From Willow Glen and Cambrian in San Jose to homes across the South Bay, Peninsula, and East Bay, the Bay Area is full of houses built between the 1950s and 1980s — to insulation and equipment standards no one would accept today. That older equipment quietly runs up your PG&E and gas bills every month.
A free in-home energy assessment from a licensed local contractor shows you where your home is losing energy and which upgrades — and rebate programs — fit your specific house and location.
Bay Area rebate programs in 2026
The Bay Area has several overlapping programs — which one applies depends on your exact city:
- San Jose Clean Energy (SJCE): up to $2,500–$3,500 for a heat pump water heater, plus a $500 attic-insulation add-on
- BayREN: regional electrification and efficiency incentives across the nine Bay Area counties
- Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE): water-heater and electrification rebates for Santa Clara County cities outside San Jose
Which one applies to you? SJCE covers San Jose; SVCE covers many other Santa Clara County cities; BayREN spans the wider region. Knowing your territory changes your rebate — that's exactly what an assessment sorts out. Full San Jose & Bay Area rebate guide →
What your Bay Area assessment can cover
- Heat pump water heaters — the strongest single rebate in the South Bay
- HVAC & heat pumps — efficient, all-electric comfort
- Attic insulation — high-impact for older Bay Area homes
- Windows, roofing, and more
Bay Area Homeowner? Find Out What You May Qualify For
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Check My Eligibility →Areas we serve in the Bay Area
Beyond San Jose, our contractors serve homeowners throughout the South Bay and Peninsula, including Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Fremont, Milpitas, Cupertino, Campbell, Los Gatos, Redwood City, and Palo Alto. Not sure if your area is covered? Enter your ZIP code in the eligibility check above and we'll confirm.
Common questions
Is the Bay Area assessment really free?
Yes — 100% free with no obligation, and you're never charged for the assessment itself.
Which rebate program applies to my city?
It depends on your exact location — SJCE for San Jose, SVCE for many other Santa Clara County cities, and BayREN across the wider region. Your contractor confirms which programs and amounts currently apply to your address.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve the greater Bay Area, including San Jose, the South Bay, Peninsula, and East Bay communities. Enter your ZIP code to confirm availability.
This page is for general informational purposes only. Rebate amounts are as published by San Jose Clean Energy, BayREN, and Silicon Valley Clean Energy, are subject to program terms, eligibility requirements, and funding availability, and may change without notice. Each program is administered solely by its operator; eligibility is determined by the program and confirmed by a licensed contractor. No specific savings, program approval, or free equipment is promised or guaranteed. California Home Energy Center is a private company and is not affiliated with any government agency or utility provider.