The short answer to this question is probably, but what kind of a blog would this be without a conversation about how we arrived at that answer? Sure, geothermal heating and cooling systems aren’t right for every home, but they’re right for so many of them and their technology is only getting better and better with each year.
Right off the bat, geothermal services in Boise, ID can seem expensive and unnecessary. When you compare a geothermal unit to some other heat pump or furnace/AC combo, it might make you scratch your head in confusion. However, when looking at the big picture, few systems even come close to the energy efficiency, longevity, and pure ability to comfort a home at a low cost.
Come with us on a journey as we talk about the benefits of a geothermal system and why your home could be one of the ones that it fits perfectly in.
How a Geothermal System Works
Before we sell you on the idea of a geothermal system, we need to talk about how it works.
Beneath the Earth’s crust lies an abundance of cool, comfortable air that stays the same temperature no matter what season it is. That’s because most of our atmospheric temperature is dictated by the weather and the sun. So, imagine if we had a system that could harness this stable temperature and use it to keep our homes comfortable for the entire year?
That’s exactly what a geothermal system does. It uses ground sourced heat pumps to draw in the cool air from beneath the surface and exchange it with the uncomfortable surface temperatures inside your home. Your home would then have access to unlimited comfortable, energy efficient cooling and heating for the next decade before the system needs to be upgraded.
Why Switch to Geothermal Now?
We know that most homeowners understand how environmentally friendly geothermal systems are, but that’s not the only advantage to having one. They’re extremely energy efficient because of their near unlimited access to mild temperatures to draw heat from. This means your system is never struggling to heat your home on an especially cold night, since the system isn’t drawing heat from the air outside!
Also, the underground pipes of a geothermal system last for 50 or more years. This means when you need to upgrade or replace the heat pump component of the system, it’s affordable and not as intensive as the installation of the system.
Look Forward by Investing Now
We’re not going to try and lie to you on the basis that geothermal systems are cheap to install and that they’re not a complicated investment. Investing in a geothermal system could be complicated and it can run a higher price tag than other heating and cooling system installations.
However, there are so many differences that bring geothermal HVAC systems above the rest that you’re always making a smart choice when you invest today. Some components like the underground pipes last for upwards of 50 years. Geothermal heating and cooling systems cost a fraction of the price that a normal comfort system does to operate, and they’re incredibly environmentally sustainable. This truly is the technology of tomorrow, and you’re better off investing today.
Contact Idaho Heating & Air today to invest in a geothermal system. Your comfort Is Our Priority!