Why Geothermal
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Geothermal Systems are
"The most energy efficient, environmentally clean, cost effective space conditioning system available today".
- Efficiency - Geothermal systems run at an efficiency level between 400%-500%. This means that one input (electricity) will produce four to five units of heating or cooling. With such great efficiency, you can expect to reduce your heating, cooling, and hot water costs up to 75%!
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Environment - Geothermal is a renewable, green energy just like solar and wind energy. In fact, every geothermal system installed is equivalent to two cars off the road and the emissions they create or a full acre of trees planted.
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Low Maintenance - Since there's no fossil fuel combustion inside a geothermal system, their longevity greatly outlasts conventional systems. It's commonly expected that a geothermal system will last 30+ years!
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Comfort - Geothermal has been described as one of the most comfortable space conditioning systems on the market. This is not just an opinion. Because geothermal systems don't heat with a flame, the air doesn't "cook" or "dry out" in the winter. This enables your home to have the property humidity level which helps people with dry skin and respiratory issues feel more comfortable.
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Safety - There is no fossil fuel combustion inside a geothermal system. So, installing one can greatly reduce the risk of harmful and potentially fatal carbon monoxide poisoning.
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Made in the USA - All our geothermal systems are made in the United States and use the energy stored in the ground. In fact, for every 100,000 homes installed with a geothermal system, our consumption of foreign oil is reduced by 2.5 million gallons annually.
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Government Incentives - Through 2016, take advantage of the Federal Tax Credit (30% residential and 10% commercial off the entire project with no cap!) making installing a geothermal system more affordable than ever. Your local utility also might offer an incentive. With this Federal Tax Credit softening the out-of-pocket expense, it's not unrealistic that your geothermal system will pay for itself in as little as three to seven years.