What to Consider with Geothermal Heat Pump Systems?
Following up on an earlier answer to a question from Erika about geothermal heat pump systems installation, in thinking about it, since the room isn’t of typical construction I am reconsidering my earlier comment on installing ductwork at this time. It sounds like if you were to add a central forced air system at any point you’d have to have exposed ductwork in the space… sort of that ‘industrial look’ that we HVAC engineers are so fond of. The concept of an air-to-air heat pump (also called an air-source heat pump) is similar to a water-source heat pump but instead of water, the heat pump uses the difference between outdoor air temperatures and indoor air temperatures to heat your home. They’re most effective in temperate climates where it would take the place of a furnace and air conditioner, although the components look the same. There’s still an indoor and outdoor unit and similar to a water source heat pump there may be a need for supplemental heat in cold climates. You can read m
