3 Benefits of Geothermal Heat Pumps in Ogden, NC

Homeowners in Ogden, NC, have many options for keeping their homes comfortable throughout the year. Among them, many may not consider geothermal heat pumps. Here are three significant benefits that geothermal heat pumps would allow you to enjoy:

Extremely High Energy Efficiency

Geothermal heat pumps are far more energy-efficient than other types of home comfort systems. They can achieve impressive levels of efficiency thanks to an underground network of pipes called a ground loop.

Underground temperatures remain relatively stable throughout the year. With air-source heat pumps, the system loses efficiency when the temperatures plunge. With geothermal heat pumps, even in a cold snap, the ground retains enough heat to keep the system efficient and your home cozy.

Excellent Longevity

Air-source heat pumps have an average service life of about 15 years. Most other types of HVAC systems also, on average, remain functional for a roughly comparable amount of time. Geothermal heat pumps, on the other hand, can typically remain working for as long as 25 years, and the ground loop systems they use can remain effective for well over 50 years.

This longevity means that you’ll be able to enjoy the efficiency benefits discussed above for an especially long time, which will likely mean even greater aggregate savings on energy. The foregoing figures all assume that, over the length of its life, your system will receive regular professional maintenance regularly. We recommend that you schedule a tuneup at least once annually, though doing so twice per year may be even more beneficial.

Tax Incentives and Home Value

A geothermal heat pump’s tremendous energy efficiency has the added benefit of increasing the value of the home that uses it. Homeowners in North Carolina can also get a 30% federal tax credit through 2033 if they install a geothermal heat pump.

Our service techs take pride in providing the finest HVAC services around. To get your own geothermal heat pump, call Pleasant Air Inc. today.

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