Archive for February, 2012

Geothermal Heat Pump Brings Great Savings

Friday, February 24th, 2012

Geothermal heat pumps (GHPs) are not only incredibly efficient at heating and cooling your home, but they also save you money in the process. How do GHPs accomplish this? Well, as we already said, they are extremely efficient. GHPs use up to 44% less energy than air-source heat pumps and as much as 72% less energy than other conventional heating and cooling solutions. And that leads to more money in your pocket!

What Makes Geothermal Heat Pumps So Energy Efficient?

While traditional air-source pumps draw heat from the outside air, geothermal pumps work by taking heat from the Earth’s surface. This proves to be much more energy efficient, because while the temperature of the outside air is in constant flux, the temperature below the Earth’s surface remains at a constant 50°F.

Additional Benefits of Geothermal Heat Pumps

• Geothermal Heat Pumps are quieter than traditional heating and cooling units.

• GHPs’ design flexibility allows them to be installed as part of newly-constructed homes or in retrofit situations.

• Geothermal Heat Pump hardware takes up less room than other systems, freeing up space in your home.

• These heat pumps are incredibly durable and last longer than traditional systems. The underground piping often carries warranties of 25–50 years, while the heat pumps, themselves, often last 20 years or more.

• GHPs require less maintenance than other heating and cooling systems.

• And if the geothermal pump has a two-speed compressor and variable fans, you can enjoy even more cost-savings on your energy bills.

If you have any questions about the Money Saving Benefits of Geothermal Heat Pumps, please contact Fresh Air Concepts by calling 1-800-708-4FAC or click here today!

Fresh Air Concepts specializes in Heating, Air Conditioning, and Air Purification in both residential and commercial applications for the Maryland Area.

Superior customer service is and always will be our #1 priority. Fresh Air Concepts promises to provide you with highly qualified and professional, heating, air Conditioning, and air purification technicians.  And remember, we are an award winning, factory authorized Carrier dealer!

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Geothermal Heat Pumps for Heating and Cooling

Friday, February 17th, 2012

Unless you have researched the topic before, you probably do not know a lot about Geothermal Heat Pumps (GHPs). Well, you’re in luck, because we at Fresh Air Concepts know the ins and outs of these efficient heating and cooling systems.

Geothermal Heat Pumps have several benefits, including:

1. 25 years for the inside components.

2. System life is estimated at 50+ years for the ground loop.

3. GHPs are very efficient way for heating and cooling your home, using 25-50% less energy than conventional heating and cooling systems.

GHPs offer several other advantages over more traditional heating and cooling sources, as well.

Advantages Geothermal Heating/Cooling Systems Have Over Standard HVAC Systems

•  Low Operating Cost

•  No Required Exposed Outdoor Equipment

•  Level Seasonal Electric Demand

•  No On-Site Combustion

•  Long Life Expectancy

•  Low Cost Integrated Water Heating

•  Simplicity

•  Low Maintenance

•  No Supplemental Heat Required

•  Low Environmental Impact

 

Although these systems cost more initially, GHPs are well worth the investment. Between the lengthy system life, the decreased need for maintenance, and the energy efficiency of GHPs, these systems pay for themselves in the long run

If you have any questions about the Benefits of Geothermal Heat Pumps, please contact Fresh Air Concepts by calling 1-800-708-4FAC or click here today!

Fresh Air Concepts specializes in Heating, Air Conditioning, and Air Purification in both residential and commercial applications for the Maryland Area.

Superior customer service is and always will be our #1 priority. Fresh Air Concepts promises to provide you with highly qualified and professional, heating, air Conditioning, and air purification technicians.  And remember, we are an award winning, factory authorized Carrier dealer!

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HVAC Maintenance, Your Heating and Cooling Bills, and You

Friday, February 10th, 2012

How often do you change your filters? How often do you clean your HVAC system? How often do you check your refrigerant levels? And how often do you have your HVAC system (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) professionally serviced?

Did you know that each one of those tasks plays an important role in the efficiency and upkeep of your HVAC system?

Did you also know that the purchase of an HVAC system is one of the top household expenditures for the typical American? So doesn’t it make sense to try and make your current HVAC system work as long as possible? After all, annual maintenance and occasional repairs are much cheaper than replacing your entire HVAC system. Not to mention that an inefficient HVAC system could be the reason for your high heating and cooling bills.

So what are you waiting for? Call Fresh Air Concepts today!

Fresh Air Concepts offers several Maintenance Agreements geared towards extending the life of your HVAC system through meticulous inspections and maintenance. It doesn’t matter if your heating and air conditioning system is new or old, lack of proper maintenance by a licensed and qualified HVAC contractor is one of the leading causes of malfunctioning equipment, high operating costs, and unexpected emergency repairs.

Call  Fresh Air Concepts today at 1-800-708-4322 or visit us at 4fac.com,  and ask how we can maximize your systems’ efficiency, extend the life of your system, and most importantly – save you money.

A commercial HVAC maintenance agreement is an important part of any business plan, because it is better to spend a little money now on maintenance then it is to spend a lot of money down the road on repairs that could have been avoided.

But not every HVAC service agreement is created equal. That is why you should trust your heating and cooling system maintenance to a company with a proven track record for excellence and professionalism, a company like Fresh Air Concepts.

If you have any questions about our HVAC Service Agreements, please contact Fresh Air Concepts by calling 1-800-708-4FAC or click here today!

Fresh Air Concepts specializes in Heating, Air Conditioning, and Air Purification in both residential and commercial applications for the Maryland Area.

Superior customer service is and always will be our #1 priority. Fresh Air Concepts promises to provide you with highly qualified and professional, heating, air Conditioning, and air purification technicians.  And remember, we are an award winning, factory authorized Carrier dealer!

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Benefits of Geothermal Heat Pumps

Friday, February 3rd, 2012

Did you know that the Earth absorbs 47% of the sun’s energy and stores that energy in the ground, which remains at a relatively constant 50 °F? Well, it does. And what if I told you that you could harness that energy to heat and cool your home? Well, you can!

Geothermal heat pumps (GHPs) tap into that energy stored beneath the Earth’s surface and utilize it to heat your home in the winter (and cool your home in the summer). During the colder months, GHPs draw energy from the ground and transfer that heat energy into your home. During the warmer months of the year, the system removes heat from the home and dumps it into the cooler earth. This transfer of heat energy is done through a series of pipes buried in the ground, or sunk in a pond, or by using well water.

Benefits of GHPs

Energy Efficient: Because a geothermal system simply moves heat instead of burning a fossil fuel to generate it, it’s more energy-efficient. In fact, GHPs use 25%–50% less electricity than conventional heating or cooling systems.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), GHPs can reduce energy consumption up to 44% compared to air-source heat pumps and up to 72% compared to electric resistance heating with standard air-conditioning equipment

Humidity Control: GHPs improve humidity control by maintaining about 50% relative indoor humidity.

Zone Space Conditioning: GHP systems allow different parts of your home to be heated or cooled to different temperatures.

Quite: With very few moving parts, GHPs are incredibly quiet and make little to no noise inside and outside the home.

Long Lasting: Underground piping often carries warranties of 25–50 years, while the heat pumps, themselves, often last 20 years or more.

If you have any questions about the Benefits of Geothermal Heat Pumps, please contact Fresh Air Concepts by calling 1-800-708-4FAC or click here today!

Fresh Air Concepts specializes in Heating, Air Conditioning, and Air Purification in both residential and commercial applications for the Maryland Area.

Superior customer service is and always will be our #1 priority. Fresh Air Concepts promises to provide you with highly qualified and professional, heating, air Conditioning, and air purification technicians.  And remember, we are an award winning, factory authorized Carrier dealer!

Make sure to check us out on Facebook and Twitter as well!

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