Choosing from the Different Brands of Geothermal Heatpumps

Dec 14
08:52

2009

Rupert Smith

Rupert Smith

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There are currently many different brands of geothermal heatpumps on the market to choose from. This article will cover the top three to give you a better idea of what is available.

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Geothermal heatpumps act in a similar fashion to a refrigerator or air conditioner by transferring heat from one place to another. Specifically,Choosing from the Different Brands of Geothermal Heatpumps Articles they can warm up your home in the winter by transferring natural heat from the earth into your home, and in summer they can do the opposite to cool down your home. Unless you live in a location that experiences a very temperate climate, you will probably need a conventional furnace and air conditioner in order to provide backup and take off some of the load.

Why would you choose to have geothermal heatpumps installed when they are so expensive and will probably not take away your need for conventional heating and cooling units? For one thing, they use renewable energy that is sustainable. No fossil fuels are burned to create this natural heat and virtually no pollution is created by them either. Secondly, although there is a higher upfront cost, these units will pay for themselves over the first 3 to 10 years after you have them installed. Because they typically feature a lifespan of at least 25 years, you will usually make good on your investment.

So, how do you know which brand you can trust? It is a good idea to go with a brand that you have already had a positive experience with in the past. However, what if this is something you are completely new too? We will explain the top three brands so you will have a better idea.

First there is Geotech, a company that specializes in environmentally conscious products. Their company was first founded in 1956 and reformed in 1978 when they were partnered up with the United States Geological Survey to develop sustainable products and technologies.

Another popular company where you can go to buy geothermal heatpumps is Waterfurnace. The company was founded in 1983 and from the beginning has made these specific products the primary focus of their operation. They offer their heating and cooling systems in three different configurations so no matter what the particular needs of your family you will be able to find the best product for you. Most of the products they offer have the necessary Energy Star ratings to qualify for American and Canadian tax credits.

Finally, we will discuss the geothermal heatpumps offered by the Trane brand. Because these are not the primary focus of the company, you may have some reservations about dealing with them, but they are a longstanding and trusted company so don’t let this influence you. Also keep in mind that Trane’s units are actually manufactured by Command Aire, a company that has practically 40 years of experience in sustainable energy products.

These are just a few of the more popular brands of geothermal heatpumps that are currently on the market.