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Save Money & Save the Planet with a Geothermal Heat Pump
Want to save money on your utility bills and go green this year? And not with solar panels or a wind turbine. Most people with a heat pump have what is called an “air source” pump that works with the outside air temperature. But a better alternative is what’s called a geothermal heat pump. A geothermal heat pump is a great way to heat and cool your home because it’s more efficient that a regular heat pump.
As everyone knows, more efficient means more savings and smaller utility bills. Using less energy means that a geothermal unit is better for our environment. Geothermal heat pumps are almost twice as efficient as a regular air source heat pump. While they can be more expensive, a geothermal unit will also last much longer than most other heat pumps.
According to Tim Clark, at ConstructionDeal.com, "We’ve seen a 60% increase in the number of requests for geothermal heat pumps in the last 3 months. People had a long winter and are tired of paying hire heating bills. In a tough economy, every penny counts." ConstructionDeal.com matches homeowners with contractors, at no cost, and they have a service specifically for heat pump installations.
A geothermal heat pump works because of the temperatures just a few feet below ground. No matter how cold or hot the air outside is, the temperature below ground is usually a fairly constant temperature. Instead of trying to heat or cool a home with outside air temperature, the geothermal unit uses warmer temperatures underground in the winter and the cooler underground temperatures in the summer. A ground loop and a ground heat exchanger are used to transfer heat or cold air away, depending on the season.
The major disadvantage of a geothermal heat pump is the cost. It costs much more to install a geothermal unit. However, because the unit is so efficient, it can pay for itself in a little over five years. And the units last for a much longer time than a regular air source heat pump because they don’t work as hard. Not having to replace your heat pump will also save you money on your original purpose.
Finally, there is a new tax credit will cover the cost of a geothermal heat pump to help offset the additional costs. This credit covers 30% of the costs of a geothermal unit installed in your home. This new tax credit means the time is right to help save the planet and help save the money in your wallet.
"To find a quality geothermal heat pump contractor, make sure you get several quotes," said Mr. Clark at ConstructionDeal.com. "More quotes mean you can compare prices and installation rates. Also, make sure your heat pump installer knows about the tax credit and how to make sure you get it. Check references to ensure this person has done a good job in previous installations. And it might cost you a bit more, but it’s a good idea to hire a contractor who specializes in geothermal units.”"
How to Find Heating & Cooling Contractors
If you need help finding service professionals to install an efficient geothermal heat pump in your home, you can submit your request to ConstructionDeal.com - at no cost. You'll get quotes from local contractors ready to help improve the value of your home, save you money, and improve your quality of life.