Heat Pump Water Heaters
Cut your water heating bill by 60\u201370% with a hybrid heat pump \u2014 and let us handle the SDG&E and TECH Clean California rebate paperwork.
About this service
Heat pump water heaters pull heat out of the surrounding air and use it to heat your water. That's roughly a quarter of the electricity a traditional resistance heater uses, and California's rebates are stacked in favor of homeowners making the switch.
We install Rheem, Ruud, and A.O. Smith hybrid units — pull the old tank, run the condensate line, upsize the breaker if needed, and get everything code-inspected. If your garage or utility space is tight, we'll walk through the airflow and noise considerations before you commit.
TECH Clean California rebates on qualifying installs can knock $2,000–$4,000+ off the project. We file the paperwork on your behalf so you don't have to.
What's included
- Sizing and site survey — airflow, drainage, and electrical
- Removal and disposal of the old tank
- Electrical upgrade to 240V/30A if your panel needs it
- Condensate line routing to an approved drain
- Permit, inspection, and manufacturer registration
- TECH Clean California and utility rebate paperwork filed for you
Our process for heat pump water heaters.
Call or Book Online
Tell us what's going on. We'll schedule a same-day slot when we can.
On-Site Diagnosis
A licensed tech inspects the issue and confirms scope before any work starts.
Upfront Flat-Rate Quote
You approve the price in writing. No surprises, no hourly meter.
Fix, Test & Guarantee
We complete the work, test it in front of you, and back it in writing.
Why homeowners pick Stars & Stripes for this.
Licensed C-36 Techs
Every job is done by a background-checked, licensed California plumber.
Upfront Flat-Rate Pricing
You see the total before we start. No hourly clocks, no surprises.
2-Year Workmanship Guarantee
If it fails on our workmanship, we come back and make it right.
Fully Insured & Bonded
Property protection and clean job sites are non-negotiable for our crew.
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Questions about heat pump water heaters.
Yes — most South Bay homes see 60–70% lower water heating costs. Payback usually lands in 4–6 years even before rebates.
The compressor runs at about the volume of a quiet dishwasher. If your utility space is inside living space, we can talk through location options.
TECH Clean California, SDG&E, and often local utility rebates. The stack changes — we'll confirm what's live when we quote.
Sometimes we can use a smart circuit-sharing device instead of upgrading the panel. We'll assess on-site.
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Same-day appointments across South Bay. 24/7 emergency dispatch. Upfront pricing before we touch a wrench.