Geothermal Basics and AC repair Slidell 641-1299 Geothermal Air Conditioning water source
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Geothermal heat pumps, also known as ground-source heat pumps, are a type of heating and cooling system that uses the earth's natural temperature to regulate the temperature
inside a building. These systems use a network of underground pipes, called a "loop," to exchange heat with the earth.
In the winter, a geothermal heat pump works by extracting heat from the ground and transferring it into the building. The system pumps a mixture of water and antifreeze through the loop,
which absorbs the heat from the ground. This heated mixture is then brought back to the heat pump, where a compressor increases the temperature even further before it is distributed throughout
the building as warm air.
In the summer, the process is reversed. The system absorbs heat from the building and transfers it back into the ground, keeping the inside of the building cool.
One of the main benefits of geothermal heat pumps is their energy efficiency. These systems can use up to 70% less energy than traditional heating and cooling systems,
which can lead to significant cost savings on energy bills. They are also very reliable, with a lifespan of up to 45 years, and require minimal maintenance.
Additionally, geothermal heat pumps are environmentally friendly. They do not emit greenhouse gases, as they do not rely on burning fossil fuels to produce heat.
They also do not produce any outdoor noise, as all of the components are located inside the building.
The initial cost of installation can be higher than that of traditional heating and cooling systems,
although the long-term energy savings can offset this cost. In addition, these systems require a significant amount of underground space for the loop, which may not be practical
in areas with limited land availability.
Overall, geothermal heat pumps are a reliable and energy-efficient option for heating and cooling buildings. While they may require a higher initial investment,
they can provide significant cost savings in the long run and have a minimal impact on the environment.
If you are not considering Geo Thermal Water source AC and heating you are missing the boat! These systems can achieve an efficiency of over 50 seer
and qualify for a 30% rebate of the total cost of the installed system. They can also get you the HERO Program rebate of $2,000.00 from the State Of Louisiana.
What this means to you is, after rebates you can get a 50 seer system for a little more than you would pay for a 22 seer conventional system. The life span
of a Geo Thermal A/C system is 25 plus years because the compressor will never experience a 100 degree day. Ground water in Louisiana is 70 degrees year round
so this is the highest temperature that the compressor will ever experience. We have systems installed in the field which are approaching 34 years old and still running with
very little maintainance or breakdowns.
We have designed and installed Open and Closed loop systems on the North Shore for 30 Years!
We will be happy to bring you to some of our installation locations and explain to you how the systems work.
We have designed and installed closed loop systems in wells and also in pond loops in Slidell, Mandeville and Madisonville.
Another benefit available with Geo Thermal AC Systems
is the hot water recovery option. This factory installed option gives
you the opportunity to have a plumber tie in your hot water heater to
the Geo Thermal System and supplement the hot water in your your water tank.
This further increases the
efficiency of the system in the summer because the Freon is sub cooled
more than normal which increases the Seer and instead of putting heat back into the earth; it
goes into your hot water tank.
What makes these systems so efficient is the fact that the earth can give up and accept heat, using water as the transfer medium,
much more efficiently than air. I once heard it explained like this: You will stick your hand in a 400 degree oven to remove a
cooking chicken but would you stick your hand in a 400 degree pot of water to retrieve that same chicken? You answered no because air
is not a good conductor of heat. Conventional Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps use air as the transfer medium as opposed to Geo Thermal
which uses water and the earth as the transfer medium.
We do all of our Geothermal Fuse Welding in house so we know that the job is done correctly and up to our high standards.
Below are two Geothermal Water Source Basics Videos. If you Click the play button, they will play right on this page. If you click the link
or the video window, you will be directed to a new page to watch.
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