Have You Heard of a Geothermal Heat Pump?

A geothermal heat pump is a great way to offset the high-energy costs we are experiencing currently. These machines use energy that is stored in the ground. They are designed to provide good clean, quiet cooling and heating. In addition, many people see their energy costs reduced by up to seventy percent.

One problem with a geothermal heat pump is that many people have never heard of them. Many people could be saving on their energy costs and they are not even aware of how they can do that. These devices work similarly to a standard heat pump.

The main difference in the two types of systems is that a standard unit will get rid of the heat through the outside air. The geothermal units will transfer the heat through their liquid filled pipes, which are buried under the ground.

Homeowners find that a geothermal heat pump does not require a fan to move air through it's compressor coils. They pump liquid, thus they can be kept indoors away from the elements because they are quite quiet. Make sure the unit you purchase comes with a good warranty of at least ten years.

A geothermal heat pump is expensive to install, however because they are so energy efficient that the payback period could be quite quick. The installation can cost up to fifteen to twenty thousand dollars, this includes the pump, the controls and the underground loops. Some states provide incentive plans for people to install these systems.

Studies have been done that determine the average length of time to recoup the costs is only seven or eight years. However, this will depend on the local utility costs and how well your house is insulated, and the overall efficiency of the geothermal heat pump you use. Another reason for having one of these units installed is that it also reduces greenhouse gas emissions.

If you are looking for alternative methods to heat and cool your home, then consider investing in a geothermal heat pump and watch your energy bills drop considerably.

We provide information for the consumer on heat pump prices along with information on geothermal heat pumps as well as many other types of heat pumps.

By D. Karlson