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Uptime Mechanical Services, LLC
4.7(
12
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Solar Water Heater System - Install - For BusinessSolar Water Heater System - Repair - For Business

Serving Santa Cruz, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I am a plumbing and mechanical contractor with over 35 years. I am dedicated to providing clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair to meet your plumbing and HVAC needs. We take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects, and we're known for our high-quality work, honesty, and professionalism.

Dan's retrofit system
Lamy residence
La Mariposa Residence
Lamy Barn
Tankless retrofit

+3

Response time3 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Uptime Mechanical Services, LLC
4.8(
14
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Solar Water Heater System - InstallSolar Water Heater System - Repair

Serving Santa Cruz, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Greg did a wonderful job with replacing our water heater and now works well and looks good. He was able to come in the next day after getting a quote from him. It did take him a whole day just because he didn’t have his helper. Otherwise, good service!"
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Luz Energy Corporation
4.5(
15
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Solar Panel InstallSolar Panels For Electric System - Install - For BusinessSolar Panels For Electric System - Repair+5 more

Serving Santa Cruz, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Odes came out to give me an estimate on repairing my Solar Heat panels. The panels were removed, repaired, and re-installed. The solar heat works really well now! The employee's are a great team and Odes was easy to work with. I would recommend Luz Energy Corp for any solar needs!"
Garcia PV
Solar Hot Water Collectors
Roof Mount Grid Tied
Solar Thermal System
Solar Pool Heating System

+2

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Solar Panels questions, answered by experts

Solar panels should get at least four to six hours of direct sunlight daily. It’s even better if sunlight reaches panels between the peak hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. This is enough to power a home, depending on your solar system’s size and energy needs. Remember that panels will generate some power under cloudy skies or in the shade, and many systems compensate for lower sun exposure by drawing energy from the grid or battery storage.

You can install solar panels on a flat or pitched roof, but keep in mind that they will need to rest at a 30- to 50-degree tilt for optimal sun absorption. It costs more to install solar panels on a flat roof because you will need to install a framing system and likely hire a structural engineer. If your roof has a pitch of more than 40 degrees, it may not be a good candidate for solar panels.

Solar panels can protect your roof from hail, as they can withstand hail up to 1 inch in diameter that falls up to 50 mph. Your solar panels may experience damage if the hailstones are bigger and travel faster. Your roof can still suffer hail damage, and it’s essential to look for signs and repair issues right away. Roof damage can lead to leaks and water damage inside your home.

The best way to save money on solar panels is to take advantage of federal and state solar incentives. For example, the solar investment tax credit (ITC) offered by the federal government can save 30% of your total—if you can take the entire credit, which is based on income taxes owed—or an average of around $9,000. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) for state and local incentives that could save you even more.

The best way to know if your roof can support solar panels is to hire a structural engineer. They’ll look at your roof and approve the design of your solar panel system or suggest changes. The best roofing for solar panels is made from strong materials like asphalt shingles and metal, but tile and gravel will work. Softer materials like thatch or temporary structures are not a good fit.

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