Got Watts Electric, Solar & HVAC offers services to make homes as energy efficient as possible. By powering homes with solar systems and cooling homes with high efficiency heat pumps, the company acts as a one-stop shop for its clients’ whole home energy needs. “We proudly maintain our position of expertise in the growing market of grid-independence and electrification systems,” says President Jeremy Carlock.
Got Watts serves residential and commercial clientele throughout the East Bay and the surrounding areas. The company employs its own electricians and HVAC technicians to install solar panels, back-up batteries, and HVAC systems, so there’s no need for subcontractors. “Not using subcontractors keeps costs down for our customers and minimizes quality issues,” notes Mr. Carlock.
Got Watts also handles electrical work, including main panels and EV chargers, and can integrate high-efficiency heat pump installations into solar projects for year-round comfort and energy savings. “Our goal is to provide our clients with top-of-the-line, energy-efficient, grid-independent solutions that will increase their level of comfort and make their homes or businesses more self-sufficient during power outages,” says Mr. Carlock. “We look forward to helping each client take the next step toward a fully grid-independent system."
“Our clients are very important to us, so we treat them like family and provide them with exactly what they need. We take the same detail-oriented approach on every project, regardless of its size, and we always make customer satisfaction our top priority."
Electrification is the future…and the future is here.
“Electrification” is the process of replacing home appliances and systems that use fossil fuels with updated, modern systems that run on electricity generated by renewable resources. It’s the newest movement in a world that’s looking for solutions to looming climate and energy crises.
While governments are seeking global solutions, some solar and electric companies are finding ways to offer services that help homeowners and businesses make changes on a local level. “It’s amazing and it’s coming soon,” shares Jeremy Carlock, president of Got Watts Electric, Solar & HVAC in Concord. “We know we can’t make more fossil fuels—we have a limited supply—and we can’t keep cutting down trees. We need to harness renewable energy and give our customers solutions that work for them and the environment.”
Mr. Carlock cautions that gas-fired furnaces, HVAC systems and appliances will soon be obsolete. Instead, electrical appliances powered by solar and other renewable resources will take their place. “I’ve already seen a drastic increase in the number of people who are opting for solar batteries rather than selling their power back to the grid,” he says. “If you’re generating power during the day, why not save it and use it yourself rather than selling it back at a suboptimal rate?”
While the cost of updating may sound overwhelming to homeowners on a budget, solutions are becoming easier to find and cover a wider array of systems. “There are rebates in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 that are very helpful,” shares Mr. Carlock. “The push is electrification and seeing homes remove fossil fuels from their properties. That includes weather-stripping ovens, smart electrical panels, and main service upgrades to accommodate all-electric heat pumps and water heaters.”
Mr. Carlock recommends considering your current energy usage and comparing it to your ideal setup and future plans. As availability increases, prices fall, and rebates and incentives become increasingly available, he predicts more and more homeowners will find electrification options that help them live better, Greener lives. “Rewiring America gives more information about what’s happening and some of the tax credits that are available on its website,” he adds. “Things are changing, and companies like ours are on the forefront of electrification.”
Maintaining customer satisfaction is a crucial aspect of any business, but it’s even more important for solar contractors that have earned the prestigious Diamond Certified award. For Got Watts Electric, Solar & HVAC, the best way to keep clients happy is to help them plan for the future by making their homes more energy-efficient. “It’s really fulfilling to know where our customers were at days or months ago and then see all the new technology and equipment that’s making their lives better,” says President Jeremy Carlock. “They’re excited because they’re saving energy and controlling their home systems at the same time. Their homes are their safe places, so that makes a big difference in their lives.”
Got Watts Electric, Solar & HVAC has been making homes energy efficient since 2010. By powering homes with solar systems and cooling homes with high efficiency heat pumps, the company offers a “one-stop shop” solution for its customers’ home energy needs. “We proudly maintain our position of expertise in the growing market of grid-independence and electrification systems,” says Mr. Carlock.
Unlike less experienced companies that see appliances and home systems as individual parts, Got Watts Electric, Solar & HVAC takes an integrated approach. “We know the different trades, so we’re able to think through what we’re doing in a holistic and encompassing way,” assures Mr. Carlock. “Modern homes with electrical vehicles, electric appliances, and solar panels need upgraded electrical panels and systems that allow for new appliances and equipment that keep pace with progress. Electrical is the foundation of the home, and it’s getting to be more important as we move away from fossil fuels. We’re able to help our customers create electrical systems that let them do all the things they want to do.”
Another distinguishing feature of Got Watts Electric, Solar & HVAC is its ability to offer comprehensive solar panel warranties that are backed by a third party. “Our warranty covers the entire solar system—the panels, the inversion, the racking and the waterproofing—for 30 years,” explains Mr. Carlock. “We’re backed by a very large insurance company, so if a customer has an issue, they have someone to call directly. If they sell their house, the solar system stays with the project, which increases the home’s value. A warranty like this is unheard of in the industry.”