This is not the first time G & S Electric has been recognized for outstanding service to the community:

• A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau
• International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 640 Code of Excellence
• Spotless Case Record with the Registrar of Contractors

G & S Electric has been providing solar power technology in Arizona for over 25 years, completing projects across the valley, including Arizona State University and Big Park Elementary School. With summer approaching and the cost of energy rising, now is the best time to invest in solar energy.

Solar power usage in Arizona will continue to increase, but choosing the right Arizona solar company to trust with the installation of your solar panels can be overwhelming. The proven track record of G & S Electric and our commitment to providing quality workmanship set us apart from other providers of solar power in Arizona. To learn more of our awards and recognitions, visit contact G & S Electric online or call us at 602-493-1135.

G & S Electric prides itself in providing only the highest quality of work. Each project is done completely in-house, from design, collaboration with utility companies for rebates, to installation. Our high levels of workmanship and integrity are proven and supported by the local electrical workers union, IBEW Local 640. We ensure that you will be completely satisfied with your experience working with G & S Electric.

Check out a few more great things about G & S Electric:

Over 25 years in business in Arizona “Local Company” Union Shop

• More than 3,000,000 watts installed
• Full team of qualified in-house professionals
  • 5 years (minimum) of industry relevant education
  • Southwest Safety Training Alliance accredited
  • 100% performance and payment bonding capacity
  • Solar System Analysis to ensure systems are functioning properly

To learn more about our energy efficient solutions for your home or office contact G & S Electric, a leader among Arizona Solar Companies.

• Unplug unused devices – devices that stay plugged in to the wall when turned off still draw a small amount of energy, costing the average American household loses up to $200 a year in wasted electricity.

• Use computers sleep mode – when your computer is not in use, activate the sleep or hibernate mode. Sleep modes can save up to 90% of energy used if the computer were left on. To save even more electricity, completely power down the computer and unplug it when not in use.

• Turn lights off – encourage those living in your home to turn off electronics and lights when leaving a room. Before leaving the house make a quick walkthrough to check that all lights have been turned off.

• Control the temperature – during summer it is recommended to keep the thermostat set around 78 degrees. Adding blinds to windows and sliding glass doors will aid in insulating the home from outside heat.

Reducing your energy usage during the summer is easy and can result in big savings on your energy bill. Every kilowatt-hour saved equals about 10 cents, so saving more means more money in your pocket. For more tips on reducing your electric bill contact G & S Electric at 602-493-1135.

For the project multiple local companies volunteered their time and the necessary materials to help the school. G & S Electric was pleased to be involved in the project and give back to the community. The time and labor donated by G & S accounted for approximately $20,000 in labor and materials.

Following the completion of the project the school held a dedication ceremony with students, parents, staff and the volunteer team that completed the installation. At the ceremony students were taught about solar energy and were able to ask questions about the project and how they can be more ‘green’ in their own lives.

The state of the art solar system is the first step in helping PLC Charter School achieve greater energy savings. School officials are planning on adding more solar panels to the campus in the future.  G & S Electric is proud to help PLC Charter School reduce their carbon footprint and become more energy efficient.

If you are interested in cutting your electricity costs and adding a solar system at home or office contact G & S Electric, serving all of Arizona’s solar energy needs

Apart from basic electrical tasks, like replacing switches, call a licensed electrician to complete the job. Here are some examples of times you should call an electrician:

• Wiring projects
• Replacing circuit breakers
• When appliances around the house turn on and the lights dim
• If you smell electricity burning
• Adding new outlets
• Any electrical project you do not fully understand how to complete on your own

Any time the electricity is being worked on in your home, by a professional or yourself, the other occupants of the home should be notified to prevent them from interfering with the work or causing an accident. Electricians are trained professionals and have the experience necessary to safely work with electricity in your home.

G & S Electric offers electrical and solar services across Arizona. If you have a project involving electricity, stay safe and call a professional electrician. Contact us or call (602) 493-1135 to schedule an appointment.

The installed system, a 25kw DC commercial solar system, is designed to power large commercial buildings and reduce energy costs. The project also demonstrates to the community and union members IBEW Local 640’s commitment to environmental responsibility. The project was designed to injected money back into the economy using union member installers and only American made solar products.

During the planning process special design considerations were made to preserve the buildings historical status, as the building is registered as an architectural landmark in Phoenix. Designers and installers took special care to ensure the panels were placed in a custom design as not to detract from the building aesthetic appeal.

The President of G & S says “I am honored that we were asked to do this by the Local 640 as Jaysen Fails (Owner of G & S Electric) has been a member of this union for over 32 years. He started his first day of work with this union over 32 years ago where he completed his apprenticeship.”

G & S Electric offers both commercial and residential solar installation in Arizona. If you are interesting in renewing your environmental commitment to green business practices or are looking to save on your electric bill at home, we can provide you with solar installation in Arizona. Contact us to learn more about solar installation in Arizona.

The HVAC upgrades are responsible for increasing the districts energy efficiency and integrating green and sustainable technology into their facilities. The HVAC renovations will deliver a system designed to operate under a wide range of weather, occupancy and building use conditions to provide an ideal learning and teaching environment. The project included:

Upgrading over 200 HVAC units into energy efficient rated units

How does this help: As much as half of all energy used goes to heating and cooling. The high efficiency units are designed to use less energy with increased performance. The units also provide a healthier environment for students, teachers, staff, and parents as the improved filtration technology reduces fungus, mold, and virus particulates in the air and filter out nitrogen, carbon monoxide, and other air pollutants.

Upgrading over 20 variable frequency drives

How does this help: Variable frequency drives are used in ventilation systems in schools. Variable frequency motors on fans save energy by allowing the volume of air moved to match the system demand. As AC motor driven applications do not require full speed, energy can be saved by controlling the motor with a variable speed drive. The energy cost savings due to this upgrade are significant as the motor is consuming only 25% as much power.

Upgrading to High Efficiency Boilers

How does this help: Boilers are designed to heat water and provide either hot water or steam for heating. Steam boilers operate at a high temperature and are generally not very efficient. By upgrading the boilers to become highly efficient more of the energy can be turned into heat and less of it is lost or escapes. The high efficiency boilers that were installed used about 10% less energy than a standard boiler.

The improved HVAC system will help the Marana School District achieve greater energy savings while requiring minimal maintenance. G & S Electric is proud to help the Marana School District reduce their carbon footprint and become more energy efficient.

If you are interested in replacing older or inefficient HVAC equipment to lower your energy costs and reduce your carbon footprint contact G & S Electric, serving all of Arizona’s solar and HVAC needs.

Over 8,750 panels each rated at 230 watts DC or more have been installed as part of an overall effort to by ASU to transition to renewable energy systems for its power. G&S Electric has retrofitted 16 buildings at the ASU Tempe campus which are now equipped with solar panels including the Carson Student Athletic Center, the Hayden Library, and the Student Services buildings. The system will generate over 3 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) annually. The average home in Tempe uses 9,400 kWh per year.

ASU has developed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) where the system is owned by investors and they sell the created power back to ASU at a fixed price.

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]]> http://gselectricinc.com/g-s-electric-provides-sun-devils-with-solar-power-for-campus/feed 0 http://gselectricinc.com/do-you-support-local-companies-first http://gselectricinc.com/do-you-support-local-companies-first#comments Tue, 28 Jun 2011 04:56:48 +0000 admin http://gselectricinc.com/?p=123 G&S Electric would like to thank Cave Creek Unified School District and Marana Schools for using Arizona Contractors for their HVAC upgrades. G&S Electric has started work on these projects as of 6/27/11. We expanded our workforce to ensure this project will be completed before the new school year. When Arizona Schools choose local Contractors, more money flows into our economy and from that we all win. For more information on how to help boost our economy visit www.localfirstaz.com and read about shifting the way you shop.

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