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A Solar Water Heater Makes Dollars and Sense

Everyone knows that in order to get hot water for their shower, washing machine, and dishwasher, they need a hot water heater. What most probably do not realize is this unit does not have to be gas-powered or electric. Instead, they can harness the power of the Arizona sun by installing a brand-new solar water heater.

Soloar Hot Water Heater Diagram Though this sort of technology is relatively new and much more expensive compared to their gas-powered brethren, the cost to run a solar water heater can be much less. Add in the myriad of tax breaks and rebates (as much as 65% in most cases,) and the actual cost of the unit to you is decreased significantly. The typical return on investment is 3 to 4 years. In addition, you are doing something good for the environment by using fewer resources. Saving money and getting to feel good about it? That is a win-win situation.

Depending on your situation and current energy expenditures, you can make up the cost difference of a conventional unit in a matter of years. After that, you can sit back and bask in the knowledge that you made a great purchasing decision on an efficient, green hot water solution.

If you are thinking of installing a new water heater, be sure to give AC by Jay’s Comfort Team a call. We can walk you through all the models you have available to you, including the new solar water heater units. And do not worry—if there is a rainy or cloudy day, your unit won’t stop working. These solar-powered beauties also have a backup system that allows them to work even when it is not clear and sunny.

Is it time for you to purchase a new solar water heater from AC by Jay? Give us a call at and we can give you a recommendation based on the particulars of your situation. Our business has been heating and cooling Arizona since 1983, and we can use our knowledge and experience to make sure you are satisfied 100%.

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Excellent! The service technician reviewed every part of the system to find and repair the problems! We had previously had 3 a/c techs out (including the one who installed the system) - none were able to get the system running correctly. Dispatch was friendly and informative - easy to reach. Thank you!

- Roger B.

How can I be comfortable and still save money on my utility bill?

Keep all windows and doors closed when air conditioning equipment is running. Close shades and window coverings on the sunny side of the house to block the sun's summer rays and lower the heat being transferred into the home. In summer, set your thermostat to the cooling mode and to a temperature that is comfortable. The average resident is comfortable at a setting of 78 to 80 degrees. For every degree that you lower your thermostat below 78 degrees you increase your electric consumption by 2% to 5%. When cooling your home, setting the fan to the "on" position will cause the indoor fan to run continuous, thus providing uninterrupted circulation of air between cycles. Many users are able to set their thermostat a few degrees warmer with this movement of air. Ceiling fans can also be used to move air and allow us to leave our thermostat at a higher setting. Programmable thermostats can be used to automatically raise and lower temperatures as needed when away or sleeping. Do not turn your air conditioner off during the day when you are away from home. Raising the temperature to 82 or 83 degrees while away is a better solution to saving energy. This will use less energy and still allow for the air conditioner to recover when you lower the thermostat to your desired comfort level when you return home in the evening. Do moisture-producing chores (such as laundry, running the dishwasher) and chores that require heat (baking, cooking) in the early morning or at night when it's cooler. Also, chores that involve exercise, such as cleaning floors, windows, etc. raise your body temperature and should be done when outside temperatures are cooler if it is an option. Sufficient insulation can be an economical way of reducing your electric bill while increasing the overall comfort of your home. If you need an insulation professional referral, please contact us. A well ventilated attic will decrease the heat build up and can lower your air conditioning usage. Your outdoor coil should be kept clean and free from debris. Wash the outside coil of your air conditioner with a garden hose once a year in order to keep it at top performance. Finally, routine maintenance keeps your equipment running at its best. Small repairs that may be performed during these regular visits will increase efficiency as well as avoid costly and unwanted larger emergency repairs.

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I had a new air unit installed by this company last year - they did a great job on the initial service and a totally professional follow up on the semi annual inspection in May. The unit recently developed a problem that produced a ceiling leak and when most other firms (in the middle of summer in Phoenix when demand for services are at there highest) would try to "work you in" and schedule an appointment .... Air Conditioning by Jay's personnel were alarmed by the problem and sent a very professional and highly trained individual out to my house that very day. Amazing! The front office people are always very friendly and eager to be helpful and the install and service departments are without equal. Needless to say I have in the past and will continue to enthusiastically recommend this company and their great people to all my friends and associates.

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