Geothermal energy
Because the earth has
so much to offer
A geothermal system uses clean, renewable energy from the ground to heat and air-condition your home.
Discover the advantages
Do you need to purchase a heating and cooling system for your new construction or replace your old furnace? Are you looking for an ecofriendly solution that will help you lower your heating bill?
A geothermal system could be an excellent choice for you. But in order to make an informed decision, you should find out more!
- +Several systems in oneA geothermal system doesn’t just heat your house. It’s an ecofriendly way to cool it, too. The system can also be set up to preheat water for the water heater or the swimming pool.
- +Lower heating costsA geothermal system can save you up to 60% on heating. The bigger the house, the more you save.
- +Lasting solutionAs it is out of the elements, the underground loop of a geothermal system can last over 50 years, while the heat pump has a service life of about 20 years.
- +Easy maintenanceMaintenance of a geothermal system is no more demanding than maintenance of a conventional electric forced-air central heating system combined with an air conditioner.
- +Proven technologyGeothermal energy has been tried and tested for over 20 years, and the technology continues to evolve.
- +Certified systemThe certification of your geothermal system by the Canadian GeoExchange Coalition (CGC) is a guarantee of quality.
Understand the constraints
Before you can make an informed decision, you should understand the constraints of residential geothermal systems.
- Cost of systemYou can expect to spend somewhere between $20,000 and $40,000 on a geothermal system for an average-sized house, as a number of factors influence costs.
- Distribution systemInstalling a geothermal system in an existing house may mean modifying the heating or air-conditioning distribution system. You may have to install or modify ductwork or radiators, for instance. You may also need auxiliary heating devices, such as electric baseboard heaters.
- DrillingThe type of ground has an impact on the cost of installing the underground loop. And drilling may disturb your landscaping.