Question

I'm looking for someone with experience with geothermal in southern California. Will it work, and do you have any recommendations?

Asked by Chris Smith
San Diego, CA

I'm working on a 1940s bungalow renovation and am looking for someone with experience with geothermal in southern California.

Answer

Tammy Schwolsky, LEED AP, GPR, HPwES

Answered by Tammy Schwolsky, LEED AP, GPR, HPwES

Los Angeles, CA

Residential Energy Assessment Services (REAS), Inc.

October 4, 2010

Very few HVAC contractors have experience with geothermal in So Cal.

  • Without an experienced installer, there will be many issues with the installation quality and the unit will not be energy efficient.
  • Geothermal is also expensive.

Find a BPI-certified HVAC contractor or energy auditor to provide you with consulting that will provide a cost-effective approach that will not lead to ongoing maintenance issues and poor performance with higher utility bills.

 

For more information:

Read Rick Goyette's Q&A "What do you think about geothermal heating and cooling systems?"

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