GEOTHERMAL HEATING & COOLING
UNLIMITED, FREE ENERGY FROM THE EARTH!

Looking for a clean, green, cost-effective solution for heating and cooling your home? A geothermal energy system is your best option for unparalleled energy savings, operating efficiency and environmental impact.

  • Reduces heating cost up to 80%
  • No combustion or carbon monoxide emissions
  • Free supplemental hot water
  • Lowest maintenance cost
  • Long equipment life: 25 to 50 years
  • Even and constant temperature
  • Complete humidity control

Testimonial“We couldn't be happier. Overall, a great company that ticks all of the boxes. From beginning to end they are great at communicating and follow up. Our project experienced a permitting delay, however the Geotherm team kept everything on track and moving forward while being sure we were up to date throughout the entire process. The project installation is where...”

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What is Geothermal Energy?

Geothermal Energy Infographic The earth absorbs approximately 47% of transmitted solar energy and stores this free thermal energy beneath our feet. Even though the air temperature is hot in the summer and cold in the winter, the ground temperature just a few feet below the surface is relatively constant year round.

Geothermal energy systems take advantage of this by transferring the warmer energy into our homes in the winter. In the summer, the process is reversed. The earth is like a large solar collector and storage battery, with more than enough thermal energy for everyone.

Why is Geothermal So Efficient?

A geothermal energy system utilizes the large amount of energy/heat stored in the earth beneath our feet. Since geothermal energy systems only move heat, and do not need to create this energy by burning fuels or standard electrical consumption, efficiencies as high as 500% can be expected in this area. The small amount of electricity needed to operate the heat pump compressor and ground loop circulators can transfer 4 to 5 times that amount in thermal energy for the home.

Is Geothermal Really Good for the Environment?

Absolutely! The EPA has called geothermal systems “the most environmentally-friendly way to condition our homes.” A ground source heat pump does not have an exhaust and emits zero carbon dioxide. Removing the combustion process from heating reduces our dependance on foriegn oil and eliminates the potential for carbon monoxide poisoning. Geotherm only uses heat pumps with R-410a – ozone safe refrigerant and clean geothermal antifreeze with de-ionized water.

How Do Geothermal Systems Work?

Three basic components make up a geothermal energy system. They are:

1) The Ground Loop Heat Exchanger, 2) The Ground Source Heat Pump and 3) The Distribution System (ductwork, radiant flooring, fan coil, etc.).

The Ground Loop is the interface with the earth that transfers energy via a freeze-resistant solution pumped through the exchanger at a high velocity. Several ground loop types and designs are available to match the unique properties of each project (see below).

The Ground Source Heat Pump utilizes a refrigeration circuit to extract thermal energy from the ground loop and transfer it to the distribution system during the winter months to warm the home. During the summer, this process is reversed to cool the home.

The Distribution System quietly delivers heat throughout the home, creating a very even and controlled temperature. Air-based systems use duct work, while radiant flooring or fan coils distribute heat with a water-based hydronic system.

Which Geothermal System is Right for Me?

Geothermal heating & cooling system installation | Horizontal Closed Loop

The most common loop design utilizes an excavator to bury the heat exchanger horizontally in the ground approximately 6ft deep.

Geothermal heating & cooling system installation | Open Loop

An abundant supply of high-quality water can be used to operate the heat pump. Water is pulled from a well and discharged into either a pond, stream or another well.

Geothermal heating & cooling system instillation | Vertical Closed Loop

This loop allows smaller properties to take advantage of geothermal technology. A drilling rig is used to bury the heat exchanger vertically in the ground.

Geothermal heating & cooling system installation | Pond/Lake Loop

The most cost-effective strategy submerges the heat exchanger in a large body of water (because no digging or drilling is needed). Most homes require a 1/2 acre pond with a ten foot minimum depth for proper operation.

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