Geothermal

Geothermal Heating and Cooling

An Eco-Friendly Solution

Geothermal exchange is the transfer of heat to and from the earth to provide heating, cooling and hot water for residential and commercial buildings. Unlike fluctuating outdoor temperatures, the earth is a relatively constant 52 degrees six feet below the surface.

The geothermal ground source heat pump system consists of three major components: a heat pump unit in the building, the ground loop for the heat exchange and the ductwork to deliver the air.

Our highly trained technicians at Connecticut Valley Artesian Well Co Inc are capable of installing this state-of-the-art heating and cooling system.

Stay Warm in the Winter and Cool in the Summer

Geothermal Energy Uses 3 Major Components

The geothermal ground source heat pump system consists of three major components:

A heat pump unit in the building
The ground loop for the heat-exchange
The ductwork to deliver the air

Geothermal Systems are More Efficient

In the winter, the circulating fluid in the ground loop absorbs heat that is stored on the earth. The unit in the building compresses the heat to a higher temperature and distributes it through the ductwork.

The system reverses itself in the summer to pull heat from the building and transfers it to the cooler earth.

Save Money With Geothermal Heat

Geothermal ground source heat pump systems are now obtaining 400% to 500% efficiency.

For every dollar you put into it (electricity to run the pump, compressor and fan) you get back $4-5 dollars of energy.

Energy Derived From the Sun

Did you know 100% of geothermal energy is derived from the sun? Clouds both reflect and absorb 21% of that energy. Water vapor and dust in the atmosphere absorb another 19%.

And while the earth's surfaces reflect an additional 6%, almost one-half (47%) of the total energy created by the sun is captured by the ground. The earth, acting like a solar battery, stays a relatively constant temperature through the seasons, providing a warm source in winter and a cool sink in summer.

Advantages of Geothermal Energy

Can reduce energy consumption by up to 50%
Constant and comfortable temperature
Increases resale valve
Low maintenance cost
No chimney or outside equipment is needed
No greenhouse gases
Reduces importation of fossil fuels

There is a 26% federal tax credit on geothermal heating and cooling systems through December 31, 2022. Massachusetts Alternate Energy Credits. Rebates available up to $4,500 and interest-free financing from the Massachusetts Department Of Energy Resources Refund. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our locally-owned business at (413) 525-7656.