Head-to-Head Lifespan & Operating Cost Comparison (2,000 Sq Ft in Puerto Rico)
Option A: Geothermal Ground-Source (25-Yr Unit / 50-Yr Loop)Install: $18,500 | Lifespan: 25 Yrs
Option A Annual & Monthly Utility Bill:$420/yr ($35/mo)
Option A 15-Year Total Cost (Install + 15 Yrs Bills):$24,800
Option B: Air-Source Heat Pump (15-Yr Lifespan)Install: $6,800 | Lifespan: 15 Yrs
Option B Annual & Monthly Utility Bill:$561/yr ($47/mo)
Option B 15-Year Total Cost (Install + 15 Yrs Bills):$15,215
Puerto Rico Tariff & Break-Even Threshold:29.5¢/kWh Elec | $2.6/therm Gas (Break-Even: 29.9¢/kWh)
15-Year Net Lifespan Verdict in Puerto Rico:Air-Source Heat Pump saves $9,585 over 15 years
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