The Importance of Regular Water Testing

While your annual to-do list this time of year is likely lengthy, there is one task you must never leave off; water testing. This major task can have a huge impact on the overall health of your family and greatly affect the quality of your water. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates public drinking water systems, but they do not regulate privately owned wells. As such, those who have a private well should have their well water regularly tested to ensure there are no harmful toxins or contaminants and that the water is safe to drink.

All private wells use ground water, and more than 15 million households have private wells. Polluted groundwater can cause problems like gastrointestinal illness and other issues. This underscores the need to have regular water testing done to make sure no one in your home gets sick from contaminated well water. As the experts in water testing for Minneapolis, we would like to tell you more about it and what makes it an essential part of your spring cleaning to-do list.

Because chemicals occurring naturally including arsenic, boron and selenium , they can all affect the quality of groundwater. That means, you will want to test your water annually to ensure its cleanliness as well as to prevent the need for well repair. Something else to keep in mind is that you should have water testing performed by a professional water well drilling company like Hartmann. By having your well inspected regularly by seasoned professionals, you can also prevent larger problems down the line. We can inspect your well for any necessary water well repair. We will perform a flow test to determine the system’s output, we will check the water levels before and during pumping and we will check the pump motor, among other tasks. There are several things you can do between inspections to help ensure the safety of your well and well water.

Have you recently installed a brand new well? We will test the water right after the well installation and you should have your well water tested at least once a year to ensure there are no problems.

Why not make spring cleaning your reminder to schedule water testing? To get some more information on water testing in Minneapolis, call us at Hartmann Well Drilling at 952-758-2202, or you can contact us and get a Free Estimate.

Reasons to Consider Geothermal Installation

With our cold winters and sometimes hot summers here in Minnesota, you may wonder if there’s a more efficient way to heat and cool your home. Well, there is! It’s called geothermal, and it’s an efficient and natural way of regulating your home’s temperature. We will provide some reasons why you may want to consider geothermal installation for your New Prague home.

Geothermal installation allows you to use the power of the earth beneath you. If you are one that wants to be more eco-friendly, geothermal is the way to go. It’s much more environmentally friendly than the alternatives. You can heat and cool your home without using much electricity or emitting greenhouse gases of any sort like carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide. There is no combustion required! This means you will not have to worry about dangerous levels of carbon monoxide in your home.

It’s possible you have heard of ground source heat pumps, but you may not be aware that geothermal installation offers great cooling benefits as well. During the summer, the geothermal system reverses to cooling mode, where the building or home is cooled by pulling the heat from within and placing it in the ground. This process can also create hot water in the summer and provide hot water savings in the winter.

Geothermal installation uses about 25-50 percent less electricity than conventional heating and cooling systems. Once the initial price of the geothermal heat pump has been paid, you can enjoy cost savings on your energy bills. Geothermal heat pumps only transfer heat; they don’t create it, thus making a much more efficient and cost-effective system.

These systems last too! The piping from a geothermal installation can last more than 50 years! In addition, very little maintenance is required. The total maintenance of a geothermal system is typically a third of what’s spent on conventional systems. With an installation from Hartmann Well Drilling, you will likely not need to address this area of your home’s function for decades.

So if you like to save money on heating and cooling and want to minimize your environmental footprint, geothermal is a great option to consider. If you would like more information on geothermal installation for New Prague and surrounding areas, call Hartmann Well Drilling at 952-758-2202 or you can contact us for a Free Estimate.

Benefits of Geothermal Installation in our Cold Climate

Geothermal energy is the perfect solution for many Minnesota homes. With our cold climate, you have likely heard about geothermal installation in Northfield and we are here to tell you more about it. One of our favorite topics here at Hartmann Well Drilling is geothermal installation. We are the local experts on this subject and are happy to answer any questions about it.

Ready to find out what makes geothermal energy a great solution for many Minnesota residents? Read all about it below:

• Geothermal heat pumps are used as a heat source in the winter in Minnesota, and they are used as a heat sink in the summer. 
• In Minnesota, the earth’s temperature ranges at 40-50 degrees Fahrenheit at a depth of 50 feet throughout the year. This consistency is ideal for geothermal installation. 
• Trying to decrease your carbon footprint? You should definitely look into geothermal installation. This is the most eco-friendly way to heat and cool your home. 
• Geothermal systems have the potential for significant savings in energy costs and for reducing reliance on fossil fuels like oil and natural gas. Many utility companies offer discounts for their geothermal customers. 
• Geothermal energy in the Minnesota area and, really, anywhere, does not deal with any fuel market cost fluctuations because it does not use any fuel. 
• Geothermal installation can save you money on other bills in the long run. The hot water these pumps deliver is produced much more efficiently. Heat pumps can also take the heat that is removed from your home during the cooling cycle and put it directly into your hot water heater instead of back into the ground. 
• When you call us for geothermal installation, you will notice that we do not have to install an outdoor unit. This means the system runs quieter.  

At Hartmann, we love talking about all things geothermal and local residents know we are one of the experts on this subject, so we’re always happy to answer any questions about it. So, give us a call today!

If you would like to learn more about geothermal installation in Northfield, call Hartmann Well Drilling at 952-758-2202 or you can contact us to get a Free Estimate.

Getting the Facts About Water Well Repair

When your water well isn’t working, it can be a frustrating time. After all, it is one of the most essential parts of the home. This is no do-it-yourself project, so you’ll need to call in professionals to help with any water well repair. New Prague residents know they can trust the experts at Hartmann Well Drilling to quickly and accurately diagnose and fix problems.

A well drilling company like Hartmann can come to your property and determine several different things about your well. From there we can offer some maintenance suggestions and water well repair to keep your well working as it should. Some of these include:

Inspection. You should have your water well inspected on an annual basis for any necessary water well repair. We will perform a flow test to determine the system's output, we will check the water levels before and during pumping and we will check the pump motor, among other tasks. There are several things you can do between inspections to help ensure the safety of your well and well water.

Call the professionals. Never try to service your own well. You should always call in professionals who know exactly what to do when it comes to well drilling and well maintenance. We know that there are a lot of do-it-yourselfers out there, but well maintenance and repairs are not a do-it-yourself project.

And, if your well pump is not working properly and you just had a new one installed, that might mean that it was not put in correctly in the first place. You should call the water well repair experts at Hartmann Well Drilling to come out and check on the installation job to ensure it was done correctly.

Act fast. Wells can be affected by a multitude of issues but it is always important to have them dealt with as soon as possible. For example, water well damage can even be a result of lightning striking your well. You might not even notice a problem right away but a professional water well repair company like Hartmann can pinpoint the issue.

Avoid hazardous chemicals. Keep hazardous chemicals away from your well. Be sure to occasionally look at your well cap to make sure it's not broken and in need of repair.

These are just a few of the reasons to enlist the professionals for your water well repair in New Prague. Call us at Hartmann Well Drilling at 952-758-2202, or you can contact us and get a Free Estimate.

Geothermal Installation: A Few Facts & Benefits for the Home

From its cost to its small environmental footprint, this alternative source of energy provides many great unexpected benefits.  There are many different reasons you should consider geothermal installation for your Twin Cities home and we’d like to provide you with an outline to give you a better understanding of this fantastic energy source. If find you have some questions about geothermal installation and the role it can play in your household, do not hesitate to give Hartmann Well Drilling a call.

Defining geothermal energy: Geothermal energy is energy generated by heat stored below the Earth’s surface. Geothermal heat pumps then harness this energy to create heating and cooling for your home.

What geothermal energy is used for: When you get a ground source heat pump installation, you will not just enjoy heat. You will also get a new source of electricity. It can even provide cooling for your home as well!

Environmental benefits: Geothermal installation uses about 25 to 50% less electricity than conventional heating and cooling systems. And, there is no combustion required! Meaning, they don’t emit any greenhouse gases like carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.

Variety of geothermal heat pump to choose from: There are several different geothermal systems to choose from including horizontal systems, vertical systems, closed-loop systems, open-looped systems and systems that use a direct heat exchange. An expert at Hartman Well Drilling can let you know what their many differences and benefits are.

Economics of geothermal installation: Because geothermal heat pumps are transferring heat and not creating it, this makes the system incredibly efficient.

They’re easy to maintain: When you choose geothermal installation you can expect low maintenance. Their total maintenance costs are usually 1/3 below that of conventional systems.

The endurance of a geothermal installation: Geothermal energy is a continuous source of heat and energy, so you will never have to worry about it running out. Ground source heat pumps have inside components that will work for about 25 years, and the ground loop will work for more than 50 years.

Geothermal installations are quiet: Once your geothermal installation is complete, you will notice the system is much quieter than conventional heating and cooling systems.

Are you interested in learning more about geothermal installation in the Twin Cities? Call Hartmann Well Drilling at 952-758-2202 or you can contact us to get a Free Estimate. 

Well Drilling in Wintertime

Our Minnesota winter is notorious for huge temperature drops as well as our snow accumulation. Take a pick or a shovel out to your lawn in the dead of winter and you have an idea of just how difficult drilling can be through frozen ground. The depth of frost alone in Minnesota frequently reaches five feet below ground! Ground water within the soil freezes and gets hard as a rock.

So, being that the need for well drilling in Shakopee is not dependent upon season, if the need arises, many wonder if it this can be done. According to Hartmann Well Drilling, the answer is a resounding “yes"!

The equipment we employ to carry out well drilling is used to drill through gravel as well as rock. Though the ground may be frozen solid several feet down, it poses little challenge. A frozen soil is ultimately no more difficult to penetrate than is rock.

Typically, when encountering frozen ground, well drillers choose between fixed or rotary cutter drill bits which are dependent upon how hard the material is that is to be drilled. Drill bits of this sort are rather sophisticated and run thousands of dollars apiece.

The primary issues in well drilling during a Minnesota winter are the air temperatures to the workers carrying out the job for customers. Other than the comfort of individual well drillers, well drilling can be done without issue, providing you and yours with a safe, sufficient water supply.

The water that a well will be accessing, of course, is found in the water table. The water table, generally found at a depth way below the freeze line of the ground surface, is not affected by the outdoor temperatures, it being buffered by the many feet of soil and rock between it and the surface above. That is not to say that there are not issues that may arise as water makes it way to the surface. The piping that makes its way through the ground to your home and/or the well portion that is above ground can most certainly freeze. Items such as “hot cords” can be wrapped around piping to help prevent the line itself, the pumps and all wares that house water at any step in the process from freezing.

For more information concerning well drilling in the Shakopee area, as well as any other services provided by Hartmann Well Drilling, call us at 952-758-2202 or get a Free Estimate.

Utilize Water Well Repair to Keep Your Flow

Your well water level varies at different points throughout any year. Your typical year offers its highest water well levels in spring (think snow melt), lowers in the late summer towards fall (think less rain). Spells of time without so much in the way of rain, will wreak havoc upon your water well levels. Those drawing their water from the ground (dug wells, shallow bedrock dug wells, wells located on high ground, etc.) are likely to be affected by dry conditions.

If you are running into issues such as no water or are experiencing general fluctuations in pressure, these phenomena can serve as indicators that your well is having a hard time keeping up with your demand. You may have issues with some of the components found within your well (waterlines, pumps, valves, etc.). If the above represent your experience, call on Hartmann Well, professional water well repair specialists to Minneapolis residents. We will pay you a visit to assess the problem(s) and go from there.  

To make it through this period of diminished water supply, conserve water and take notice of when and just how much you use. Wait a little bit to do your laundry. Cut your shower length down by a few minutes. Use your dishwasher at a time separate from when laundry is being done. Take a scattershot approach with your water usage throughout the day and night. This will allow replenishment to occur over time.

If you have attempted our suggestions to no avail, do not hesitate to call Hartmann Well. We can help with making some possible changes within your overall well set-up and water supply. We can take steps like dropping the pump itself deeper into the well so that it rests further down into the water table. You can try digging your existing well itself deeper, possibly allowing for additional water sources to enter your well.

These tasks being more involved than those which can be implemented from within the house, may call for a water well repair specialist. If you go as far as trying to carry out these tasks on your own, with minimal success (or even the likely possibility that you can damage your water system), call on a professional.

If you are interested in water well repair services near Minneapolis, please feel free to contact us at Hartmann Well at 952-758-2202 or you may Contact us.  

Popular Needs for Well Drilling in Minneapolis

As one of the leading well drilling companies in the area, we have seen a lot of well installations. There are a couple well drilling projects we complete frequently around Minneapolis. Well drilling services are requested by residential and commercial clients. The two projects we complete often are water well drilling and irrigation well drilling. Water well drilling is typically for the water inside your home or business, while irrigation wells focus on keeping your lawn and landscape moist. In this blog, we're going to explore these two types of well drilling projects more closely.

Water Well Drilling

Water well drilling is the most popular type of well that we drill. They are utilized by all types of customers. From the first time home-owners, to large corporations, we install them all. Here are some of the most common reasons we install a water well:

·         Residents building a new home need a well drilled on their property.

·         People want to switch from city water to using their own well, thus needing one drilled.

·         New commercial businesses in the area need a water well drilled for their facility.

·         Commercial business owners need a water reserve for whatever reason.

Irrigation Well Drilling

Irrigation wells are useful in both commercial and residential settings. If your lawn tends to dry out easily, due to your geographical location, an irrigation well could be the perfect solution. An irrigation well for a commercial property can be a little more extensive, but even more necessary. Companies that want a well-maintained landscape will need some type of irrigation system. By having an irrigation well installed, you can save a lot of money in the long run on your water bills.

Do you need well drilling in or around Minneapolis? Contact us today by calling 952-758-2202 or Request a Free Estimate Online.

Heat Pump Installations for Twin Cities Homes

How have you been weathering the Polar Vortex? With some record low temperatures, and no end in sight, you may be looking to upgrade the heat pump in your home. At Hartmann Well Drilling, we understand the position you’re in. When the weather is this cold, having the heat turned up is a necessity. For residents of the Twin Cities, heat pumps are an efficient way to provide warmth to your house. It may be hard to choose which heat pump is right for you, so in this blog we’re going to provide you with some tips.

Energy Efficiency

When we’re talking about heating a fairly sizable space, it is necessary to have a heating unit that provides excellent energy efficiency. If you don’t have one that works at maximum efficiency, you are throwing money away every time you use the heater. When you upgrade to a more modern heat pump, you are most likely going to improve your energy efficiency and save a few bucks.

Department of Energy Ratings

The Department of Energy has ratings in place for new model heat pumps. If you pay attention to these numbers while you’re choosing a new heat pump, it can provide you with useful information. When you take these ratings into consideration, you’ll be able to get a more apples-to-apples comparison on the units. The units that have the highest ratings will be the most efficient units available.

Choose an Appropriate Heat Pump

Choosing an appropriate heat pump for your Twin Cities home is another thing you need to be careful of.  If you buy a system that is too large, it will cycle on and off too much. If you buy a system that is too small, it will have to work too hard to keep your home warm. Find the system that is the perfect size for your home and begin to reap the benefits!

If you need help choosing or installing a heat pump at your Twin Cities property, contact us today by calling 952-758-2202 or contact us online.

Geothermal Heating and Cooling – save money and the planet

Many folks these days find themselves warming up to geothermal heating and cooling near Lakeville MN due to the harsh winter conditions. The weather patterns won’t be changing anytime soon, so why not invest in something that will last and save you considerable money over time? Hartmann Well Drilling is an expert at installing geothermal heating and cooling near Lakeville MN and can answer any questions you may have about having geothermal heating and cooling technology installed at your Lakeville MN home or business.

Money-saving benefits

When you install geothermal heating and cooling in your Lakeville MN home or business, you can cut your cooling and heating anywhere from 20 to 80 percent! (The actual total that you will save is dependent on several factors: the previous use of energy of your home, the efficiency rating on the new heat pump, etc.). Additionally, the ground source heat pump may actually wind up paying for itself. For example, when geothermal heating and cooling is installed in a new construction project, it will repay in a more expedited time period. Hartmann Well Drilling sees turnarounds on that in a time period of two to 10 years.

Environmental benefits

There are other pros of geothermal energy, which include:

·         This method of heating is almost completely emission-free.

·         There is absolutely no carbon released.

·         It can remove the sulfur that may have been released with other methods.

·         Geothermal heating and cooling requires no other fuel source. This eliminates mining of fossil fuels and transporting them for energy purposes.

·         Like Old Faithful (the original geothermal source!), there are no fluctuations in the geothermal heating and cooling capabilities due to the consistency of the ground.

If you have questions about the process of geothermal heating and cooling in Lakeville MN or would like more information on how to have one installed, call Hartmann Well Drilling at (952) 758-2202, contact us online or request a free estimate.

Well Services When Buying a Home

Are you buying a home? Congratulations! We're sure you have a lot on your mind, but have you taken a minute to think about the water source at your new property? If there is a well on your new property, there are a few things we can help you with. As your local Rochester MN well drilling company, we can provide you with many well services before a move.

Well Inspection

If you are moving to a property with a well, you'll probably want to have it inspected. We can test the quality of the water and see what shape the well is in. There is a lot of information you're going to want to know about your new well including age, condition of casing, distance from a pollution source, etc.

Well Chlorination

Though a well can be very handy, over time it may become commentated with bacteria. One way to rid your well of bacteria is to add chlorine to the water. We are able to determine the depth of your well and apply the appropriate amount of chlorine. Get started off on the right foot in your new home by knowing your well is free of bacteria.

Well Certification

Though the state of Minnesota doesn't require your well water to be tested at the time of a property transfer, many outside lending institutions and particular counties require testing. If you find yourself in the situation where you need your water tested, we're your company.

Well Drilling

If you are moving to a new property that does not have a well and you would like to install one, we can drill a water well for you. Wells can save you a lot of money in the long run. If you're set on having a well at your new home, don't hesitate to give us a call!

Do you need well drilling services as you're buying a home? Then give us a call today at 952-758-2202 or contact us online.

What to Expect When Hiring a Well Drilling Company

Water is a necessity for living and as such, no one would dream of building an inhabited structure without a nearby water source. Consequently, there will always be a need for qualified, experienced well drilling companies. As  a homeowner or business owner, especially if building a new facility/home, one should be expect to hire a company that understands the nuances of well drilling so that you can have ample water. Of course, sometimes, it is necessary to hire a well drilling company because your current water source is no longer usable!

But what exactly does it mean to be a qualified well drilling company? Isn’t drilling a well a basic skill that anyone in the home building industry can do? Well, just as you wouldn’t go to a podiatrist for a root canal, you want to be sure you hire a well drilling company to meet your water needs. Standard things to look for in a qualified well drilling company are that they should have several (the more the better) years of experience and be in good standing with the State Board of Contractors as well as with the local health department.

In addition to these basic qualifications of a Bloomington MN well drilling company, you will want to ask about the following:

• Can they provide at least three references for local work? Be sure that you follow up on these and talk to the people who provided the referrals. Be sure to ask about the company’s workmanship as well as their attention to things like clean up and care for their surroundings. 
• Is the well drilling company licensed or registered with your state environmental agency? There are specific requirements for each state. You may wish to look up your state’s mandates so you can be sure that the company you are considering is in accordance with these.
• Does the company understand the local geology, as well as any state or local requirements regarding well drilling? Not all environments are created equal, so it is necessary that the company recognize any characteristics that may be distinctive to your region.
• Does the company offer type of maintenance, repair or warranty options? No matter how fantastic a well drilling company may be, it is still wise to hire a company that plans and provides those “In the event of ...”scenarios. If a company is not willing to stand behind its work, find someone else!

As with any type of work or endeavor, that requires a contract, do not sign anything until there is a clear understanding of what to expect, and that those expectation are stated in a written contract!

Water well drilling facts and figures

Here are some interesting facts and figures on water and well drilling from our Faribault well drilling experts:

Water

• Water expands by 9% when it freezes
• Only about 1% of all water can be used for all of our needs. The rest is either trapped in ice caps or too salty or undrinkable. 
• The same amount of water is available as when the earth formed. 
• The average person can live for only about a week without water. 
• The average U.S. resident uses about 50 gallons of water per day. 
• The quality of water is influenced by natural factors (rock, gravel, sand, etc.) and pollution (agriculture, aquifer protection, etc.). 
• Approximately half of all household water is used outside for lawn and garden care.
• The bathroom is where the most water is used inside the home.
• The United States consumes twice the rate of other industrialized nations.

Water Well Drilling

• Your well be protected against all types of contamination with a properly sealed cap.
• "Smelly" water is often the result of sulfur, which can also corrode your plumbing. 
• Studies have found most would prefer to have their own private well. 
• A properly constructed well can be an asset to your property. 
• Your well won't go dry from using too much water.
• "Rusty" wells are usually the result of iron/manganese in the groundwater.

Some figures: 

• 1.2 billion: People without access to clean water. 
• 6.8 billion: The number of gallons American flush down the toilet every day. 
• 80: Percentage of fresh water used for irrigation crops and thermoelectric generation. 
• 8.34 pounds: The amount one gallon of water weighs. 
• 4,000: Number of gallons of water evaporated off one acre of a corn field.

Well Drilling: Why NOT To DIY

It's no secret that costs are going up, and it's smart to save money wherever you can. So, instead of hiring professionals, we might instead do the job ourselves to hold on to the cash. Maybe we handwash our car instead of going through an automated one. Or maybe we eat meals at home more instead of going out.

However, there are some things that no matter the cost, we should get a professional to handle. Doctors are a good example. But, what about well drilling? Should you seek out a professional Scott County well drilling company or go it alone? As we discussed a while back in an article, it's better to hire a pro than trying to do it alone:

Accidents can happen when you fix a sink, but a sink is just a tiny percentage when compared to a well. It's wise to be frugal and practical, but you should not skimp when it comes to drilling or repairing your well.

Well drilling take a lot of know how and the right machinery. You'll have to know where to dig, how far to dig, what to do once the well is dug and so on. It might seem easy enough, but there is far more to it than just that digging and "putting in" a well.

Read the entire article: "Well Drilling: Why It's Best to Work with a Well Drilling Company."

Why You Should Jump on the Geothermal Energy Bandwagon

Geothermal is booming. More and more homeowners are choosing to outfit their homes with a geothermal heating and cooling system instead of one powered by traditional energy source. We wrote an article a while back detailing why you should think about jumping on the geothermal bandwagon and noted:

There are even economic benefits to supporting the geothermal movement. As geothermal energy takes off and becomes more used, it could add many jobs to the economy, and encourage economic growth.

It's more imperative, more than ever, that we support our local businesses and industries. The Minneapolis geothermal sector is booming, thanks to a great amount of geothermal energy under the Minnesota surface. By using geothermal energy, you're cutting down your home's energy costs, helping to save the planet and supporting your local economy.

Read the entire article: "Geothermal: Why You Should Hop on the Geothermal Energy Bandwagon."

More Geothermal Facts

Geothermal heating and cooling systems can help turn your home into an energy-efficient abode; one that cuts down on the use of traditional energy, instead opting for the energy that already exists beneath the surface of the earth. But do you know how this energy is created, and where it comes from? Here are some facts about geothermal energy.

Soaking up the sun. The sun, the closest star to earth and the center of our solar system, is constantly transmitting solar energy. The earth's atmosphere absorbs approximately 20% of this energy, while 30% is reflected away. Around 50% of this thermal energy is absorbed by the earth's surface and stored beneath the ground. Traveling just a few feet below the surface of the earth, you'll find a temperature that's consistent nearly year round, thanks to this stored energy. This is what geothermal heating and cooling systems take advantage of.

Highly efficient. Geothermal systems, unlike traditional heating and cooling systems, do not need to burn fossil fuels or large amounts of electricity to operate. Instead, these systems are only moving heat. The amount of electricity needed to run the pump and circulators of a geothermal system is approximately a fifth of the geothermal energy transferred by the system.

Interested in learning more about how Minneapolis geothermal heating and cooling can benefit your home? Contact Hartmann Well Drilling today at (952) 758-2202.

Geothermal Featured in Wall Street Daily

Popular investment blog Wall Street Daily published an article yesterday about geothermal energy and its potential for growth as an alternative energy source. In fact, current system development would add 9 gigawatts of geothermal capacity to the planet. In the past 30 years, the world only managed to add 11 gigawatts. Geothermal is definitely growing in use, evidenced the most by the fact that energy from geothermal sources doubled solar power and wind power combined.

Geothermal heating and cooling systems are experiencing growth, too. These systems, which use the constant temperature beneath the earth's surface to heat water in pipe loops, can help homeowners cut down on traditional energy usage. This keeps more money in your pocket and can help the environment by reducing the output from fossil fuels.

Thinking about having a Minneapolis geothermal heating & cooling system installed in your home? You can get a FREE geothermal estimate from Hartmann by completing our online form. You can also give us a call at (952) 758-2202.

Pros of Geothermal Energy

Traditional energy usage continues to rise, and the cost of fossil fuels has gone up, as well. In a situation like this, any energy that exists naturally and can be harnessed to lower energy bills while still keeping homes comfortable is a welcome development. Fortunately, this very power exists in geothermal energy.

What are some of the benefits of geothermal energy? First off, if you're big on saving the environment, using geothermal energy means the energy you're utilizing is almost completely emissions free. Another is consistency -- geothermal isn't subject to the fluctuations that you might experience with solar power (only available when the sun is out without cloud cover) or wind (which depends on, well, wind). And, unlike fossil fuels, there is a virtually limitless amount of geothermal energy.

Ready to install a geothermal heating and cooling system in your home? Call Minneapolis geothermal company Hartmann Well Drilling today at (952) 758-2202.

Nebraska County Courthouse Sees Big Savings Thanks to Geothermal

Are you on the fence about having a geothermal system installed in your home because you don't know if you'll really see a significant savings in your energy bills? Here's a story that might help convince you.

A courthouse in Gage County, Nebraska was outfitted with a geothermal heating and cooling system in 2009. Prior to that, the County was spending $35,263 a year in energy costs for the courthouse. After the installation of the geothermal system, Gage County was able to cut that amount by an average of $11,400 annually. Over three years, the County will save approximately $34,202.

Hartmann Well Drilling is a Minneapolis geothermal heating and cooling installer that can help you save on your energy bills. Get a free estimate today by calling us at (952) 758-2202.

How long can a geothermal system last?

A geothermal system can help you bring down the cost of your traditional heating and cooling systems by decreasing your energy use -- this much we know. But one of the lingering questions for those considering a geothermal installation in their own home is this: how long will the system last? After all, a system may help drive down energy costs, but those savings won't be as impressive if the system isn't durable enough to last a long time.

Fortunately, a geothermal system can be considered a durable investment. After the system's installation, you'll likely recoup your costs in the form of energy savings in between 5 to 10 years. Further, the system itself will last a while. Your internal system is good for an estimated 25 years, while the ground loop that's installed underground can last over 50 years.

Get started on your geothermal system installation with a Minneapolis geothermal company you can trust -- Hartmann Well Drilling. Call us today at (952) 758-2202.