How is a Geothermal Heating and Cooling System Installed?
Because geothermal systems use heat and energy from the Earth, you do need enough space to install ground loop piping to gather that energy, and then a geothermal heat pump and possibly a desuperheater to maintain a comfortable temperature and provide hot water. How long a loop you’ll need – and how much land you need for the loop – will depend on what type of loop you use, your home’s heating and air conditioning load, soil conditions, climate and landscaping. Generally, bigger spaces need bigger loops, and areas where temperatures can be extreme also need a larger system. A thorough analysis of your needs and conditions will tell you what kind of loop configuration is best. Loops can be installed horizontally or vertically in the ground or submersed in a pond or lake. Some typical types of loops include: Horizontal Ground Loops: These are usually the most cost effective provided your land as sufficient space available, and is easy to dig. Trenches are three to six feet in the ground,
