Hanson Builders, Inc.

As with any energy saving process or device, there are learned and well-intentioned people on all sides of opinion. Geothermal HVAC (heating, ventilation, cooling) systems have been around a long time in commercial applications. They are only now, in this market, starting to arouse curiosity amongst builders and consumers since the Obama Administration included a tax break for them in the 2009 Stimulus bill.

The facts on geothermal, for most homes in Minnesota, are quite clear;

It saves some natural gas, pollutes the atmosphere more, and has a "cost -recoupment" of somewhere between 25 years and never. If someone is trying to convince you of one of these systems, they may not have some facts in order.

CENTER POINT Energy is crystal-clear that a Geothermal system will not save enough to pay back in less than 25+ years, and that it actually POLLUTES MORE than a standard system.

Below the CenterPoint Energy information here, read on for a picture of a real gas useage bill from one of our new homes in Blaine: 5,000 Square Feet, Sports Court, 2 Story Great Room, 4-car Heated garage, 8 residents – LESS THAN $100/month !!

 Gas bill follow.