The earth’s constant temperature make geothermal heat pumps a reliable source of heating and cooling. Since the late forties, geothermal heat pumps have been a reliable source of efficient heat amounting to as much as 300% to 600% during winter. Their efficiency is way above than that of air source heat pumps which is only around 175% to 200%.
Despite extreme weather conditions, geothermal heat pumps provide constant temperature because of the earth’s temperature a few feet below. Much like a cave, it remains warm if it is cold on the earth’s surface and cool if it is scorching hot. Temperature ranges between 7 degrees C and 21 degrees C although it may vary according to latitude.
PROS OF A GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP
Geothermal heat pumps do not depend on the temperature of the outside air but on the temperature below the ground, for this reason, they provide more constant heat compared to the latter. A ground source heat exchanging unit is positioned a few feet below the ground making it quieter during operation. It also needs little maintenance and typically lasts longer than other heat pump types.
Some geothermal heat pumps have dual compressors and fans so it can be switched to adjust the temperature. This makes it more energy efficient. Geothermal heat pumps, just like any other heat pumps, can heat and cool a building or home.
CONS OF A GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP
A geothermal system can be quite expensive. Installation costs high too. However, an alternative would be a dual source heat pump, which combines both air source and geothermal systems. It is much cheaper than a geothermal system and installation costs are also lower.
Although geothermal systems are more expensive, they are still more energy efficient and last for 25 to 50 years. In a span of 5 to 10 years, energy costs are returned to you.
TYPES OF GEOTHERMAL HEAT SYSTEMS
There are two general kinds of geothermal heat pumps – the open and closed loop systems. However, there are three types under the closed loop systems – the horizontal, vertical and the pond or lake type. These types of closed loop systems will be further discussed in a separate article.
GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP INSTALLATION IN DELAWARE
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