Geothermal

The Geothermal Heating System Experts

Geothermal systems were first installed in homes and small businesses by Schuster Heating & Pump Co., Inc. in 1984. Since then, our peers have come to regard us as the industry leader in the geothermal sector. Some of the largest businesses and organizations in the country have recognized us with accreditations and service awards. We are one of the few businesses in Iowa with a geothermal focus and comprehensive expertise.

We are currently the only company in Dubuque County with an IGSHPA accredited installer. We are also members of the Iowa Geothermal Association and I have served on the board of directors and served as President in 2009. We carry licenses with the IDPH (department of public health) and the IDNR (department of natural resources).

Ready to get started? We offer free estimates and have emergency service available! Give us a call today or reach out! Ask us about tax credits and rebates, too! We can’t wait to meet you and see how we can help you make your home more energy efficient with a new geothermal heating system!

How Does Geothermal Work?

A few feet below the surface of the earth is where over 50% of the heat from the sun is stored. In the winter, geothermal pumps that heated energy and disperses it throughout your house. This process is reversed in the summer, when the heat from your house is sent to the earth, leaving cool air in its wake. A geothermal system can be installed in a number of ways:

Horizontal Geothermal

When sufficient land area is available, this loop is most frequently used. Depending on the application and loop design, trench lengths can be anywhere from 100 and 300 feet.

Vertical Geothermal

This loop is mostly used for retrofitting existing homes when there is a shortage of land. To drill holes between 150 and 200 feet deep, a drilling rig is employed.

Pond/Lake Loop Geothermal

If a sizable body of water is accessible within roughly 200 feet of the house, a pond loop is a possibility. The average residence may typically be supported by a body of water that is 1/2 acre in size and 8 to 10 feet deep.

Open Loop Geothermal

If there is a plentiful supply of high-quality well water available, this system can be implemented. 4 to 8 gallons of water are needed each minute in the average residence. There must be a suitable discharge place, such as a river, drainage ditch, field tile, stream, pond, or lake.

Why Choose Geothermal?

The life-cycle costs of all heating and cooling systems on the market today are lowest for geothermal heating and cooling systems. As a result, less maintenance is required, and the system will last longer than more conventional systems. The benefits don’t stop there.

We offer the industry’s leading warranties

There are local/state incentives, please ask us about tax credits & rebates

Geothermal heating systems are earth friendly, since no fossil fuels are burned

Free hot water due to reclaimed heating and cooling, and can reduce your bill by 50%

There is no job too big or small for us

Geothermal Systems also have:

Maximum Efficiency

Equipment Longevity

Safety & Security