This is a question we get pretty regularly. Contrary to what many homeowners might think, this question isn’t frustrating or annoying to hear multiple times–in fact, we welcome the curiosity that comes with our local friends and neighbors looking into alternative HVAC methods.
Due to the popularity of geothermal HVAC systems and the increasing importance of HVAC efficiency, geothermal systems are only becoming more common and useful. As the supply catches up to demand, we might even have the prices of these systems start to lower so there’s an opportunity for more homeowners to use them.
Are they for everyone? Probably not. But we at least think our customers should be informed about how these systems work so they can make the choice for themselves. Let’s talk about geothermal heating and cooling in Lansdale, PA. Just make sure you work with Carney All Seasons, a team that’s been doing this work since 1976 with an A+ Better Business Bureau rating.
The Ambient Temperature of the Earth’s Core
Let’s take a step back in time to when we all took Geology 101 in college or high school. Beneath the Earth’s crust, only a few feet below our feet, the temperature is very consistent. No matter how hot it is outside or how cold the winter breeze might be, it’s around 40-50 degrees Fahrenheit at all times of the year. This is just due to the fact that it’s completely insulated from outside weather and the temperature changes of the atmosphere.
A geothermal HVAC system is able to utilize this powerful heat sink beneath the Earth’s surface and bring it into your home so you can feel comfortable. No matter what time of the year it is, what the weather might be like, or how the international fuel source markets might look, you get comfortable indoor heating or cooling for a small cost.
Heat Pump Technology Requires a Source
Normal heat pumps are what we would consider “air-source heat pumps,” because they use the air around your property as a source for the heating or cooling. This is important for customers interested in geothermal HVAC systems because geothermal units don’t use the air, they use the ground.
Another name for geothermal systems is “ground-source heat pumps” because they source their heat from beneath the ground, while still using the same heat pump technology.
The pumps cycle refrigerant that evaporates and soaks up heat from one location, only to condense and release heat in another. That might be moving heat out of your house during the summer, or moving heat into your house during the winter. Geothermal units can do either function at any time of the year!
What You Stand to Gain From an Upgrade
Here are just a few benefits you might get when you upgrade to a geothermal system.
- Record efficiency levels due to abundant sources of heat beneath the Earth’s surface.
- Lower costs on regular utility bills.
- Longevity due to the underground components being insulated, protected, and long-lasting.
- Year-round comfort in all seasons and weather patterns.
Geothermal systems are tried and tested, powerful HVAC systems that can do wonders for your home and budget.
Carney Plumbing Heating & Cooling does what’s right for our customers. Contact us today!