Find a Contractor
Let us help you get connected with qualified professionals who have the tools and training to help make your home more energy efficient.
In order to qualify for emPowerSBC financing, you must use one of the participating contractors listed below. If you’d like to work with another contractor, emPowerSBC is happy to help them become qualified if they are interested.
The following are minimum qualifications for an Energy Upgrade California and emPowerSBC contractors:
Contractor Basic Qualifications
- Appropriate California State License Board license
- Bonding and in good standing
- Workers' Compensation and General Liability insurance
- Employ at least one staff with Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst certification
- Commitment to test each home for combustion appliance safety at the start and end of each job
Participating Contractor Directory
Basic Qualified
Advanced Qualified
Energy Conservation Consultants
CSLB: 925147
Phone: 805-320-6478
10834 Galvin Street
Ventura, CA 93004
10834 Galvin Street
Ventura, CA 93004
Your home or building is a complete system-whose structural features,heating,a/c,water and electrical systems should work together efficiently to minimize energy use and maximize savings. Energy Conservation Consultants can work with you to assess your homes efficiency and provide information on available incentive.
Credentials: BPI Certified Building Analyst, BPI Certified Envelope Professional, SCE/SCG Energy Upgrade Contractor
Additional Services: Energy Assessments
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Solar Qualified
Planet Solar
CSLB: 938313
Phone: 800-859-7652
719 E. Haley Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
719 E. Haley Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Planet Solar is one of the fastest growing solar installation companies in the US. We believe it’s because our experience and service oriented attitude make going solar easy for our customer. Our process is simple and we handle all details, paperwork and permits. We also use only the best panels and installation methods.
Credentials: California Solar Initiative
Additional Services: Solar Electric
Languages Spoken: English
Solar Qualified
Mimeos Sustainability Consultants
CSLB: 857208
Phone: 323-669-8414
433 Colyton Street Suite 205
Los Angeles, CA 90013
433 Colyton Street Suite 205
Los Angeles, CA 90013
Residential and Commercial Solar Energy Installation, Energy Efficiency Technology Implementation
Credentials: Additional Services: CA C-10, CA-B, NABCEP
Additional Services: LEED Accredited/Solar Pool Heating, Commercial Energy Efficiency
Languages Spoken: English
Solar Qualified
Carlton Electrical Construction
CSLB: 921761
Phone: 805-637-5340
P.O. Box 23245
Santa Barbara, CA 93121
P.O. Box 23245
Santa Barbara, CA 93121
Licensed Electrican and Electrical Contractor. Specializing in solar installation, rewiring and custom indoor and outdoor lighting.
Credentials: Licensed Electrican and Electrical Contractor
Additional Services: Generator back up systems
Languages Spoken: English
Basic Qualified Advanced Qualified Solar Qualified
Pacific Electric Solar
CSLB: 934786
Phone: 805-613-7657
2175 Goodyear Street, Suite 102
Ventura California 93035
2175 Goodyear Street, Suite 102
Ventura California 93035
Energy Efficiency Contractor. BPI Certified for Air Sealing and Insulation Specializing in Solar and Electrical Construction. Over 10 Years Experience. Licensed and Bonded.
Credentials: BPI Certified Building Analyst, California Solar Initiative, SCE/SCG Energy Upgrade Contractor
Additional Services: Energy Assessment, Solar Electric
Languages Spoken: Spanish, Chinese, English
Basic Qualified Advanced Qualified
Green House
CSLB: 363990
Phone: 805-704-6030
1959 Fixlini Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
1959 Fixlini Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
GREEN HOUSE is the go-to Home Performance Contractor for San Luis Obispo & northern Santa Barbara counties. Owner, Troy Spindler, with 30 yrs. of construction experience & specialized training from PG&E, Southern Cal Edison and CBPCA is ready to improve your home's air quality, comfort & energy efficiency. Green House also installs both solar electric and hot water systems. Please check the GREEN HOUSE website and call 805-704-6030 for an appointment today.
Credentials: BPI Certified Building Analyst, BPI Certified Envelope Professional, PG&E Energy Upgrade Contractor
Additional Services: Energy Assessment
Languages Spoken: English
Basic Qualified Advanced Qualified
IntelCo Contracting
CSLB: 959256
Phone: 805.540.1275
320 Indian Knob Rd.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
320 Indian Knob Rd.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
IntelCo is a General Contractor with BPI certified Building Analyst on staff. We specialize in Energy Education & Assessment, Building Performance & Home Comfort Upgrades, New Construction, Remodeling & Additions. We do whole house evaluations that will make it easy to understand what your home needs to make it more comfortable, safe and energy efficient. To start living more comfortably and saving on your utillity bills, please contact Energy Specialist Dan @ 805.540.1275! Inquire about a new Solar System for your home or business!
Credentials: BPI Certified Building Analyst # 5034357, Certified PG&E Energy Specialists, Authorized PG&E Energy Upgrade Contractor, Licensed General Contractor # 959256, Bonded & Insured
Languages Spoken: English
Solar Qualified
Santa Ynez Valley Solar
Santa Ynez Valley Solar is owned and operated by local resident, Gary Gordon. We service residential, commercial and agricultural solar needs, providing on-grid and off-grid system design and installation. All of our systems are individually tailored to our customers specific needs. Our service includes all permitting and California Solar Initiative rebate paperwork. Whether you purchase your system from us or from someone else, we can service your solar electric system. For energy efficient upgrades, we partner with local Home Performance Contractors. As a customer, you are our neighbor and our service reflects this.
Credentials: Licensed Solar Contractor, NABCEP Certified Solar Professional, BPI Certified Building Analyst, California Solar Initiative Approved Contractor, Member American Solar Energy Society
Additional Services: Design, Sales, and Installation of Solar Electrical Systems
Languages Spoken: English
Basic Qualified Advanced Qualified
Halsell Builders
CSLB: 783341
Phone: 805-680-5333
3130 Skyway Drive, Suite 601
Santa Maria California 93455
3130 Skyway Drive, Suite 601
Santa Maria California 93455
Halsell Builders' Energy Upgrade Central Coast division offers homeowners a cost-effective and smooth process toward energy upgrades servicing clients from SANTA BARBARA to PASO ROBLES. What separates us from the rest is that we are a one-stop-shop for going green. We can assist in financing through Empower SBC, processing complicated rebates, and go over a simple upgrade plan using our top of the line software. Most importantly, we have an in-house team of technicians and project managers who perform the work for upgrades like: new windows, air sealing, duct work, appliance upgrades and even solar through our partnership with a leading solar provider. Customer service is something we take very seriously and use a client interface software program to let our customers view progress daily. Contact Matt today at (805) 680-5333 or email him at matt@halsellbuilders.com. Thanks for your time!
Credentials: BPI Accredited Company, BPI Certified Building Analyst, PG&E Energy Upgrade Contractor, SCE/SCG Energy Upgrade Contractor
Languages Spoken: Spanish, English
Solar Qualified
The Solar Energy Company
CSLB: 445545
Phone: 805) 566-2127
4187 Carpinteria Ave. #5
Carpinteria, CA 93013
4187 Carpinteria Ave. #5
Carpinteria, CA 93013
With over 7,000 systems since 1976 The Solar Energy Company is one of the oldest and largest solar contractors in California. We install systems for pools, spas, domestic hot water and solar electric systems for residential and commercial applications. We handle all of the paper work from building permits, rebate reservations and affordable financing. We are a CSI approved contractor for both solar thermal (hot water) and electrical installations. We are dedicated to customer satisfaction holding true to our commitment that quality is your best investment.
Credentials: California Solar Initiative Certified for both solar thermal and electric installations. We have a Building Performance Specialist on staff.
Additional Services: Our warranty division, SolarMart provides an extended warranty for older systems.
Languages Spoken: English and Spanish
Solar Qualified
REC Solar
CSLB: 750184
Phone: 888-657-6527
775 Fiero Lane, Suite 200
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
775 Fiero Lane, Suite 200
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
REC Solar, Inc. specializes in grid-tied solar electric design and installation, offering the latest technology, state of the art equipment, and financing opportunities for all commercial and residential customers.
Credentials: California Solar Initiative
Additional Services: Solar Electric
Languages Spoken: English
Basic Qualified Advanced Qualified
Allen Associates
CSLB: 503300
Phone: 805-680-3544
201 N. Milpas St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
201 N. Milpas St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Allen Associates' Building Performance Specialists will help you create a comfortable, healthy, and energy efficient home. Using building science tools and techniques, we conduct a thorough inspection and evaluation of your home and all of its related systems. Once problems are identified, we will outline a plan of simple and cost effective solutions. As a fully accredited and licensed contractor, and a leading green builder on the California Central Coast, we will provide the best service to make your goals reality.
Credentials: BPI Accredited Company, BPI Certified Building Analyst, BPI Certified Envelope Professional, PG&E Energy Upgrade Contractor, SCE/SCG Energy Upgrade Contractor
Additional Services: Energy Assessment
Languages Spoken: English,Spanish
Solar Qualified
Sun Pacific Solar Electric, Inc.
CSLB: 860806
Phone: 805-965-9292
809 Bond Ave Suite B
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
809 Bond Ave Suite B
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Sun Pacific Solar Electric, Inc. ("SPSE") has over 35 years of electrical contracting experience and is a family owned Santa Barbara business. SPSE designs and installs high quality photovoltaic systems for Grid-tie, Off Grid and Back-up Power Systems for Residential, Commercial and Agricultural applications. When designing projects SPSE takes into account energy needs, solar access, architecture, building codes and guidelines. SPSE handles all permitting, rebate and utility paperwork. Our high workmanship, quality of standards, and customer satisfaction, have made us the Tri-Counties premier solar company . Our offices are located in Santa Barbara first commercial green building. We service any pre-existing solar system.
Credentials: Solarize SB, SunPower Premier Dealer, California Solar Initiative
Additional Services: Design, Sales, and Installation of Solar Electrical Systems (Photovoltaics), Electrical Repair
Languages Spoken: English and Spanish
Solar Qualified
Liberty Solar
We operate without pushy salesman so we can provide our customers with the best solar photovoltaic systems for the best prices and the best installation teams.
Additional Services: Solar hot water and space heating
Languages Spoken: English
Basic Qualified Advanced Qualified
Edmunds Sondors Construction
CSLB: 768267
Phone: 805-642-3521
6353 Ventura Blvd.#8
Ventura, California 93003
6353 Ventura Blvd.#8
Ventura, California 93003
Remodeling, kitchens & bathrooms, custom cabinets, staining, closets, counter tops, woodwork, flooring, doors & windows, painting, electric, plumbing, tile, drywall, insulation, indoor air quality, energy saving, green practices.
Credentials: BPI Certified Building Analyst, SCE/SCG Energy Upgrade Contractor
Additional Services: Energy Assesments
Languages Spoken: English, Russian, Latvian
