ECONAR^® Energy Systems - Residential Case Study
Hurd Residence - Elk River, Minnesota

In 1997, the Hurd family built a two-story home in Elk River, MN. As they were investigating their heating and cooling options, they were intrigued by the ECONAR GeoSource Heat Pump display at the Minneapolis Home and Garden Show. Knowing the high cost of electric baseboard and the volatility of propane gas, they were very interested in geothermal. Now they own a GeoSource 2000 heat pump and are reaping the benefits. They have been amazed with the savings they have seen. They also were impressed with the absence of the added clutter they would have had if they had gone with electric baseboard, plus the peace of mind knowing there is no gas or exhaust from the furnace permeating the house.

“We are thrilled with our ECONAR GeoSource Heat Pump, and would highly recommend it to anyone building a new home.” Sue Hurd

Geo$ense

The total kilowatt usage of heating and cooling the Hurd home in 1998 was 4,970 or about 415 KWH per month. In 1999 the total kilowatt usage was 5,260 or about 438 KWH per month. Even with keeping the temperature at 71° in the winter and around 80 in the summer, their electric bills have been far less than their combined gas and electric consumption at their previous residence, which was about half the size.

Physical Data

• 3,000 square feet, Built in 1997
  
• Utilizes a 6 Ton ECONAR GeoSource Forced Air Heat Pump & PumpPAK
  
• Architect – Bob Hurd
  
• Mechanical Contractor – S & B Geothermal, Ham Lake, MN
  
• Earth Loop Contractor – S & B Geothermal, Ham Lake, MN

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