Geothermal literally mean 'earth heat' and is a sustainable, reliable and totally environmentally friendly source of energy and, in its most common form when it comes to houses, heating and cooling. http://www.cleave-energy.com

1. Geothermal Systems: Heating & Cooling from the Earth
A growing trend in many newly built homes, and an increasingly popular upgrade for many
existing homes, is the installation of geothermal systems. Geothermal literally mean 'earth heat'
and is a sustainable, reliable and totally environmentally friendly source of energy and, in its
most common form when it comes to houses, heating and cooling. These systems keep your
home hot or cool, just like a regular HVAC system would, but without the continuous cost of
fuel or the environmental side effects. If you are unfamiliar with this type of heating and cooling
system, read on:
Geothermal systems are those systems are installed by drilling into the earth and installing a loop
field. The size of the system installed is determined by the size of the structure that requires
heating and cooling but, no matter what size of unit you require, every geothermal owner enjoys
the long-term benefits of money saved with such a system. It's true, that installing such a system
does require an initial investment, however, the price has reduced over the years and the return
on investment is great. Not only can you heat or cool your home with energy from the earth, but
you can also use the excess energy generated to warm the water before it enters your hot water
heater, helping you save money in that regard as well.
Due to the popularity of these systems, geothermal systems have come down in price over the
years and there are more and more companies providing the sale and installation of these
systems. When looking for and buying a system, however, be sure to research each company and
look for those with experience and proper training. Some companies may also offer rebates or
incentives with the installation of a system, and you should also look to see if your government
offers any rebates as well. When you add-up all the tax-credits and rebates, you will see this
system is more affordable than you first thought. If you want to maximize the benefits of this
amazing technology, be sure to choose a reliable supplier and installer of geothermal heating and
cooling systems.
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