Legend Homes Inc. understands the economic and environmental advantages of effective insulation... of tight construction... and of using EnergyStar(R) lighting and appliance. By far the greenest, cleanest way to heat and cool a building or home is a little less visible, and a little less known. Geothermal energy, offers the lowest energy consumption, lowest greenhouse gas emissions, and lowest operating cost of any available technology for heating and air conditioning every type of building or home.
Here are just a few points outlined overviewing the benefits of owning a Geothermal energy home.
PATH TO COMFORT
Homeowners with Geothermal energy systems have said that their homes "have a pleasant, even temperature", are "more comfy", and are "just plain nicer to live in" than anywhere else they have ever lived. That's because Geothermal energy is a system that creates an even temperature than conventional systems, with no blasts of hot and cold air, and higher natural levels of humidity.
With no equipment to show for by having the entire system and all the equipment for heating and air conditioning enclosed in a compact heat pump within the home, eliminating the noisy outdoor A/C system. Home owners with Geothermal energy systems can now experience a revolutionary way to comfortable indoor air temperature while enjoying the peace and quiet of their back yard.
ENERGY EFFICIENT
Geothermal energy systems work by moving heat, not generating it through combustion. For every unit of electricity that is put into running the heat pump, 3.5 to 5 units of clean, renewable heat from the ground are transferred to the home. That means that a Geothermal energy system is at least 350 percent (350%) more efficient and improvement of over 92% for a high efficiency gas furnace.
COST EFFECTIVE
With Geothermal's dramatic energy efficiency, energy consumption for a new home's heating, cooling, and hot water can be reduced by 60% to 80%, or even higher in larger, more complex applications. While a the system itself will generally have a higher capital costs than a conventional system, that cost is offset immediately by lower utility bills. The simple payback on a Geothermal energy system is typically six to eight years for an average home. If energy prices continue to rise, which they are widely expected to do, payback periods will be even shorter. Essentially, a Geothermal energy system provides insurance policy against rising energy prices.
ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE
Geothermal energy system is the most environmentally friendly of all space heating and cooling systems currently available. Geothermal energy systems work by moving clean, renewable heat from the ground into your home. Since all of the heat comes from the ground (rather than generating it by burning natural gas, propane or oil) they are very energy efficient. It typically decrease conventional fossil fuel consumption by over 60%. This is particularly significant for the environment as fossil fuels are the largest culprit in climate change.
In addition, Geothermal energy systems use only refrigerant that is completely non-toxic and does not contribute to depletion of the ozone layer.
PROVEN TECHNOLOGY
Geothermal energy technology is completely proven, with decades of historical performance. There is no uncertainty regarding the effectiveness and efficiency of the product, with substantial evidence indicating that the equipment lasts longer, with less maintenance, than conventional heating and cooling equipment.
HEALTHY FOR LIFE
Geothermal energy systems does not burn fossil fuels. They create absolutely no indoor air pollution which makes it a major health benefit. No flames, no fumes, and no flues to worry about. They remove all risk of carbon monoxide poisoning from the heating system and also reduce the risk of fires, an advantage insurance companies are now encouraging through lower premiums.
