Geothermal heat pump is worth the huge investment
Geothermal heat pumps are significantly more overpriced than more conventional temperature control options! However, these innovative systems combine both heating and cooling capacity and also deliver a virtually free source of warm water.
Using only a minimal amount of electricity to run the heat pump and draw from the abundant and free energy stored naturally in the earth, the operation is seriously cost-effective. Geothermal heat pumps take advantage of the relatively stable fifty to sixty degree temperature found underground all year round, regardless of the weather conditions, but the plan simply transfers existing heat between the inside of the cabin and the ground. The most energy-efficient conventional plan achieves up to a 98% efficiency, and a geothermal heat pump offers efficiency ratings anywhere between 300 and 500%. Along with significantly lower running costs, there are available tax credits to help with startup expenses, but because the plan can save up to 69% on utility bills for heating, cooling and warm water, the investment is usually reclaimed in under several years. There’s also the benefit of exceptional comfort. The plan doesn’t dry out the air while in the winter, handles excess humidity while in the Summer and helps to filter out air contaminants all year long. By eliminating the outdoor condenser unit, geothermal heat pumps are particularly unobtrusive and quiet. There is no combustion process, eliminating concerns over carbon monoxide, fumes, odors and redhouse gasses. They are considered by the US Environmental Protection Agency to be the most environmentally responsible choice for heating and cooling. Another advantage is that the a single device handles both heating and cooling. There are fewer moving parts to wear out, reducing the opening of malfunction. Because the heat pump is installed inside the cabin and protected from the weather, it can be expected to last upwards of twenty years. The underground loop is warrantied for fifty years.