Geothermal Heating & Cooling

Geothermal heat pump systems use the relatively stable temperature below the earth’s surface to help heat and cool homes and buildings efficiently.

During colder months, a geothermal system transfers heat from the ground into the building. During warmer months, the process is reversed, transferring heat from the building back into the ground. The U.S. Department of Energy describes geothermal heat pumps as an efficient heating and cooling option that can be used in homes and businesses in all climates.

Why Consider Geothermal?

Geothermal systems can offer several advantages, including:

• Efficient heating and cooling
• Quiet operation
• No conventional outdoor condensing unit
• Long-lasting underground loop systems
• Reduced dependence on outdoor air temperature
• Heating and cooling from one system

Geothermal systems generally cost more to install than conventional air-source systems, but their efficiency can provide energy savings over time. The right system depends on the property, building, soil conditions and intended use.