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Interested in Geothermal? Let’s Look At The Numbers
The first question many of our client's ask after we suggest they look at Geothermal systems is, "How much does it cost?" There seems to be a misconception out there that Geothermal is only something that very wealthy people can afford and if you don't fit in that category then Geothermal is not something to [...]
Some of the “coolest” houses on the planet….literally!
Today I'm kicking of a series of some of the "coolest" green building projects on this planet. The DGBA Green Building Video Collection. document.getElementById(“post-1602-blankimage”).onload();
Go Green With Geothermal and Uncle Sam Might Pay You!
One of the bigger financial benefits of installing a geothermal system is the tax credit that you will be eligible to receive. When the Energy Improvement Act of 2008 was passed it offered a one time tax credit of 30% of the TOTAL investment for homeowners who install residential ground loop or ground water geothermal [...]
How Geothermal Heat Pumps Help The Environment
Geothermal heat pumps help electric utilities see significant reductions in their demand loads and by reducing the demand in turn reduces the need for new power plants which then reduces the need for natural resources like coal and gas. Geothermal heat pumps also reduce the possibility of acid rain, air pollution and global warming- problems caused in part by [...]
Why is Duct Testing Important?
In residential central heating and cooling systems, the conditioned (heated or cooled) air is delivered to each room of the home through a "supply" duct system, the first half of the duct system. These ducts are used as pathways to deliver air to each room in the home and the "return" duct system or second [...]
Two Benefits of a Geothermal System
1. Operating Cost – While the initial cost of installing a geothermal system can be expensive the return on investment is well worth it. It is estimated that a geothermal system can pay for itself within 5-7 years. “A geothermal heating system operates more efficiently than a conventional system because they can deliver an astounding [...]
What is Geothermal Heating & Cooling?
Geothermal technology uses the earth’s renewable energy, located below the earth’s surface to heat and cool your home. A few hundred feet below your home the earth’s temperature remains a constant 45 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Wells are drilled around your home at a depth of 250-300 feet. Pipe is then dropped into the holes which creates a [...]
Geothermal Installation
The Geothermal installation process is more complex than conventional H.V.A.C. installation, but well worth the time. The first thing that must be decided is how many tons of air conditioning your home requires. Once that number is calculated the engineer will determine how many geothermal wells will be drilled. The drilling equipment is then brought in and the wells are [...]
Efficient Door Tax Credit for Existing & New Homes
Take advantage of the tax credit available for purchasing a qualified energy-efficient exterior door or window by December 31, 2010. In short, the door must meet a U Factor and SHGC rating of 0.30. Congress raised the per-item credit to 30 percent of the cost up to $1,500. They also extended the deadline for making the improvements through the end of 2010. If [...]
