Generators: backup power to the rescue Your life is full of disruptions. Your home’s power shouldn’t be one of them, but outages are an unfortunate reality in California, especially as utilities use public safety power shutoffs to manage wildfire season – a trend projected to last for years. Whether a full outage or a rolling…

SCE customers will pay more for electricity as of October 1st. Again. If you feel stuck with your utility bill – don’t! Read on to see how Baker Electric Home Energy can help. SCE Rate Increase starts October 2021

The Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics recognizes companies that display integrity and ethics above and beyond and in all aspects of their business. We are proud to announce we are the winner of the 2021 BBB Torch Award for EThics. We are proud that we have been selected as the 2021 winner and…

Quite a bit goes into making HVAC systems work. But it doesn’t have to be confusing. Let’s see what’s inside. How do HVAC systems work? In What is an HVAC system? we explored different types of systems. But how do they actually control your home’s temperature? Let’s talk about it.  First, a quick refresher on…

Understanding Net Energy Metering Net energy metering (NEM) is a program that credits a solar customer’s electric bill for surplus energy they send back to the grid. It’s available to all solar customers of California’s three major utilities – Pacific Gas and Electric Co., San Diego Gas & Electric Co., and Southern California Edison.  Today, NEM…

Baker now installs Tesla solar panels and if you know Baker Electric Home Energy, you know we stand for quality. Both in service and products because we believe they’re equally key to your energy success. That’s why we offer only the most trusted brand names in the business. And today we’re excited to announce we…

Finding out how much money solar energy can save you has never been easier than with our Solar Savings Calculator. In fact, with only a few details, our solar system calculator can quickly estimate how many panels you need, how much your system might cost, and how much you could save. Finding out how our…

Buy and install Tesla solar panels Here are the Tesla Solar Panel installation basics, if you like the sleek look of a Tesla solar panel but want the expertise of a SoCal trusted installer, you’ve come to the right place. Baker Electric Home Energy has everything you need for an innovative, customized Tesla Solar System….

HVAC systems keep you comfy through all seasons. But that’s not all. See what else they do and learn which system is best for your home. What is an HVAC system? In What Does HVAC Mean? we covered the ABCs of HVAC: heating, ventilation and air conditioning. If you’ve read it, you know HVAC systems…

It’s a word you’ve heard and probably said, but what exactly does it mean? Learn the ABCs of HVAC here. What does HVAC mean? HVAC — one of those acronyms most folks generally understand, but if you ask for a definition, you may get as many variations as people you talk to. Why? Well to…

The life of your HVAC system will depend on several factors, many of which you can control. Here are a few guidelines to keep your system humming for a long time. How long do HVAC systems last? Most HVAC systems have a lifespan of about 12–15 years. As a system nears its end, it runs…