Did you know you can heat and cool your home naturally using the earth? Geothermal heat pumps are increasingly popular, and it’s not hard to see why.
The ground is an excellent temperature regulator below the surface. During cold weather, a few feet underground maintains a higher temperature. Want to learn more about these systems? Our team at Design Flow Heating & Cooling can walk you through the entire process.
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How Do Geothermal Heat Pumps Work?
Geothermal systems circulate a treated antifreeze liquid through a closed underground loop. On a chilly day, the earth heats the liquid. A ground heat exchanger extracts the heat from the liquid and transfers it to the heat pump, which dispenses the heat throughout your Ellicott City, MD, home.
During the summer, the heat pump works in reverse, like an air conditioner. It removes heat and humidity from your indoor air and moves it the ground. The chilled air it returns to your home cycles back through your ductwork.
Some Geothermal Heat Pump Facts
There are plenty of reasons geothermal heat pumps are unique:
- They are among the greenest systems on the market.
- These systems don’t burn gas but instead rely on the sun’s energy that’s naturally deposited into the ground.
- The geothermal heat pump offers both heating and cooling. Many conventional heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems require the combination of two units: an air conditioner plus a furnace or boiler.
- You can apply for energy tax credits. The IRS allows a yearly deduction for a geothermal system, including the cost of installation.
- Geothermal heat pumps use up to half as much electricity as a standard HVAC unit. By making the switch, you can save up to 70 percent on your heating costs and up to 50 percent on your cooling costs per year, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
- You can expect your geothermal heat pump to operate efficiently for up to 25 years and the piping to last over 50 years. This long-lasting investment will increase your home value.
Geothermal Heat Pump Installation and Replacement
The geothermal heat pump is an exciting project to embark on, and our Design Flow Heating & Cooling team of HVAC professionals will be with you every step of the way.
Here at Design Flow Heating & Cooling, we exclusively specialize in vertical geothermal loops, which have been found to be up to 25% more effective than horizontal geothermal loops.
Additionally, we’ll need to take measurements in your living spaces to ensure the heat pump properly circulates air where you need it most. Want to see how a geothermal heat pump might look in your home? Talk to one of our knowledgeable Design Flow Heating & Cooling team members for a free consultation and accurate estimate.
If we can help with the financial side to make a geothermal heat pump a reality for you, talk to us about our financing options. We are always here for you.
Geothermal Heat Pump Repairs
Is your geothermal heat pump giving you grief? No need to worry. Although they break down much less frequently than standard heating and cooling equipment, it does happen.
Our Design Flow Heating & Cooling team trains regularly to stay sharp, keeping up with the latest technology and techniques in the HVAC world. We pride ourselves on diagnosing and treating any malfunctions your Ellicott City, MD, home system might have. Even if we didn’t install it, we can fix it.
Don’t let the thought of yard excavation scare you away. If there is an issue with your underground pipe system, our experts can pinpoint the leak by circulating earth-safe dye. If there is a leak, the dye will rise to the top of the soil, meaning we’ll only have to dig in that spot.
Think you might have an issue? Call us right away before it turns into a costly repair.
And if your geothermal heat pump requires an emergency repair, we offer 24/7 emergency service to be there when you need us.
Geothermal Heat Pump Maintenance
It’s no secret geothermal heat pumps require less maintenance and energy than their more traditional counterparts, which use fossil fuels for energy.
However, professional maintenance checkups are an important way to protect your investment. Since much of the system is underground, it’s harder for you to spot problems.
During routine preventative maintenance visits, our Design Flow Heating & Cooling geothermal experts will inspect your system thoroughly. We will check your electrical connections, internal components, and refrigerant levels.
Additionally, our professionals will be sure your heat exchanger and blower are running smoothly, and we will change or clean your air filter. We can also inspect your air ducts for needed repairs to help protect your Ellicott City, MD, home’s indoor air quality (IAQ).
Schedule maintenance today and join our preventative maintenance program—Comfort Plans. You’ll enjoy discounts on labor, parts, and repairs. Plus, we’ll remind you when it’s time for a checkup.
Learn More About Geothermal Heat Pumps
Do you have questions about our geothermal heat pumps? Reach Design Flow Heating & Cooling today at 443-878-8278 or request service online to learn more about our heating and cooling options. We’re pleased to bring green technology to the Ellicott City, MD, area.
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“We recently had our heat pump and gas furnace hvac systems replaced with a geothermal system that was installed by Design Flow. We couldn't be happier with the project from start to finish. It was a big project with a lot of moving pieces and parts, but it all came together seamlessly. Brian (owner) spent a tremendous amount of time upfront discussing our options when our heat pump went up. He answered all of our questions and helped us in evaluating the pros/cons of continuing to use traditional hvac systems vs switching to geothermal. He also helped guide us through a few other decision points as we additionally had a hot water heater, humidifier and air scrubber installed as well. Michelle (project manager) ensured that all of the logistics were handled and that we knew exactly what to expect as we moved through the process. She was very patient, thorough and communicative throughout the entire project. Hunter and Mike (installers) did an amazing job! They hustled the entire time that they were here, making sure we always knew where things were when they were leaving for the day and what we could expect next. Our new system looks and runs great and we couldn't be happier – we highly recommend Design Flow for all of your hvac needs! We also recommend them if you need your hot water heater replaced – they not only installed a drain pan that dumps into our sump pump in case of a leak, but also a wet switch to detect and alert us to a leak – brilliant!”
“My experience with Brian at Design Flow was the best experience I have had when dealing with repairs since moving into my house 3 years ago. My old hvac system was the original one from 1985, so I knew I needed to replace it soon. I got several hvac professionals to give me a quote and they were all about the same. What made me choose Design Flow was the passion that Brian spoke with when talking to me about my hvac replacement. When he was evaluating my home for the hvac replacement, the way he spoke about his recommendations made it clear that he was not only an expert, but also that he cared deeply about quality and providing an amazing product for his customer. Not once did Brian try to up-sale me on any products. He even suggested against some things as they tended to require more maintenance than it was worth. When it came time to install my geothermal unit, Mike and Hunter where on the scene, and they also reflected the same passion and professionalism as Brian. They answered all my questions and their workmanship was exemplary. Michelle, who was the project coordinator, was very kind and professional as well! She helped the scheduling process go smoothly and aided me in the loan process. Design Flow is what you want when you hire any professional to do work in your home. They are friendly, honest, experts in their field, and are passionate about their services and products. Going with Design Flow is a decision that you will not regret!”
“I would definitely recommend Design Flow for maintenance and repair, especially for geothermal systems. Both Service Engineers working on our unit were courteous, professional and did a great job! 5 stars!”
“Mike, Hunter and Cody did a great reviewing the heating system on my Geothermal units installed over the summer. They were knowledgeable, professional and on time.”
“DesignFlow recently installed a geothermal heat pump in our house and the process went very well.
Brian estimated our system and is easy to work with. He was confident in selecting the right equipment for us. In fact, I questioned him about installing a larger system (more tonnage), selecting a higher efficiency unit, and some other add-ons. He recommended against buying the upgrades, even though it would have profited him, because it wasn't right for our situation. It's nice to not be upsold, even when I would likely have been an easy up-sell.
Hunter and Mike installed the system. They performed a very clean and professional install; wires were run straight and neatly fastened. They were very pleasant to talk to, explained everything about the system, and I was comfortable with having them in our house.”
“Good, prompt, reliable and professional service. Would highly recommend.”
“Design Flow Heating and Cooling were wonderful to work with. Brian was very responsive. He came out and gave us an estimate quickly. His rates were competitive with others we received. Brain answered all my questions. We were able to schedule an install quickly. Again Brian showed up on time and finished the job in the predicted amount of time. Our new unit is working great. Highly recommend Design Flow for any HVAC needs.”