Geothermal heat pumps use the stable underground temperature beneath your Bergen County property, generally in the mid-50s°F year-round in New Jersey, to heat and cool your home with exceptional efficiency. Whalen & Ives installs and services geothermal systems for homeowners throughout North NJ looking to cut long-term heating costs and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
How Geothermal Heat Pumps Work
A buried loop of piping circulates fluid underground, where it absorbs or releases heat depending on the season. A geothermal heat pump then transfers that heat into or out of your home, using the ground as a stable energy source instead of the outdoor air, which is what makes geothermal systems far more efficient than air-source alternatives in extreme temperatures.
Benefits of Geothermal Heating for NJ Homes
- Reduced reliance on fossil fuels for heating
- Significantly higher efficiency than gas or oil furnaces, since it moves heat rather than generating it
- Ground loops are typically rated to last 50 years or more, well beyond the equipment inside the home
- Lower monthly operating costs over the system’s lifetime
