Dalton Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electric and Fireplaces, Inc. Blog: Archive for the ‘Geothermal’ Category

Will a Geothermal System Help Me Save Money?

Monday, June 19th, 2023

Yes, it absolutely will. But not in the ways you would expect.

Geothermal HVAC systems are becoming more and more popular these days. With the advent of heat pump technology and legislation like the Inflation Reduction Act, the spotlight is beginning to fall on the most eco-friendly comfort systems we have available. And geothermal systems belong squarely in that category.

Geothermal heating and cooling in Cedar Rapids, IA isn’t as complicated as one might think. It uses the consistent temperature underground as a heat source to keep your home comfortable all year long. It uses heat pumps which are extremely efficient and refrigerant lines that go deep underneath your home to draw out the mild heat that keeps temperatures comfy.

A geothermal system will cost more to install upfront, but it will save you money for years to come in a lot of interesting ways.

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Superior Heating and Cooling With Geothermal Technology

Monday, January 16th, 2023

Geothermal systems are some of the best and most efficient heating and cooling systems on the market today. There’s really no comparison when you try to look at other heating or cooling systems in those categories. The only thing that prevents them from being the prime choice for most homeowners is the fact that they’re much more expensive than other heating and cooling units. A gas furnace is just always going to cost less to install than geothermal heating in Cedar Rapids, IA, but for customers that might have the disposable income now, we’d recommend a geothermal system.

This blog is going to focus on some of the unique aspects of this technology. We first want to talk a bit about how geothermal HVAC systems work. Then, we’ll move on to discuss why they’re so efficient and long-lasting when compared to other HVAC technology.

Don’t just take our word for it. Let the science speak for itself!

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Is your Geothermal System Ready for Replacement?

Monday, May 16th, 2016

Geothermal cooling is one of the most efficient ways to condition your air during the summer. This type of ground-source cooling uses the steady temperature of the earth, which varies only slightly no matter what the surface temperature is. Geothermal systems are remarkable durable, however just like any other type of appliance they wear down over time.

If you do have a geothermal system you use for cooling, then it is important to be aware of the signs that it is in disrepair, or possibly is even ready to be replaced. Keep reading for some common indicators.

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