Geothermal HVAC systems have gained popularity because of their efficient approach to heating and cooling. Here’s how a geothermal HVAC system can help you conserve energy and save money at your home in Whitesburg, KY:
Take Advantage of the Earth’s Heat
The Earth contains a lot of heat. Below the surface, temperatures remain around 50 degrees throughout the year. In the winter, geothermal systems absorb underground heat and transfer it inside. In contrast, traditional HVAC systems consume a significant amount of energy to generate heat.
Work in the Winter and Summer
As we just mentioned, geothermal systems do a great job of keeping homes warm and toasty in the winter. In the summer, the system simply reverses the process. The heat inside homes goes outside, into the ground, where the Earth acts as a heat sink.
If you invest in geothermal HVAC, you’ll only have to purchase one system as opposed to buying both an air conditioner and a heater. This can save you money and make it easier to stay on top of maintenance.
Provide Renewable Energy
The Earth does the hard work when it comes to geothermal HVAC systems. Think of the heat from the Earth as a practically limitless energy source. Switching to geothermal heating and cooling can reduce the strain on fossil fuels.
Low Operating Costs
Once our service technicians complete the installation process, geothermal HVAC systems run efficiently. These systems do require electricity, but not as much as a conventional system needs. The closed loops and buried piping of geothermal systems help minimize energy loss during the heat-transfer process.
Geothermal systems function efficiently because they move heat from one place to another. If you’d like to learn more about installing a geothermal HVAC system at your home, contact our team at Appalachian Refrigeration, Heating & Cooling.
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