Since their first use in the 1940s, geothermal heat pump systems have been used successfully in a variety of climates. However, heat pumps — used to both cool and heat homes — are more efficient than average in warmer climates like Florida’s. Many advances have been made since their first use; the EPA now rates geothermal heat pumps as one of the most energy-efficient technologies available.

The beauty and efficiency of a heat pump lies in its simplicity. Unlike traditional heating and cooling systems, which burn fuel to warm or cool your air, a heat pump transfers heat between your home and the earth below ground — where the temperature stays remarkably consistent no matter the weather conditions above ground. A small amount of electricity is used to move and distribute air as needed in your home.

Particularly considering the extensive use of air conditioning during the hot Florida summers, geothermal heat pump systems offer many advantages. Geothermal heat pump systems are:

• Highly efficient. Because a heat pump gets warm or cool air from the earth, not from burning a fuel, they use far less energy than even the highest-rated furnace to produce the same level of comfort or better.
• Durable. The above-ground portion of a heat pump system typically lasts 15 or more years. The underground portion can be expected to last at least 50 years. Traditional furnaces average 10 years.
• Low maintenance. Heat pumps have considerably fewer moving parts than traditional systems, resulting in fewer breakdowns and repairs.
• Clean. Heat pumps create no carbon monoxide or other pollutants.
• Quiet. A heat pump system does not need an outdoor condensing unit like a conventional air conditioner. No more annoying hum!
• Cost-effective. They significantly reduce utility bills. Also, many geothermal systems qualify for federal tax credits.

Please feel free to contact the professionals at Conditioned Air for more information about geothermal heat pump systems. We are always happy to answer questions.

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