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Planning For Geothermal Requires That You First Consider These 3 Factors
Geothermal systems use the ground temperature instead of the air temperature as an exchange medium. What this means is the pump relies on the consistently warm thermal energy a few feet underground to bring heat into your home in the winter and release it from the home in the summer. Since a geothermal heat pump doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, and unlike more common air-source heat pumps, isn’t held hostage to widely varying outside air temperatures, it’s incredibly energy efficient. This helps both your pocketbook and the environment. When planning for geothermal energy, however, keep in mind a few factors: Read the rest of this entry »












