Solar vs. Geothermal: Which One Is Better?

Certainly solar panels don’t provide as much energy as geothermal systems do, at least at this point in time. They need a great deal of square footage and the power supply is obviously less effective on cloudy days. However, you can tie most systems into the grid as a backup for days when you need more energy. Solar heating does well if your home’s square footage is small and your winters are mild. Solar panels also benefit from being comparatively easy to access, making it easier to maintain and repair them over time.

Geothermal systems, on the other hand,  draw on the ambient temperature of the earth, they aren’t affected by seasonal conditions, and once they’re set up, they provide regular heating with a minimal of effort. They work by running tubes of liquid underneath the ground, which circulate and facilitate a heat exchange with the surrounding earth. That makes them very efficient. Unlike solar panels, however, they require a huge amount of effort to set up, and repairs to the tubes can be very costly since they require excavation in order to treat.

Again, when pondering solar vs. geothermal, you have to keep your individual circumstances in mind. Here in Atlanta, heating options of all sorts are available, but one size does not fit all. The experts at Premier Indoor Comfort Systems have experience with a large number of heating options, and can discuss them all with you before performing a high quality installation. Pick up the phone and give us a call today. You’ll be glad you did!