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Earth River Geothermal — The Most Efficient Residential Heating and Cooling System Technology

Geothermal Heating and Cooling Systems

Earth River Geothermal

Thanks for visiting our site. Located in Annapolis and serving Central Maryland, Earth River Geothermal is your locally-owned, full-service geothermal heating and cooling systems provider. If you have been thinking about how a geothermal HVAC system would work for you, whether your personal priority is Geothermal Cost Savings, creating a more Comfortable Home, or Saving Energy, Geothermal is the way to go! In fact, there has never been a better time to use a Geothermal heating and cooling system to more efficiently heat and cool your home or business. Historic federal, state, and local Geothermal Incentives are in place that can significantly offset the cost of installing a geothermal heating and cooling system. The economic benefit of harnessing geothermal energy is clear. A ground-source geothermal heat pump is the most energy-efficient heating and cooling technology available and it can cut your energy bills in half.

Learn more about Geothermal Heating and Cooling Costs versus conventional HVAC systems. Under current federal law, there is a 26% Federal Geothermal Tax Credit for residential geothermal installations with no upper limit.

The State of Maryland provides Maryland Geothermal Heat Pump Grants of up to $3,000 for residential geothermal heat pumps and up to $7,000 for commercial geothermal systems. What’s more, there are new local incentives such as Anne Arundel County’s Geothermal Property Tax Credit of up to $2,500.

The combined price of a geothermal heat pump and geothermal installation rivals that of conventional heating and cooling systems.

When these geothermal energy tax credits and grants are coupled with the most energy-efficient heating and cooling system on the market, your renewable energy investment can pay dividends with a payback period of as little as 5 years, depending on the type of HVAC system being replaced.

Read “Geothermal Heat Pump Cost Comparison” to see how geothermal systems fare when compared to conventional electric resistance heat pumps, air-source heat pumps, natural gas, propane, and fuel oil heating and air conditioning systems:

Energy Efficient

“If geothermal heat pumps were installed nationwide, they could save several billion dollars annually in energy costs and substantially reduce pollution.”

—U.S. Government Accountability Office

Cost-Effective

Ground-source geothermal heating and air conditioning systems are “the most energy-efficient, environmentally clean and cost-effective space-conditioning system available”

—Environmental Protection Agency

Low Operating Costs

“Geothermal heat pumps can reduce energy consumption—and corresponding emissions—by as much as 44 percent compared with air source heat pumps and by as much as 72 percent compared with electric resistance heating (and oil and propane furnaces) and standard air-conditioning equipment.”

—Environmental Protection Agency

Do not forget to request a risk-free estimate today from Earth River Geothermal. We will provide you with a complementary geothermal heating and cooling system Installation Estimate.

Geothermal Heating and Air Conditioning in Maryland

Read this great article about Geothermal Heating and Cooling in Maryland. It also chronicles Earth River Geothermal’s installation of the Martin family’s geothermal HVAC system in Annapolis, Maryland.

Why should I choose a geothermal heat pump system in Maryland?

The subterranean geothermal temperature in Maryland is a steady 57° Fahrenheit, 365 days per year. This baseline temperature is ideal for both geothermal heating and geothermal cooling.
Geothermal pumps return up to $5 worth of heat for every $1 spent on electricity.

Why should I make the switch to geothermal sooner than later?

Energy prices are rising and heating and cooling costs account for up to two-thirds of a household’s energy bill; geothermal systems can help cut your energy bill in half.
Generous federal, state, and local geothermal tax credits and grants enacted under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 are available.

Geothermal Heat Pump Lifespan

Ground Source Heat Pumps can accrue Geothermal Cost Savings can have a payback period of as little as 5 years. On average, modern geothermal heating and cooling systems have a lifespan of 24 years. Furthermore, geothermal ground loop piping is warranted by the manufacturer for 50 years and is essentially an energy legacy for the property.

The efficiency of the equipment installed by Earth River Geothermal is certified under the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy’s Energy Star® program. With a long system life and less maintenance, overall life cycle costs are much lower with geothermal systems.

Geothermal System Benefits

Lower Operating Cost–

Seventy-five percent of the energy produced by geothermal systems comes from the ground beneath your property, which has a stable temperature of 57° Fahrenheit. Taking full advantage of this clean energy source makes sense. The cost of a geothermal heating and cooling system is generally recovered in energy savings within a few years.

Enhanced Comfort–

Geothermal Systems deliver consistent temperatures that are much warmer in the winter than conventional air-source heat pumps. When cooling, a geothermal unit delivers cool, dehumidified air.

Quiet–

Unlike ordinary air conditioners and heat pumps, there is no noisy outdoor unit. Geothermal heat pumps are designed for quiet operation similar to your refrigerator.

Contact Earth River Geothermal Today!

Earth River Geothermal has been serving communities throughout Central Maryland since 2007 by designing and installing geothermal HVAC systems. We are your locally-owned, full-service geothermal heating & air conditioning contractor.

We are committed to helping Maryland families and businesses maximize their Energy Savings by installing the most energy-efficient geothermal heating and cooling systems. We are grateful for our customers’ feedback.

Please read our Maryland Geothermal Heat Pump Reviews page to see what our Maryland customers have to say about their experience working with Earth River Geothermal. Receive a risk-free and complementary Geothermal Heat Pump Installation Estimate now or later today!

We welcome you to join our growing list of satisfied customers who are already saving on their utility bills.

View Maryland’s Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency

Specialists In Geothermal Heating & Cooling Systems

Are you looking for a geothermal heating and cooling system specialist? Call Earth River Geothermal today! We are a full-service geothermal heating and cooling contractor located in Annapolis, Maryland. We design geothermal vertical closed-loop systems and install geothermal heat pumps for customers in Anne Arundel County, Maryland; Queen Anne’s County, Maryland; Montgomery County, Maryland; Howard County, Maryland; Baltimore County, Maryland and Prince George’s County, Maryland.

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Testimonials

“I thought Earth River Geothermal did an excellent job! We had a vertical heat pump put in by them which replaces a two heat pump system within our house. They were professional and efficient in getting the job done; and, everything has been working great. They also were very helpful in getting all of the paperwork done for the geothermal grants/tax rebates.”

Jenny Z.

“BOTTOM LINE: We Are Very Happy! It has been 1 year since my Earth River Geothermal system was installed and replaced replacing my 45-year-old oil furnace and my 11-year-old heat pump with a clean, quiet, energy-efficient geothermal system.

My total cost for the system after more than $10,000 in Federal, state, and local county rebates was about $13,000. My fuel oil alone was costing us $3,000 annually (based on 2012 pricing). My annual electric bill actually decreased.

I no longer have a 275-gallon fuel oil tank in my basement and the associated odor, noise, and CO emissions (carbon monoxide) hazard from burning oil. Also, there is no more noisy outside heat pump unit. What’s not to like [about the most efficient form of heating and cooling your home!—Geothermal Heating & Cooling”

Anonymous

“I hired Mark Schultz and his team to install a Geothermal HVAC system in my home in Annapolis. The process from start to finish was made easy by their level of expertise. Two years earlier, I had done the same geothermal retrofit for a home in Rehoboth Beach using a different company. Although that system works great, the process and the follow-up necessary were painful! Comparatively so, none of this painful follow-up process was painful to do with Mark and the folks at Earth River. Mark is a first-class owner and manages a team that does first-class work. The savings are what was projected and help with the paperwork to get the additional financial incentives were greatly appreciated. Money well spent.”

James A.

“Earth River Geothermal with Love’s Heating & Air Conditioning and Winslow Well drilling did a great job … I highly recommend Mark Schultz.”

Ed J.

“Installing a Geothermal system from Earth River Geothermal was one of the best decisions I ever made. Being an Engineer myself, I really appreciated Mark Schultz’s knowledge on everything. If you want someone who will spec out a system to fit your needs exactly, Mark is the one. Combined with the installation by Love’s Heating & Air Conditioning, the system came together flawlessly. We have had our system for about 3 years now, and have saved 70% on our heating and cooling costs, which works out to $2,000 saved each year. Geothermal is a great investment, and I HIGHLY recommend Mark Schultz and Earth River Geothermal and the contractors that he uses.”

Craig C.

“Mark Schultz and team (Love’s Heating & Air Conditioning/Winslow) installed our geothermal system in July 2010 replacing the original (1978) oil furnace. All of the folks involved were very conscientious and easy to work with. I can’t say enough about Mark’s patience as I asked an awful lot of questions given the size of the investment. The various tax credits made it an easy decision financially. The green nature of the project is all icing on the cake! Our unit has performed flawlessly and we are very pleased with the ongoing cost. In Maryland, I think the bigger savings comes from the summer when we have a much more comfortable house at half the old cost for AC.”

Skip N.

“I could not be happier with the entire process of having a Geothermal HVAC system installed in my home, replacing my oil furnace. The idea of geothermal was intriguing to me; Mark Schultz was very helpful in answering my many questions.

Earth River geothermal worked seamlessly with Love’s Heating & Air Conditioning and Winslow well and pump, planning and installing the system, from permits to operation, as well as walking me through the paperwork necessary to obtain the over $10,000 in rebates from B.G.E., AA County, Md, and the Feds.
Geothermal is the way to go, and I highly recommend Mark Schultz and Earth River Geothermal.”

William L.

“We are delighted with the new system. The house is more comfortable than ever before, and the system is completely unobtrusive. It’s so quiet I can’t tell when the blower is on.”

J. Carley

“We’ve been very pleased over the last few days with the system. Between the geothermal and zoning, our house has never been more comfortable.”

B. Wuerdemann

“Great service and good quality. Mark initially spoke as knowledgeable of both the mechanics and the geology that this type of job [entails]. He also stepped up immediately to tackle concerns that I had and was very responsive. [The geothermal heating and cooling system] performed as expected saving a fair amount of money on electricity while increasing overall comfort.”

R. B.

“Our energy costs are about 1/3 less … We are keeping the house several degrees warmer this winter than before, and the temperature during winter months has averaged a couple of degrees colder. So the comparison is even better!”

H. G.

“We think ERG is superb… Our energy costs are lower after the retrofit. We would recommend Earth River Geothermal to a neighbor or friend any time it comes up. Plus we’ll take reference calls from your prospects. It’s not a big deal if they come out of the blue; just send me a quick email [before they call].”

K. Avery

“We are very happy, satisfied and pleased with our system, the service and the company Earth River. I have already spoken to several of your potential customers and would be happy to continue doing that for you…We are very happy for your help in getting us a better grant from MES than we were originally told we would get. Mark is great about communication on all these things. Thanks again!”

D. S.

“Mark has been great at responding to all my questions; that, and the ability to have one contract, sold me on Earth River.”

B. D.

“Geothermal heating is a ‘no brainer’… We can continue to enjoy the house, be more energy efficient, and have a greener planet. We’re trying to make a little bit of [a] difference.”Your Content Goes Here

J. M.

“We were pleased with the year to year comparison this first [full post-install] month. Even after accounting for a three degree higher than average temperature. 11 therms versus 134 therms is rather compelling. Our bill was $263 lower despite what I’d imagine are equal or higher per-therm prices year over year… The incalculable soft benefit was that this year we maintained a comfortable 70°F whereas last year we did the typical thermostat gymnastics and would allow it to get a bit chilly at times. Pun definitely intended, we’re rubbing our hands together anticipating a cold month’s savings!”

D. P.

“We decided to use Earth River because of Mark: his integrity, other values and technical smarts. His responsiveness to my multitude of technical questions.. plus, his pricing beat the pants off of [the competition].”

B. D.

“All has been good. I would be happy to serve as a reference.”

M. B.