WHY GEOTHERMAL?

Whether your system is aging, underperforming, or just costs too much to operate, geothermal is a smart upgrade. All the core benefits of ground source apply in retrofit settings—and they add up quickly.

• Lower operating costs: Heating and cooling bills are reduced by 50–70% or more, year-round

• Ultra-high efficiency: Ground source systems are over 400% more efficient than propane furnaces and 200% more efficient than central AC

• Minimal maintenance: No annual tune-ups, just air filter changes

• No outdoor equipment: Quiet, invisible systems with no bulky condenser units

• No fuel deliveries: No propane contracts or fluctuating gas prices

• Superior indoor air quality: Better filtration, less dust, and cleaner air throughout the home

• Humidity balance: Improved dehumidification in summer and better humidification in winter

• More even temperatures: Consistent airflow leads to better comfort across every room

• Reduced carbon footprint: More impactful than solar panels or EVs. One of the most powerful ways to cut emissions

• Increased resale value: Homes with geothermal sell for more and stand out in the market

• Future-proofing: All-electric homes are the future. Municipal codes are already trending toward banning combustion in new construction

• Long-term savings: The longer you stay in the home, the more geothermal pays you back

Everything geothermal offers for retrofits applies to new construction —and then some.

When you're building new, you're already making decisions about heating, cooling, insulation, domestic hot water, and energy infrastructure. Geothermal gives you a single, high-efficiency system that can be planned from the start—with fewer compromises, lower long-term costs, and easier coordination.

• Eliminating the need for buried propane tanks and fuel lines

• Simplifying your mechanical package with one all-electric system

• Preserving outdoor space and aesthetics—no equipment outside

• Coordinating early in the process for easier planning and smoother installation

Choosing to heat and cool with a ground source heat pump should be the easiest decision you make during your build. Our job is to make the installation look just as effortless.

At TaprootGeo, we take ownership of your geothermal system from the first conversation through long-term support by:

• Seeing if you qualify by assessing feasibility and giving you a clear plan

• Getting a system design modeled specifically for your home

• Managing the full installation, inside and out—start to finish

• Coordinating directly with your builder, architect, or trades to keep the process smooth

• Providing system monitoring* and service long after installation is complete

We make geothermal work—not just technically, but practically. From permitting to project coordination, we keep things moving, eliminate friction, and help ensure everything fits together the way it should—whether it’s a retrofit or a new build.

Ready to find out if geothermal is the right choice for you?

All geothermal projects in New York qualify for meaningful incentives that help narrow - or eliminate - the price gap between ground source and air source heat pumps.

• A Federal Tax Credit: 30% off the total cost of the GHSP system

• $2,000 per ton or more through NYSERDA Clean Heat incentives

• A 25% State Tax Credit up to $5000 available even for new construction

• Additional federal tax credits and local utility rebates may apply

These incentives can dramatically reduce upfront costs and make geothermal more affordable than most homeowners expect.

One of the most frustrating parts of conventional systems is just when you need them most, they struggle to keep up.

• ASHPs lose capacity when it’s freezing. GSHPs do not. Whether it’s 35°F or -5°F outside, a geothermal system delivers the same reliable heating output without relying on inefficient backup heat.
  

• No “emergency heat” switch required. Many ASHPs in cold climates need electric resistance strips to carry the load during cold snaps. Geothermal avoids that — it’s primary heat, all the time.