Delaware Geothermal Heat Pumps
Did
you know that your installation of a Geothermal
system can qualify for a 30% Tax Credit with no
upper limit. This Geothermal Tax Credit is available
for existing homes & new construction homes.
Both principal homes and second homes can qualify.
Efficient, advanced heat pump
technology using ground-source energy.
“Geothermal” literally
means heat from the Earth, and heat is a form
of energy.
Practically every where in the
United States, the temperature of the Earth below
the frost line remains constant. This steady temperature
profile allows the Earth to be used as a heat
source in the winter and as a heat sink in the
summer. Geothermal heat pumps use this characteristic
to heat and cool homes and businesses by moving
heat out of the Earth and into the buildings in
the winter, and by moving heat out of the buildings
and into the Earth in the summer.
Contact us to learn about the
energy efficient, cost-effective and environmentally-friendly
geothermal heat pumps available for your home.
Vertical Loop System:
Vertical loops are installed
in vertical holes from 150 to 500 feet in depth
depending on your specific systems needs. Each
hole will contain a single set or a dual set of
pipes. After the pipes are inserted the pipe is
grouted. The number of loops or length of pipe,
depends on ground conditions, cooling and heating
loads and the depth of the hole. This system can
be used where there is limited yard area.
Horizontal Loop System:
Horizontal loops are used when
space is available and trenching can easily be
done. A series of parallel pipes are laid in trenches
3 to 6 feet deep then back filled. A slinky coil
can be used to minimize the amount of trenching
needed for this system. This system can be used
where there is a larger yard area, or where drilling
bores or wells is difficult.
Open Loop System:
Where there is plentiful ground
water, an open loop system can be used. In this
system the ground water is pumped directly into
the condenser water piping or an intermediate
plate frame heat exchanger can be used to isolate
the condenser water from the raw well water. This
system typically has a supply and return well.
Pond/Lake System:
Water has excellent heat transfer.
A pond or lake system is an extremely cost effective
geothermal application. The coils are submerged
below the surface of the water rather than being
buried underground. There is minimum excavation
with this system.
Geothermal Heat Pumps
for Consumers
Geothermal heat pumps are similar
to ordinary heat pumps, but use the ground instead
of outside air to provide heating, air conditioning
and, in most cases, hot water. Because they use
the earth's natural heat, they are among the most
efficient and comfortable heating and cooling
technologies currently available.
Earning the ENERGY STAR
means products meet strict energy efficiency guidelines
set by the US Environmental Protection Agency
and the Department of Energy. ENERGY STAR qualified
geothermal heat pumps use about 30% less energy
than a standard heat pump. They are quieter than
conventional systems.
Remember, saving energy
prevents pollution. By choosing ENERGY
STAR and taking steps to optimize the performance
of your heating and cooling equipment, you are
helping to prevent global warming and promoting
cleaner air while enhancing the comfort of your
home.
You may also be interested
to know:
Though these products can be more expensive to
purchase up front, the cost difference will be
paid back over time through lower energy bills.
When buying new equipment, sizing and installation
are as important as product quality. You can get
better heating and cooling performance at home
with ENERGY STAR home sealing (insulation and
air sealing) and duct sealing. Consider regular
maintenance to maintain your heating and cooling
system performance.
Energy
Star Information
