FAQ What payment
types do you take? We accept cash, check, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and money orders. What are your hours of operation? We
schedule appointments in 2-hour time slots between 8am and 4pm Monday through Friday and Saturdays between 8am and 12pm. What areas do you service? We service Sierra
Vista, Huachuca City, Hereford, and Palominas. We also service Benson, Bisbee, Willcox, and Douglas for additional trip
charges. How much
do you charge per hour? We do not charge by the hour, we charge by
the job.
Tax Rebates Solar
Hot Water Heaters: The Energy Policy Act of 2005 provides a 30% tax credit for residential
solar hot water heaters, with a limit of $2000. To meet the requirements for this credit, the solar unit must have been
placed in service or activated after January 1, 2006, must be certified by the Solar Rating and Certification Corporation
(SRCC) or an entity recognized by the state, and must produce 50% or more of the hot water needed for the residence.
Arizona also offers a $1000 state tax credit for these units. Tankless Hot Water Heaters: In February 2009, President Barack Obama
made important changes to the homeowner tax credits for specified energy-efficient home improvements. These changes
included qualified tankless water heaters with EF (energy factor) rating 0.82 or better. Two of the more significant
revisions to this include the extension of the tax credit through 2010 and the increase of the total available credit from
10% to 30% of the cost of equipment and installation. Tax Deduction vs. Tax Credit: There is an important difference
between a tax deduction and a tax credit. A tax deduction is subtracted from income before total tax liability is figured.
A tax credit is subtracted directly from the total tax liability. This means that a deduction and a credit have very
different values. A credit can be 3 or more times more advantageous to the taxpayer than a deduction. For example,
a tax credit of $1000 for someone in the 28% tax bracket is equivalent to a tax deduction of $3571. Now is the time to upgrade your home with solar hot water heaters and tankless hot
water heaters. When else can you have someone else pay for part of your home improvement? Take advantage of these
offers now and call us.
Some friendly money-and-energy-saving Advice about your
water heater
While most water heaters last 10-15 years, it doesn’t hurt to start shopping for
a new one if yours is more than 7 years old. And even if yours is working just fine, it pays to look for
ways to reduce the cost of heating your water since this is the third largest energy expense in your home and typically accounts
for about 14% of your utility bill. Here are some proven tips to follow. Put them on
the refrigerator as a family reminder. ☺
There are 4 basic ways to cut your water heating bills: Use less hot water, turn down the thermostat on your
water heater, buy a new and more efficient water heater, or insulate an older model. ☺
Think when you’re at the sink: run less water while brushing your teeth,
shaving, washing your face and washing dishes. ☺ Switch from baths to
showers: A typical bath uses 15 to 25 gallons of hot water. A 5 minute shower
uses only 10. ☺ Install aerators in faucets and showerheads:
They decrease water flow and can reduce hot water consumption by half. ☺
Federal regulations now require new showerheads to use no more than 2.5 gallons of water per minute:
Installing a new low-flow showerhead can save as much as 15,000 gallons of water a year. ☺
Repair leaky faucets and showerheads: A leak of one drip per second can cost as
much as $1 per month. If you’ve got 2 leaky faucets, double it. ☺
Insulate an older hot water heater and pipes: By preventing heat loss, you can
save as much as $50 a year with an older model. Be careful not to cover the water heater’s floor,
top, thermostat, or burner compartment; when in doubt call us at 459-6303 for professional help. ☺
Buy a new water heater with a thick insulating shell: It may cost more than one
without the insulation, but you’ll save energy and money over the 10-15 year life of the appliance. ☺
Drain a quart of water from your water heater every 2-3 months: This removes sediment and increases
efficiency. Follow the manufacturer’s advice for doing this. ☺
Lower the thermostat setting on your water heater to 115-120 degrees: Every 10-degree
reduction saves you 13% per year or as much as $60. ☺ Install a Zeta Rod
to protect your pipes and appliances from scale build-up: Zeta Rod is an electronic
water conditioner that is maintenance free and uses no salt or potassium. If you’ve got any questions or would like professional help making sure your hot water
heater is operating at top efficiency, call us at: 459-6303 Huachuca Plumbing
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