Is it Right for My Home?

Consider:

• Cost and savings – A geothermal system is more expensive to install than a conventional heating and air conditioning system, but your annual heating costs will be 50 to 70 per cent lower. Financing is available to help with the cost of installation through the Residential Earth Power Loan.
• Installation requirements – Rural residences and new home construction are ideal for installation. They usually have fewer physical barriers, so installation is more cost-effective. Retrofitting (replacing a heating system with geothermal technology) disrupts landscaping. Home renovations may also be needed to install the interior components.
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• Power Quality – For all customers retrofitting their homes (new or existing) with geothermal heat pump systems, it is recommended that you contact your local district office to ensure power quality will not be an issue. In some cases, electrical infrastructure may need to be supplemented due to the initial electrical load of motors on larger geothermal heat pump units (typically five-ton systems and up).
• Hiring a certified contractor – Expertise and skill are needed to install a geothermal system. It is not a do-it-yourself project. A certified contractor starts with a design heat loss calculation to see if geothermal technology is right for your home. A contractor will also help you apply for the Residential Earth Power Loan.