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Thursday, September 8th, 2011
Tips for saving on heating and cooling bills
According to the federal government’s Energy Star heating and cooling guide, The average household spends more than $2,200.00 a year on energy bills, with nearly half of this going to heating and cooling costs.
Saving energy means saving money but does not mean that you have to sacrifice your normal day to day activities. It’s how and when you use your energy that could really help decrease the amount spent on energy consumption. Here are a few tips that you can use to lower your utility bill.
Setting and Programing your Thermostat
Setting your thermostat to 78 in the summer and 68 in the winter will save you money on your utility bills. If your household is empty during the week for any length of time you need to consider having a programmable thermostat installed. If you have a programmable thermostat you will want to program your thermostat 2 – 3 degrees higher (in the Summer) and lower (in the winter) than what you usually have your thermostat set at when you’re at home. By having a programmable thermostat installed and used properly you could save about $180.00 a year in energy costs.
Maintenance
If you are responsible for a car then you are familiar with how important maintaining your car is. You have to change your oil, check your tire pressure, check your break pads, ect. every so often. The same is for your air conditioner and heater. By having your equipment maintained every 6 month’s (before each season) durastically reduces the chance of a breakdown. Changing your filters is one of the most import tasks in maintaing your system and is is something that homeowners can typically do on their own. By keeping your filters fresh and clean you are lessening the debri that builds up on your coils. Keeping your coils clean ensures that the air flow is not restricted. If the coils are clogged not only are you doing damage to your system you are also increasing your utility bills. Maintenance is always a good idea just for the sake of peace of mind in knowing that you had a professional go over your system and that you took the appropriate measures in ensuring you get the maximum performance out of your system. Click here to read more about air conditioning and heating maintenance.
Duct Test and Sealing
If you are like most homeowners, as long as your cooling and heating system is keeping you comfortable, you dont give it much thought. But what you dont see could be costing you hundreds of dollars every year. Most duct systems are installed in attics or building cavities where they are hidden from view and rarely inspected. Fixing duct leaks could save you more than $200.0in your annual energy costs while improving the comfort in your home.
The results of an APS study in Arizona found:
- In Arizona’s desert climate, on average 50% of your annual energy bill is spent on running your heating/cooling system.
- As much as 33% of a heating/cooling systems airflow could be leaking through ducts causing a loss of comfort and system capacity.
- The impact is most severe in ducts installed in attics where temperatures can exceed 140 degrees in the summer
- On average, almost 15% of cooling capacity is wasted due to duct leakage. While there will always be some leakage, homes with properly sealed ducts can often reduce leakage 3 to 5%.
For more information on this program Click Here to visit APS Rebate Program Site or Click Here to visit SRP Rebate Program site
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Thursday, October 8th, 2009
WARNING!!!!!
Don’t buy a new air conditioning or heating system from any home center such as Home Depot or Sears without knowing who the installing contractor is.
Most people don’t realize when you purchase a new heating or cooling system from a home center or chain store, the work is performed by subcontractors who are charged 10% for the job. This means they could be cutting corners to make a profit. Don’t get caught with a subcontracting nightmare!! Investing in a new energy efficient heating and cooling system isn’t just buying the “box”. You are depending on the installing contractor to do the install correctly so you can enjoy the efficiency promised, and a long system life. The most important day in an air conditioner’s life is the day it is installed. Proper equipment size, proper duct design and quality installation practices are crucial to performance and the longevity of your investment.
At Air Conditioning by Jay’s Comfort Team we never subcontract any of our installation work. All installations and service are done by our highly trained, certified technicians. 100% of our technicians are NATE certified ( North American Trade Excellence) 100% are certified master technicians by the Arizona Heat Pump Council. We are recommended by APS, SRP and Southwest Gas. All of the training and certifications are to assure that our clients receive the very best service when purchasing a new system, have a breakdown or just having routine maintenance done on their system.
The North Carolina Alternative Energy Corporation a non-profit organization, examined Air Conditioning manufacturers’ efficiencies versus the actual efficiencies that result after installation; they found the following:
90% of the units tested exhibited some sort of energy-wasting, comfort-robbing problem!
Other significant HVAC industry comfort energy related surveys reveal that:
*93% of equipment installed have Duct Leakage resulting in poor indoor air quality, health and safety concerns, drafts and uneven temperatures and may DOUBLE HVAC portion of the energy bill
*54% of equipment installed have incorrect refrigerant charge resulting in increased failure rate, reduced moisture removal, equipment typically noisier, uneven temperatures and could add as much as 17% to operation costs. Reduce life of system and major components (Compressors) causing elimination of ROI.
*47% of equipment installed are over sized resulting in equipment not running enough to wring out moisture, air in sunlit & shade rooms does not mix, equipment typically noisier and shorter equipment life
*70% of equipment installed have incorrect air flow resulting in uneven temperatures, poor moisture control, noisy grilles and registers and could add as much as 10% to operating costs
When you measure every aspect of any business for results,
you are no longer are guessing!
Benefits YOU receive and are guaranteed when choosing
AIR CONDITIONING BY JAY to perform your system UPGRADE!
*Only HVAC contractor with Quality Control Division in the business!
*Guarantee that YOUR installation falls in the top 10%!
*Most Certified, Professional staff in the Valley
*100% Satisfaction Guarantee, IN WRITING!
*Best Performance on YOUR investment!
*Longest Life Expectancy on YOUR Investment!
*Fewest Break Downs over the life of YOUR system!
*Quietest Operation Possible!
*Highest Utility Rebates Available!
*24/7 Support and Assistance!
*Free Deluxe Comfort Club Membership!
*Lifetime Thermostat Warranty!
*Lifetime Craftsmanship Warranty!
Tags: Home Depot, Home Depot air conditioning, new air conditioner, new heating system, retail home centers, Sears air conditioning, sub contractors, warning
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Monday, June 30th, 2008
Did you know that the York Affinity series of Air Conditioners is more then just a high quality, reliable, best selling air conditioner in Arizona? It’s also, as it turns out, is quite the fashion statement. Coming in seven designer colors, to complement your homes exterior, 2 concealment options, to hide the unit in plain sight, as well as over 70 collegiate panel options, this Air Conditioning unit will surely win best dressed of 2008.
Not to judge a book by its cover, the York Affinity series, coming in 13, 15 and 18 SEER model ratings is also a beauty on the inside. It’s quieter and more energy efficient thanks to an innovative fan guard. The durable plated steel allows it to withstand whatever the elements throw at it. It also has a 5 year parts and 10 year compressor warranty to allow you to feel safe with your purchase.
All three models contain QuietDrive™ which reduces operating noise and expenses with a high-efficiency compressor, isolated compressor compartment, swept-wing fan design, and composite base pan.
York’s state-of-the-art two-stage compressor means that this affinity system in more reliable and efficient then ever.
If you are interested in having a York Affinity air conditioner in Arizona installed in your home, contact Air Conditioning by Jay today by going to www.DialComfort.com or calling 602-266-3678 to schedule an installation.
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Monday, June 23rd, 2008
It’s summer time in Arizona and as anyone who has spent more then a minute here knows, that means it’s time to turn the air conditioner on to full blast and avoid the outdoors at all costs. So what happens when you go to turn on your precious air conditioning unit and it absolutely refuses to turn on?
First things first, DON’T PANIC. Air Conditioning by Jay’s Comfort Team has made a whole lot of house calls to handle Arizona air conditioner repairs and we’ve found that there are a number of things that home owners can easily do on their own without having to call us to get their air conditioner running.
The first thing you will want to do is check your thermostat to make sure it is set to run at a level that is cooler then room temperature. With that handled, it’s time to move on to the electrical panel.
Just like with lighting, you air conditioner is connected to the fuse box so if you’ve blown the fuse connected to your AC, you need to replace it. Also while you are there make sure that the circuit breaker is switched to the on position. The air conditioning unit should also be connected to an outdoor disconnect box so if your unit has one of those, be sure to check the fuses there as well. Make sure you disconnect all electrical power before you begin to avoid injury.
Finally make sure that your filters are clean. Dirty filters restrict or cut off the flow of air and might prevent your air conditioner from operating properly or at all.
If you continue to have a problem after following these steps use our privacy assured online form to contact Air Conditioning by Jay, we specialize in Arizona air conditioners and Arizona air conditioning repairs and guarantee same day service. You can also call us Valley wide at 602-266-3678 to schedule an appointment today.
Tags: Maintenance, Repair, Repairs
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Thursday, May 22nd, 2008
Being in the air conditioning business as long as I have, I get asked that question a lot.
The truth is that with today’s high efficiency air conditioning systems, the correct answer is what ever is comfortable for you is the ideal setting.
When your new system is installed properly by a certified air conditioning contractor and running at peak efficiency, it won’t matter much at all one, two, or five degrees either way on your electric bill.
One of the benefits of having your old equipment replaced with new super high efficiency rated units is that you don’t have to watch the thermostat setting all summer long trying to save a few dollars by making your home uncomfortably warm for part of the day.
Let AC by Jay show you how to be comfortable all summer long. Go to www.acbyj.com or call Valley wide at 602-266-3678 to schedule an appointment today.
Tags: Efficiency, Maintenance, Repair, Repairs
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Thursday, August 23rd, 2007
Installing an air conditioner in a customer’s home requires three groups of people. First, it requires a customer needing an air conditioner. Second, it needs a company such as Trane to build an air conditioner. Finally, it needs a comfort specialist, such as the technicians at AC By Jay, to install and help maintain that air conditioner.
With that in mind, Trane recently announced its Trane Dealer Connection software. This software is provided to comfort specialists to help ensure that all three parts of the puzzled customer, manufacturer, and technician can be connected in the most effective way. The software includes contact management software to help technicians keep track of their customers and is backed by a call center to help connect customers and technicians.
The Trane Dealer Connection is just one of the many ways that air conditioner manufacturers and comfort specialists are helping you meet your air conditioning needs. To find out how you can have a quality air conditioner installed in your home, contact the Comfort Team.
Tags: Customer Service, Maintenance, Repair, Repairs, Service
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Thursday, August 9th, 2007
While it feels almost painful to be talking about heat while the thermometer is still registering above 100 degrees, Trane (trane.com) has just announced a new furnace that it claims is the most energy efficient gas furnace.
According to the press release, the Trane XV95 furnace features two-stage gas valves and variable speed motors, which is a lot like saying that it will save you money. The XV95 is also ENERGY STAR compliant, so having one installed in your home can qualify you for certain federal tax credits.
So while the rest of us are thinking about our air conditioners keeping us cool, Trane is preparing to keep us warm, come winter, while still reducing our electric bills. If you have had enough of the summer heat and are ready to prepare for cold winter days, give the Comfort Team a call and see how you can have a new, energy efficient furnace or heat pump installed in your home.
Tags: Furnaces, Heating Season, Maintenance, Repair, Repairs
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Tuesday, May 29th, 2007
We have talked before about how air conditioners, heat pumps, and air filters work to keep you cool in the hot Phoenix temperature and ensure you comfort living. But sometimes just reading a description of an air conditioner or other device is not enough for us to really understand how it works. Thankfully, the website Howstuffworks.com has created a video which explains how the air conditioner works and shows animations of the process. This way, whether you learn best by reading, hearing, or seeing, you will be able to start to understand how your air conditioner works. The website also has numerous pictures of different types of home and commercial air conditioners and explanations of different types of air conditioners. All together, it is a useful resource for understanding just how your comfort living is being maintained.
Tags: Air Conditioning, How they work, Repair, Repairs, Service
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Saturday, March 24th, 2007
The air conditioner company York has begun to advertise the Affinity’ series of air conditioners. These air conditioners are designed to be installed on the ground outside of your home and can be purchased in a variety of colors to match your home exterior. The colors range from a very white stone to the aptly-named jet black. Other options include red, green, and blue variations. The chosen color only extends to the vertical vents on each side of the unit, with the frame of the air conditioner remaining silver.
York’s website, http://www.yorkupg.com/affinity/index.asp, has a small application where you can view a picture of the Affinity air conditioner in front of a home made of various materials and colors. If you need a new air conditioner and want something that visually matches your home, this may be the air conditioner for you.
To have an air conditioner such as the York Affinity installed in your home, call the comfort team.
Tags: Air Conditioning, York
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