High efficiency and low operating costs.

There has been an explosion of interest in environmentally conscious lifestyle choices that also save homeowners and consumers money.  Geothermal is a perfect example. 

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, geothermal systems are "the most energy-efficient, environmentally clean and cost-effective space-conditioning systems available."  Energy use with geothermal is typically half the amount used by conventional HVAC systems.  Geothermal heat pumps can reach 400 to 600% efficiency, in terms of energy drawn from the power grid - and have a long service life.  Contact us for a specific cost-saving analysis based on your personal energy needs and the options you choose for your geothermal system.

New Federal tax credits will cover 30% of residential geothermal installations and retrofits.  The Maryland Energy Administration provides up to $3000 in grants to homeowners who install geothermal .  Check out www.energystar.gov AND www.energy.state.md.us/ for more information.

Here it is in black and white.

Depending on the HVAC system they replace, the payback period (in reduced utility costs) can be as short as 5 years.  As an investment, geothermal brings you 20% return. That's ten times better than putting your money in the bank.  The cost of a typical system is $20,000.  With all the grants and tax credits, your cost is much lower.  To see the numbers and appreciate the potential savings, see our  cost analysis comparing a geothermal system (called GSHP)  to other conventional systems, click here.    

The U.S. General Accounting Office estimates that if geothermal systems were installed nationwide, they could save several billion dollars annually in energy costs and substantially reduce pollution.

Completely free hot water whenever the system is operating.  Just an added bonus.

Contact us at (410) 263-8538 or email us at earthriver@verizon.net