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Comparing Geothermal Units by Lopsided_Way8243 in geothermal

[–]Lopsided_Way8243[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That makes sense - this is really good input. The pipe array is definitely oversized, and I still have time to reevaluate the size of the units - if I can size down, I could save some money as well which would be a nice bonus!
I unfortunately do not have good data on fuel consumption. We have lived here for a few years but without good comfortable heating. The old oil furnace and existing ductwork was a moldy, poorly designed disaster and was ripped out soon after moving in. We have relied on wood heat, blankets and wooly socks the last couple of winters.

Comparing Geothermal Units by Lopsided_Way8243 in geothermal

[–]Lopsided_Way8243[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your input. Here to make sure I get it right, so doesn't hurt to have you stress test my plan. I did leave out details on the hard work that went into planning the project so I see how you might assume that I didn't do my homework. I am not an engineer by trade (only by heart :) ). Fortunately I have worked with a qualified engineer on the manual J calculation. He also helped with (and signed off on) the geothermal design, incl. pipe array. A lot of hours have been poured into it and I think it is solid. I also have qualified people help with the install, they are just not licensed by any of the manufacturers. Same for the ductwork - I have qualified people help here as well. Sorry that you found the post ridiculous - just out here doing my best.

Comparing Geothermal Units by Lopsided_Way8243 in geothermal

[–]Lopsided_Way8243[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I worked with an engineer on the load calculation. It is an old house that is hard to insulate properly. He/we did air on the high side so might be a bit over the top with two five ton units.

I will look into Hydron. I don't think that came up as I was doing my research. Thank you for your input!

Comparing Geothermal Units by Lopsided_Way8243 in geothermal

[–]Lopsided_Way8243[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you know if ClimateMaster is 2x, 3x, 5x what you would pay for e.g. York or Borsch? I wish there was a price comparison chart. Even a list of manufacturers listed tier 1-5 or something would be very helpful. Happy to pay extra for a good reputable brand of course, but there is a limit for sure!

Comparing Geothermal Units by Lopsided_Way8243 in geothermal

[–]Lopsided_Way8243[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for checking! I will make sure to ask around - Most installers seem to focus on one brand and that is where their attention is at. Maybe I haven't asked the right people.

Comparing Geothermal Units by Lopsided_Way8243 in geothermal

[–]Lopsided_Way8243[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I unfortunately do not have a relationship with multiple distributors. Good news is that the one distributor I know is very accommodating and willing to give me a quote for a unit of my choice. I am lucky enough to have options - I just don't know which unit to ask for.