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Full-Service Installation and no-cost home upgrades (WestLight Energy)
Run by WestLight Energy (formerly Peninsula Clean Energy)
WestLight Energy installs heat pump water heaters and heat pump HVAC (plus induction stoves and electric dryers) at fixed prices for homeowners in San Mateo County and Los Banos, at no cost for households under 80% of area median income. A 24/7 emergency service replaces broken gas water heaters.
Amounts
How much you get
Fixed, pre-negotiated pricing with rebates applied for everyone; income-qualified homeowners may pay nothing, with WestLight Energy covering the appliances and some needed remediation such as new wiring. Knob-and-tube remediation, panel upgrades that need trenching and major asbestos abatement aren't covered.
Eligibility
Do I qualify?
You need to meet all 5 of these.
Active WestLight Energy residential customer.
What to doRe-enroll with WestLight Energy if you opted out.
Legal owner of the home (owner and occupant for no-cost upgrades and emergency replacement).
Single-family home up to a fourplex with existing gas appliances; for no-cost upgrades, under 2,000 square feet.
The project must include a heat pump water heater or heat pump HVAC.
For no-cost upgrades: gross household income at or below 80% of area median income. San Mateo County: $117,700 (1 person), $134,500 (2), $151,300 (3), $168,100 (4), up to $221,900 (8). Los Banos: $54,400 (1), $62,200 (2), $69,950 (3), $77,700 (4), up to $102,600 (8). Also investable assets of $500,000 or less and no other properties owned. Enrollment in CalFresh, WIC, SSI, CalWORKs, LIHEAP, ESA, WAP and similar programs counts as proof.
People in your home Income at or below 1 $117,700 2 $134,500 3 $151,300 4 $168,100 5 $181,550 6 $195,000 7 $208,450 8 $221,900
Equipment
What equipment counts
Applying
How to apply
You apply online.
- Apply online.
WestLight Energy confirms you're eligible. For a broken water heater, call the emergency line, 1-650-314-4796, any time.
- Get a free in-home assessment.
A WestLight Energy contractor visits and creates a plan and fixed-price proposal.
- Sign the participation agreement.
- Installation.
The contractor pulls permits, installs the equipment and handles the rebate paperwork.
For no-cost upgrades, the latest federal tax return (Form 1040 with schedules, W-2s and 1099s) for all adults, or proof of enrollment in a qualifying assistance program
Forms and instructionsHome upgrade services eligibility requirements - WestLight Energy · Emergency Water Heater Replacement - WestLight Energy
Questions about applying(866) 966-0110 or info@westlightenergy.org
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Next steps
Check that it covers your address. Then, if you want, ask for a contractor quote.
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FAQ
Questions
How much does Full-Service Installation and no-cost home upgrades (WestLight Energy) pay?
Fixed, pre-negotiated pricing with rebates applied for everyone; income-qualified homeowners may pay nothing, with WestLight Energy covering the appliances and some needed remediation such as new wiring. Knob-and-tube remediation, panel upgrades that need trenching and major asbestos abatement aren't covered.
Does it matter where I live?
Yes. It’s only for homes in Parts of California. See Do I qualify for the details.
Is there an income limit?
For no-cost upgrades: gross household income at or below 80% of area median income. San Mateo County: $117,700 (1 person), $134,500 (2), $151,300 (3), $168,100 (4), up to $221,900 (8). Los Banos: $54,400 (1), $62,200 (2), $69,950 (3), $77,700 (4), up to $102,600 (8). Also investable assets of $500,000 or less and no other properties owned. Enrollment in CalFresh, WIC, SSI, CalWORKs, LIHEAP, ESA, WAP and similar programs counts as proof.
Do renters qualify?
Legal owner of the home (owner and occupant for no-cost upgrades and emergency replacement).
Is it still available?
Yes. It was open when we last checked, on October 27, 2026.
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References
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This page is built from these official pages, run by the program itself.
- Full-Service Installation - WestLight Energy
- Home upgrade services eligibility requirements - WestLight Energy
- Emergency Water Heater Replacement - WestLight Energy
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