water sourced HVAC system    geothermal HVAC system

Geothermal heating and cooling systems offer significant energy savings and environmental benefits.  However, they also come with higher upfront costs and installation challenges.

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• Energy Efficiency: Geothermal systems are highly efficient, reducing energy consumption by up to 72% compared to traditional heating and cooling methods. They can lower heating bills by 30% to 60% and cooling costs by up to 50%.

• Environmental Benefits: Geothermal systems do not rely on fossil fuels to operate creating no emissions. This makes geothermal one of the most environmentally friendly options available.

• Long Life Span: If correctly installed and maintained, geothermal heat pumps normally have a lifespan of 20-25 years, significantly longer than traditional heating and cooling systems.

• High Initial Cost: The upfront cost of geothermal equipment can be between $10,000 and $30,000 per unit, which is significantly higher than traditional HVAC systems.

• Back-up Heating Required: In the Rocky Mountain climate, geothermal systems should be backed up with either electric or gas-powered heat. During extreme conditions, geothermal heating systems alone may not be able to handle the heating load required for a building.