Geothermal's "WOW" Factors

A geothermal heat pump (GHP) is one of the most energy-efficient means of home heating and cooling on the market. It can provide between 50 and 70 percent increased efficiency compared to standard systems. This means big savings on your annual energy bill. These are not the only advantages of a geothermal heat pump; here are some others:
•    Reduced operating costs: You may be impressed with a high-efficiency gas furnace that has an efficiency rating of 94 percent, but a GHP beats it with energy efficiency of 400 percent (meaning it produces four times as much energy as goes into it), lowering your bill by around 70 percent.
•    Reduced noise factor: GHPs have no outdoor unit; unlike HVACs or conventional heat pumps, they are smooth and almost silent operators. They are also not vulnerable to extreme weather conditions.
•    Safe and secure: The risk of carbon-monoxide poisoning from a GHP is zero, because they do not operate by combustion.
•    Reduced carbon footprint: According to the federal EPA, geothermal systems are the number one environmentally friendly means of heating and cooling your home. They do not emit carbon dioxide or other greenhouse gasses.
•    Extended life cycle: GHPs usually have a life expectancy of at least 15 years, whereas a standard furnace will last around seven to 10 years.
•    Low maintenance: GHP systems have few moving parts, which means savings on maintenance and repair.
•    A wise investment: A GHP will produce regular energy savings; this along with the added benefit of a 30 percent tax credit means you will recoup the installation fee in several years.
•    Space savers: A geothermal heat pump can be installed as a new system or retro-fitted to your existing one, allowing you optimum flexibility. An GHP also requires less space than standard HVAC systems, so equipment space can be scaled down significantly.
At Comfort Services we offer a full range of HVAC installation, maintenance and repair services for the residents of the Columbia area. We are committed to providing reliable and affordable services. Contact us today to find out more about geothermal heat pumps and to schedule an appointment.