How efficient is a geothermal heat pump?
If I said up to 500% efficient, would you believe me? Yes that’s right. Depending on individual circumstances savings can be that high. On average though operating costs with ECONAR heat pumps are about 75% less than electric heating devices and 50% less than air source heat pumps. Cooling costs are 25% – 50% lower when compared to conventional air conditioners. In addition, because hot water is supplied by the heat pump at these efficiencies and higher, your overall savings are increased even more.
Geothermal heat pumps are 3.5 to 5 times as efficient as the most efficient gas furnace. Instead of burning a combustible fuel to make heat, they simply move heat that already exists. By doing so, they provide 3.5 to 5 units of energy for every unit used to power the heat pump system. What does a system like this cost? A system for the typical home will cost more than if you bought a seperate forced-air furnace and central air conditioning system. However, this isn’t necessarily comparing “apples to apples.” To get an accurate comparison of costs, you need to consider the following: • Payback, or how long it takes to recover the difference in costs between the two systems using energy savings. We would be happy to run a cost comparison and payback analysis report for your specific home. • Energy efficiency of the two systems. To get an accurate picture, make sure efficiency claims are substantiated. Your lifestyle and how well your home is insulated affect how economical any system wil
If I said up to 500% efficient, would you believe me? Yes that s right. Depending on individual circumstances savings can be that high. On average though operating costs with ECONAR heat pumps are about 75% less than electric heating devices and 50% less than air source heat pumps. Cooling costs are 25% – 50% lower when compared to conventional air conditioners. In addition, because hot water is supplied by the heat pump at these efficiencies and higher, your overall savings are increased even more.
A geothermal heat pump is the most efficient residential heating and cooling systems available today. With heating efficiencies 50 to 70% higher than other heating systems and cooling efficiencies 20 to 40% higher than available air conditioners. That directly translates into savings for you on your utility bills.
