Geothermal systems are efficient, eco-friendly solutions ideal for saving on your utility bills. Depending on where you live, a geothermal heat pump can supplement traditional HVAC systems, delivering quiet and sustainable comfort all year-round. Ask your local Experts about geothermal heating and cooling installation as well as maintenance.
Geothermal HVAC systems are innovative, but that doesn’t mean you have to worry about a frustrating installation experience. Here’s what you can expect during geothermal installation:
The introductory step will be meeting with a geothermal HVAC system professional from Donelson Air Service Experts to properly size the geothermal system needed to heat and cool your home.
No two homes in Nashville are alike, so receiving a free quote for your specific home is crucial to ensuring the greatest energy-efficiency boost in the end. Geothermal systems can be installed with a current system or can fully replace a regular system, depending on the local climate. Check with your Expert installer for more info.
Depending on land or water resources, there are a few different setups: horizontal loop, vertical loop or pond loop. You’ll pick a configuration option during your consultation.
Despite the name, geothermal heat pumps are dual function systems that provide both heating and cooling. Whichever system you want to have installed, it will utilize steady below-ground temperatures to efficiently both heat AND cool your home.
Geothermal heat pumps can extract heat from the ambient temperature below ground or a nearby body of water. You’ll install either a ground-source or water-source heat pump based on which type will be more efficient.
At 5 feet below ground, the temperature remains consistent all year long. Ground-source heat pumps can use this to their advantage when heating or cooling your home. In heating mode, they pump ambient heat above ground, while cooling mode reverses the process to send heat underground for later use.
Ponds, lakes and other sources of water can also offer consistent internal temperatures. Water-source heat pumps are particularly useful for cooling, as long as the body of water is at least 1/2-3/4th of an acre as well as 8 feet deep.
We start by identifying any existing underground utilities to make sure breaking ground doesn’t impact anything. Pipes are then placed underground in a U-shaped pattern. Once the pipes are in place, any open spots can be fixed with grass seed or sod.
After that, we will install any remaining internal components of the system. A geothermal HVAC system is similar to what you’d expect from traditional heating or central AC installation. We’ll replace the old unit before hooking your new system up to existing ductwork. Before you know it, you’re enjoying energy-efficient heating and cooling!
Each geothermal installation project has its own schedule, so consult Donelson Air Service Experts for a better idea on how much time is required to finish the process.
Once your new geothermal system is installed, you can operate it like most other types of HVAC systems. Just the same, you should schedule routine preventive maintenance to keep your geothermal system in better shape.
Geothermal heating and cooling can be as dependable as central forced-air systems, but with even greater energy efficiency. Ensure the most savings by staying up to date on maintenance.
Feel free to chat with Donelson Air Service Experts today at 615-953-9885 or schedule online for a free quote or to learn more about your geothermal heating and cooling options.
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Geothermal systems use energy from below ground to provide heating and cooling. They use a “loop” system by moving and delivering from either the ground or a water source in heating mode. In cooling mode, this process works in reverse by extracting heat from inside the home to the ground or a water source. The cold air in cooling mode is the result of the process of removing heat and humidity as air is recirculated.
Geothermal HVAC can be more cost efficient over time due to operational savings on utility bills, despite the up-front costs. And they’re more efficient than traditional central heating and cooling systems. There are also federal rebates and incentives that we can help you navigate during the installation process.
Geothermal systems don’t generate heat, instead using the Earth’s natural ambient temperature for heating and cooling. You end up reducing your monthly utility bills, and geothermal systems can also last a lot longer. So long as you provide it with preventative maintenance, you can get 20 years from a geothermal heat pump and as much as 50+ years for an underground loop system.
Yes! Geothermal heat pumps are similar to traditional central heat pumps in that they are 2-in-1 systems capable of providing both heating and cooling. Even with this potentially confusing name, geothermal heat pumps are just as effective at cooling homes in different types of climates. In fact, they’re often the most efficient type of system available!
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