What Is Geothermal HVAC?

Geothermal HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) is a type of environmentally-friendly energy system that uses energy stored in the ground to provide heating and cooling for your home. This system is becoming increasingly popular as a way to reduce energy costs and reduce the environmental impact of conventional HVAC systems. Interested in learning more about how we’re using the natural energy produced by the Earth to heat and cool your home? Read on to learn more, or get in touch with Frank Cullen Inc — experts in geothermal HVAC in Virginia.

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How Geothermal HVAC Works

Geothermal HVAC systems use a closed-loop system that circulates a mixture of water and antifreeze through a buried loop of pipes. The pipes are filled with a mix of water and antifreeze, and the system pumps the liquid through the pipes to draw energy from the ground. This energy is then used to heat and cool your home. 

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The Benefits

There are several benefits to using geothermal HVAC systems over more traditional systems. Some of these benefits include lower operating costs, improved indoor air quality, and whisper-quiet operation. Geothermal systems are also a lot more efficient than traditional systems and can help cut cooling and heating costs by up to 70% in some circumstances.

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The Drawbacks: It’s Not For Everyone

One of the main drawbacks of geothermal heating is that it’s not available for everyone to use. To utilize geothermal energy, your home has to be located in an area with significant geothermal activity in order for our systems to function, meaning people who aren’t under geothermal hotspots are stuck with more traditional cooling and heating systems.

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Is Geothermal Right For Your Home?

Is Geothermal HVAC right for you? If you can take advantage of geothermal, the energy savings alone make this an easy decision for you. If you enjoy lower costs, higher quality of service, and virtually silent operation, geothermal is right for you. 

Geothermal HVAC systems offer a number of advantages over traditional systems, including lower operating costs, improved indoor air quality, and quiet operation. With the increasing popularity of geothermal HVAC systems, it’s no surprise that more and more homeowners are making the switch. Ready to learn more, or get started with geothermal HVAC? Contact Frank Cullen Inc. today!

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