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Moravec Geothermal Heating and Cooling Systems

Kevin Moravec and Moravec Geothermal are a Rochester New York and Finger Lakes Region leading Geothermal system design engineering team! Let the power of the earth heat and cool your home. We cover Central New York through the Finger Lakes and into Western New York and the Southern Tier.

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Successful application of geothermal as a technology involves not just proper system design and equipment in the home; a high-quality connection to the earth is essential. The merging of our experience with the geothermal industry in this part of our state is not only unique but a game-changer.
 
There exists in our area geological conditions that could adversely affect the performance of a geothermal system. We understand this fact and have helped our geothermal clients avoid such issues. Just as in our water well drilling business our name is on everything we do and that means our reputation for performance is on the line every time on every job.  

Servicing the Counties of Upstate New York:

  • Allegany County
  • Cayuga County
  • Chemung County
  • Livingston County
  • Monroe County
  • Ontario County
  • Schuyler County
  • Seneca County
  • Steuben County
  • Tompkins County
  • Wayne County
  • Yates County 

Looking for a great way to heat or cool your home or business? Let the experts at Moravec Geothermal give you a system that will not only heat your home or business, but will offer cooling in the summer all from the ground. The Geothermal Systems are a renewable energy technology that uses no fossil fuels, reduces or eliminates your need for oil or natural gas, and reduces your carbon footprint.

Kevin Moravec's one of the finest designers in the Geothermal Energy Industry. Kevin can give you a comprehensive evaluation of your Geothermal Heating System, and if you want to get rid of your fossil fuel dependency and the rising costs of the utilities, then these Geothermal Systems are the right way to go.

A heating and cooling system that is:

  • green technology
  • reduces the operating costs of  your new home
  • not subject to the ever changing price of fossil fuels.

CONTACT US TODAY: 315-536-3911 and find out how a Geothermal System can save you up to 75% on your winter heating bills.

We service these counties in New York State;

Monroe, Wayne, Livingston, Ontario, Seneca, Schuyler, Yates, Chemung, Steuben and parts of Tompkins, Cayuga and Allegany Counties

Geothermal Installation

What if GOING GREEN also meant KEEPING GREEN as in dollars in your pocket? 

 

What if Moravec Geothermal could help you reduce your carbon emissions by up to 70% while at the same time saving you up to 70% on your heating and cooling costs? If this sounds too good to be true it’s not. This is being accomplished all over the world by installing a (GSHP) ground source heat pump connected to a Ground Loop or Open Loop system that uses the earth’s energy as a heat source in the winter or a heat sink in the summer. Visit www.Geoexchange.org a geothermal consortium to learn more and find other helpful links.

 

We even practice what we preach by enjoying the cost savings at our corporate offices and the other benefits associated with a ground source heat pump installation. With today’s volatile market and the unpredictable costs of fossil fuels we can’t think of a better investment. With a properly engineered installation you can expect to see an instant savings with a 3 to 7 year pay off. After the pay off you have the potential of pocketing up to 70% of your past heating and cooling expenses. If you can find a better investment please let us know. Starting January 1, 2009 the federal government is offering a 30% tax credit for the installation of a residential (GHP) Geothermal Heat Pump. All commercial and private buildings are eligible for a 10% grant in lieu of tax credit for the total cost of installing geothermal systems. Be sure to check your state and local government for additional incentives. Some electric suppliers also offer a reduced service rate for a geothermal installation. Visit www.dsireusa.com for federal and state incentives.

Moravec Geothermal has accredited installers as well as certified geologists on staff to engineer and install your geothermal Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning systems. We have the equipment and knowledge to assist in all geothermal applications including residential, commercial, industrial and institutional installations. We have the capability to assist in the installation of OPEN and CLOSED LOOP systems ranging from the smallest to largest application. See examples of residential loops below.

 

HORIZONTAL LOOPS
Often used when adequate land surface is available. Depending on the geothermal system needs and space available, pipes are placed in trenches that range in lengths from 100 to 400 feet.

VERTICAL LOOPS
The ideal choice for a geothermal heat pump when available land surface is limited. Well drilling equipment is used to bore small-diameter holes ranging from 150 to 400 feet deep. Some large scale applications can require deeper bore holes.

LAKE or POND LOOPS
Pipe loops are placed on the bottom of the body of water in order to capture the geothermal energy. Size and depth of the pond will have to be considered.

OPEN LOOPS ( PUMP and DUMP )
By drilling a new well or utilizing an existing well your Ground Source Heat Pump uses the earths energy stored in the groundwater. The groundwater is pumped through the heat pump where heat is extracted in the winter or rejected in the summer, then disposed of in an appropriate manner. Considering that groundwater stays at a relatively constant temperature year-round, it is an excellent heat source/heat sink.

STANDING COLUMN WELL SYSTEM
Another form of an open loop system where groundwater is extracted from the bottom of your well, circulated through your heat pump's heat exchanger, and returned to the top of the water column in the same well.

Why Choose Moravec Geothermal?

For 82 years and four generations Barney Moravec, Inc. has been drilling in the highly variable geology of Central New York.

Click here for Moravec Water Well Web Site

 

Successful application of geothermal as a technology involves not just proper system design and equipment in the home; a high-quality connection to the earth is essential. The merging of our experience with the geothermal industry in this part of our state is not only unique but a game-changer.

There exists in our area geological conditions that could adversely affect the performance of a geothermal system. We understand this fact and have helped our geothermal clients avoid such issues. Just as in our water well drilling business our name is on everything we do and that means our reputation for performance is on the line every time on every job.

 

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Starting your new Home

Now is the Time!

 

With an early spring, it is an ideal time to begin the discussion about your geothermal system. Our new build check-list offers some tips about your new project.

 

Some of the things to consider include: 

 

 

Radiant, Forced Air or a Combination of Both   

Insulation and Air Sealing

Timing of the processes involved

Vertical or Horizontal

Design and Sizing of the home

Installation

Tax Incentives

 

 

All of these items result in an unmatched end product, a home that you will be showing off for years to come. A well thought out plan before you begin makes all the difference in staying within your budget. Not only that, each of these items will result in something that you will enjoy every time your energy bill comes. With a Moravec Geothermal system, you will see savings every month and a return on arguably the biggest investment any of us make - your home!

Solar Electric Systems

Renewable Rochester Solar Installations

 

Rochester New York Solar water pumping and remote power systems that allow you to pump water for agricultural, farms, and water systems.

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Projects

Ask us about our on-going installations. We invite anyone who has an interest out to see anything from the drilling of the closed loop system to the installation process going on inside. We have a wide area that we cover so feel free to ask about a visit.

 

- Canandaigua, NY - Closed Loop Vertical System - 14 Ton, Radiant and Forced Air Combo. We are rehabbing this project. As of January, this project has been completed.

 

- Seneca Lake, NY - Closed Loop Vertical System - 4 Ton, Forced Air retro fit. This project will include monitoring.

 

- Keuka Lake, NY - Closed Loop Vertical System - 3 Ton, Radiant and Forced Air Combo. This is a new build project, featuring some of the best materials one can have in a home. Super Efficient.

 

- Penn Yan, NY - Closed Loop Vertical System - 4 Ton, Forced Air retro fit. Replacing propane with geothermal....HUGE SAVINGS!!

 

- Utica, NY - Commercial Closed Loop System - 12 Tons. This is a community upgrade project that is aiming at LEED standards.

 

- Buffalo, NY - Just finished. 3 Ton horizontal loop. Upgrade from gas and wood to geo.

 

- Watkins Glen, NY - Just finished. 3 Ton Vertical Closed Loop, forced air. New Construction.

 

- Canadaigua Lake, NY - 5 Ton Vertical Closed Loop System -

 

- Penn Yan, Ny - Closed Loop Vertical System - 5 Ton, Forced Air retro fit. Added A/C, upgraded duct system and replaced propane.

 

There are many others that will be posted, though these are the main areas that we represent. Call Kevin at 315-536-3911 to ask a question about any of these projects or to visit one that is in process.

 

Partners

1 Renewable Rochester
Solar Electric Partner
Leader in Quality PV in Upstate NY
2  IBS Builders
Concrete and Masonary Parter
Custom Home Builder
New Construction 1,000-10,000 Square Ft
Located in Penn Yan, NY
3 Moravec Water Wells
Central New York contractor offering in residential, commercial, municipal and farm well drilling, pump installation and hydrogeological services.

207 1/2 Lake St
Penn Yan, NY 14527-1802
(315) 536-3911
Open Weekdays 8am-6pm

New Build Check List

1.  The Site - Locate all utilities.  This will include your septic, water well if needed, location of the home, electric and gas lines.  These things are important to know in order to properly design your loop field.  If the lot is small, a vertical closed loop system is going to be your best option.

 

2.  The Home - Insulation saves you money in a lot of ways.  By having a good solid thermal barrier, it will allow for a smaller geothermal system design.  It also keeps the energy you pay for in your home and provides you with a more comfortable living space.

 

3.  The Builder - We work with any builder who is interested in going green.  The key thing to planning a comfortable home is going to be the location of the geothermal unit.  The closer to the center of the home the unit can be placed, the better the distribution and return will be.  Long runs and sharp bends reduce air flow and increase static pressure.  This forces the blower system to work harder than needed to deliver your warm/cold air to your living space.

 

4.  The Costs - While a geothermal system may not be as flashy as a granite counter top or a steam shower, it is the only item in your home that will pay for itself over time.  Energy costs are not factored into your mortgage but can have a very large impact on your spending.  The up front cost of a geothermal system may sound high but it will put over $70,000.00 back into your pocket over the life of your 30 year mortgage. 

 

5.  The Costs, Part 2 - Look at the incremental increase of going to geothermal over a conventional system.  There is a wide range of pricing available and when it is all said and done, these systems should not be more than 30-40% more than a conventional high efficiency furnace and a/c unit, after the 30% Federal Tax Credit.  If the HVAC system for a 2000 square foot ranch style home is quoted at $12,000, your geothermal system should come in around $16,800, after the 30% credit. Your payback should be around 3-5 years in most cases, depending on fuel options and average use.

 

6.  Vertical, Horizontal, Open Loop -  There are a lot of options for you and your builder to consider when choosing to go with a geothermal system.  Moravec Geothermal is the only geothermal company in the area that can provide a complete installation for all types of loops.  Since 1934, we have been drilling water wells all over Central NY.  This gives us the unique knowledge in terms of geology and borehole design that no one else has.  Because of this knowledge and the fact that we have direct access to the machines needed to drill the bores, we can control pricing to your benefit. 

 

7.  Questions - Make sure to ask questions about everything from the Manual J load calcutions ( builder should provide ) to how the loop is going to be installed.  The geothermal units are all very similiar in terms of performance while the loops that provide the energy for the system can vary greatly from contractor to contractor, location to location.  That is why the loop is the most important part of the system.  The second most important part is the distribution system.  The units are designed to move more air than a conventional system.  Duct systems must be sized accordingly.

Moravec Geothermal-Green Technology

Coyler_1Call Today to find out how a GeothermalSystem can save you up to 75% on your winter heating bills.

 

A heating and cooling system that is:

  • green technology
  • reduces the operating costs of  your new home
  • not subject to the ever changing price of fossil fuels.

Barney Moravec Inc. on NBC Nightly News

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Things to Concider

  • Radiant, Forced Air or a Combination of Both
  • Insulation and Air Sealing
  • Timing of the processes involved
  • Vertical or Horizontal
  • Design and Sizing of the home
  • Installation
  • Tax Incentives