Ground-Source Heat Pumps
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What is a Ground-Source Heat Pump?
Ground-source heat pumps serve as an all-in-one, central heating and cooling system – no backups required. Also known as a geothermal heat pump, it is the most efficient heating and cooling system available and is extremely reliable even on the coldest days.
The Technology
How It Works
- Also known as a geothermal heat pump, a ground-source heat pump exchanges heat through piping buried in the ground either in vertical boreholes, long narrow trenches, or an existing groundwater source.
- In the winter, it absorbs the abundant, renewable heat in the ground to heat your home.
- In the summer, when the air is warmer than the ground, it uses the cooler temperature of the earth to reduce the temperature of the air in your home.
- Ground-source heat pumps most often pair with ductwork, although there are hydronic options available.
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Explanation of Ground-Source Heat Pump
This Old House | 3 min. 55 sec.
Why Should I Consider a Ground-Source Heat Pump?
A ground-source heat pump offers the most energy efficient system for heating, cooling, and potentially hot water in a single unit.
Lower Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Lower greenhouse gas emissions than heating and cooling with oil, propane, natural gas, and electric resistance
Cost-Competitive
Save money on utility bills compared to heating with propane, oil, or electric resistance
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All-in-One System
Heating, cooling, and potentially hot water in one system
Out of Sight
Once installed, no equipment is visible from outside
Things to Consider
Is a ground-source heat pump right for me?
Every home is different. We strongly encourage you to speak with an installer to see if a ground-source heat pump is right for you needs.
Do you heat with oil, propane or electric and want to save on your energy bill?
Switching to ground-source could save you hundreds to thousands of dollars a year on your home energy bill.
Is your home heating or cooling system approaching the end of its life?
If your furnace or boiler is reaching the end of its expected lifetime, before it fails consider replacing it with a ground-source heat pump system.
Are you expecting to stay in your home for several years?
Ground-source heat pumps are the most efficient system available, but will cost more up front to install. If you’re planning on moving in a few years, you might not be able to benefit from all of the potential energy savings offered by ground-source.
Are you considering a new construction project?
Ground-source heat pumps can be cheaper to install in new construction projects. Consider designing your home for geothermal from day one!
Are you concerned about outdoor aesthetics?
Ground-source heat pumps don’t have outdoor condensers like central air conditioners or air source heat pumps. All of your outdoor equipment will be buried in the ground, and the heat pump itself will take up no more room than your existing furnace or boiler.
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