For climates such as that in Dallas and the surrounding areas, a geothermal heating and cooling system is a perfect choice. Geothermal is very reliable, extremely efficient and particularly appropriate for mild to hot climates. Some myths about geothermal systems continue to spread, however. The following geothermal mythbusting should help you understand the many benefits of geothermal systems and the many ways you can benefit from this efficient, environmentally sound technology.
Myth 1 Geothermal Is Expensive
The initial costs of a geothermal installation can, in fact, be more than that for a traditional furnace, air conditioner or heat pump. However, once the equipment is in place and functioning, geothermal systems cost very little to operate. They work at such a high level of efficiency that they can slash monthly heating and cooling costs by 50 percent or more. A geothermal installation can typically pay for itself in these monthly savings along by about the halfway point of the system’s lifespan. In addition, federal tax credits and local incentives may be available to help offset the initial costs.
Myth 2 Geothermal Installations Destroy Yards
If you choose a horizontal installation for the ground loop (the series of pipes where heat transfer takes place), it will require significant digging and trenching in the yard near your home. However, a vertical installation is possible that places the loop in a series of deep holes. Vertical installations are used when there is limited yard space available for the loop.
Myth 3 Geothermal Isn’t Renewable Technology
The limited amounts of electricity used by a geothermal system does not prevent the system from being a renewable source. Their high efficiency means that geothermal systems return an average of five units of heating for each unit of electricity expended to produce it.
For more than 36 years, Bill Joplin’s Air Conditioning & Heating has provided top-quality HVAC services to customers in Dallas, McKinney, Plano and surrounding Texas communities. Contact us today for more help with geothermal mythbusting that will prove why a geothermal system is the best option for your Texas home or business.
