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Myths about Geothermal Heating and Cooling System

2/27/2015

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Myths about Geothermal Heating and Cooling System
While considering the world of geothermal heating and cooling systems, it is important to identify the facts from general assumptions. Many people believe in some false concepts related to the geothermal heating and cooling technology.  You must learn about the typical myths and facts about geothermal heating and cooling systems to make a wise decision about the selection of heating system for your home or business. Here we combined few common misconceptions about geothermal heating and cooling technology.

Geothermal heating systems are not appropriate in extreme winters

No matter how cold it is above the ground, temperature few feet below the surface of the earth remains constant at 54 degrees. A geothermal heating and cooling system extracts that constant underground heat to keep your indoors warm. So even in the coldest days there should be no problem at all for a geothermal heating systems to keep your home at a comfortable temperature making use of geothermal energy.

Geothermal heating and cooling systems need backup heat

Many homeowners prefer to install geothermal heating and cooling systems along with an addition of new or already existing backup heat source. A geothermal heating and cooling system of proper size can cover the heat load of your home quite comfortably so there is no need for any backup heat source.

Smaller property cannot manage geothermal heating and cooling system

There is another false opinion that geothermal heating and cooling systems are only for big lots. Design of a geothermal heating technology is flexible which can be adjusted according to the size of your home. Many people relate proper installation of geothermal heating and cooling system with the type of soil or terrain of their lands, but this idea doesn't make sense. All such obstacles and doubts could be dealt with if you are consulting qualified team of geothermal design and installation, like Smith Sustainable Design.

Only new homes can accommodate geothermal heating and cooling systems

You are not required to build a new home, in order to install geothermal heating and cooling system. Retrofitting geothermal heating system in your existing house is as common and convenient as integrating the system during construction. If you are looking for upgrading or replacing your typical heating or cooling system for your home or business, geothermal heating and cooling system makes the best option.

Geothermal heating and cooling system is are new technology

There is another incorrect notion that we cannot rely on geothermal heating and cooling systems because they are new and not trusted. Early Native Americans found an attractive location to settle in North America because of the naturally occurring geothermal hot springs there. Geothermal heating and cooling pumps were first designed and executed in the 1940's, to make use of the underground heat to maintain a comfortable temperature in homes and buildings. With  time, the concepts of geothermal energy has advanced and improved in efficiency.

Contact Smith Sustainable Design based in PA and NJ for a reliable information and advice about geothermal heating and cooling systems. With the help of facts, we will eliminate your doubts about geothermal heating systems helping you to decide best geothermal system for your home. 

3 Comments
Daphne Gilpin link
4/19/2019 10:06:58 am

I'm glad you explained that we don't need to build a new home to use a geothermal heating system, since it's possible to add them to existing homes. My husband and I have been discussing ways we can change our home and lifestyle to be more environmentally friendly. I'm glad I read your article because I definitely believed the myth that homes had to be build with geothermal heating systems.

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Max Jones link
6/30/2022 10:08:35 am

Thanks for the info about geothermal heating. My sister is interested in geothermal heating. I'll share this info about geothermal heating with my sister later today.

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John Carston link
8/8/2022 05:47:58 pm

I never knew that you should still be able to understand the facts about the process to ensure safety. A couple of days ago, my mother told us that she was hoping to have a geothermal system installed in their home to save money and energy, and she asked if I had any idea what would be the best option to consider. Thanks to this instructive article, I'll be sure to tell her that it will be much better if we consult a trusted geothermal contractor as they can provide more information about the installation process.

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