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Energy Savings Assistance Program

Whether you rent or own, you could be eligible to receive free energy-efficient home improvements that can make your home more comfortable and save you money now and for years to come. Through the Energy Savings Assistance program, you may be eligible to receive no-cost and low-cost products and installation:

  • Attic insulation
  • Energy-efficient lighting
  • Door weather-stripping
  • Replacement of qualified appliances*
  • Caulking
  • Minor home repairs
  • Low-flow showerheads
  • Water heater blankets
  • Smart thermostat
  • Smoke alarm
  • Carbon Monoxide alarm
  • More measures available

* Existing appliances must meet age requirements to qualify for replacement. Co-pay may be required for landlords who own appliances and pay tenant utility bills.

How the Program Works

Once we receive your application, one of our Energy Savings Assistance program contractor will visit your home and help you determine if you are eligible for the program and help you complete all the necessary paperwork.

If you’re accepted, your contractor will come back out again for installation of home improvements, and you may receive an additional inspection of your new improvements.

Find Out if You Qualify

Eligibility for the no-cost energy efficient home improvement program is based on income and household size or by your household participation in certain public assistance programs.

Qualifying public assistance programs:

  • Medicaid/Medi-Cal for Families A & B
  • CalFresh (food stamps) SNAP
  • Head Start Income Eligible (Tribal Only)
  • Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
  • Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
  • National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
  • Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  • CalWORKs (TANF) or Tribal TANF

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) offers incentives for both residential and commercial energy customers. Beyond local rebates and incentives, you could be eligible for federal tax credits that significantly reduce the cost of energy-efficient upgrades. These incentives cover a range of improvements including insulation, energy-efficient appliances and HVAC systems. Discover how you can maximize your savings and contribute to a greener future by taking advantage of these.