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City of Lompoc rebates are now available online!

Apply Online by Clicking Here

Need assistance with a form or an application?

Call 805-875-8018 or email rebate@esgroupllc.com

Important Utility Rate Information!

In general, Lompoc electric rates are 34.6% lower than other local utilities.

Lompoc residents using 370 kWh are charged $100 per month. Using competitor rates that same bill would be $152. Our residents save on average $52 per month. That’s $632 a year back in your pocket compared to PG&E, 3CE and SCE customers.

Residential Electric Rate Comparision Chart

Utility Rate Information

Read your bill monthly. If your water use is gradually increasing, you may have a leak.

How to Find a Water Leak

Using space-heaters may greatly impact your utility bill! If you see an increase in your energy use during the winter months, check to see if an electric space-heater is being used.

Common Causes of High Electric Bills

Water-Wasting

The City of Lompoc has had No Water Wasting Restrictions since January 16, 1990 in order to help conserve water. City Council made changes to the restrictions on September 5, 2017. Please review the current restrictions below.

Notice: Mandatory Water-Wasting Restrictions are in effect. Please report water-wasting activities at 805-875-8297.

No Water Wasting Restrictions

Utility Bill Assistance

Electric Rate Assistance: The City of Lompoc offers a monthly rate assistance credit of up to $18.00 for low-income electric utility customers. Applicants must provide a copy of their current government-issued ID and current proof of income for all household members 18 years of age and older.

Apply for Electric Rate Assistance Online Here!

Electric Rate Assistance Application - Printable

Please note: Mobile home residents of the City of Lompoc are eligible for rate assistance. Applicants will need to complete an Electric Rate Assistance Application and provide a copy of their most recent utility bill. If you are a mobile home customer and do not have an account with the City, please submit you last mobile home rent statement.

Residential Medical Discount Program: This program is available to residents who have qualifying medical conditions. To see if you are eligible, please download the application or call 805-875-8258 to request an application by mail.

Residential Medical Discount Program Application

Additional Assistance Organizations

Catholic Charities: You may be eligible for utility payment assistance. Contact 805-736-6226 for more information.

CommUnifySB: You may qualify for home energy upgrades and/or utility payment assistance if you meet certain criteria. Please visit their website for more information or call 805-617-2897.

Family Services Agency: You may be eligible for utility payment assistance. Contact 805-735-4376 for more information.

Southern California Gas Company: The Gas Company provides bill assistance for customers with a gas account. Click here for more information.

GoGreen Energy Efficiency Financing

Administered by the State of California, GoGreen Home partners with private lenders to help California homeowners and tenants finance up to 100% of the cost of their energy efficiency upgrades.

Click the link below to find a participating lender near you and get started on your home energy upgrade.

GoGreen Home Financing

Rebates

Do you want to help save energy, water, and receive a rebate?

The City of Lompoc offers rebates to help you reduce energy and water use in your home when you purchase ENERGY STAR and WATERSENSE qualified appliances.

For more information about these programs, call 805-875-8018 or send us an e-mail at rebate@esgroupllc.com. Please provide your name, mailing address, and telephone number to request more information.

Please note: All residential rebates are credited to the utility account associated with the applicant. Mobile home residents are eligible to apply for residential rebates.

City of Lompoc rebates are now available online!

Apply Online by Clicking Here

Energy-Saving Rebates

Residential HVAC Rebate Application

Residential Equipment Rebate Application

Clothes Washer Replacement
Freezer Replacement Rebate
Refrigerator Replacement Rebate
Refrigerator/Freezer Recycling Rebate
Refrigerator/Freezer Rebate
Dishwashers
Variable-Speed Pool Pump

Residential Lighting Rebate Application

LED Light Bulb Replacement
LED Holiday Lights
Ceiling Fans
Smart Power Strips

Water-Saving Rebates

Water Conservation Rebate Application

High performance Low-Flush Toilets
Rain Barrels
Automatic Irrigation Controllers

Landscape Rebate: Want to save water outdoors? Replace grass with a drought tolerant landscape that requires less water and you may receive a rebate of up to $2,000. Application

Water Leak Detection and Repair Rebate: The Water Leak Detection and Repair Rebate was created to help customers offset the cost of locating and repairing water leaks. For information about this program, please contact 805-875-8018. Maximum rebate available is $1,000. Application

Important! Provide the leak rebate application to your plumber or licensed contractor prior to beginning leak detection or repair work to ensure all requirements are met. Water leak detection and repair projects may require city building permits.

Commercial Rebates

Commercial & Industrial Lighting Rebate: Call 805-875-8018 for more information. Application

Commercial Business Improvement Rebate: Call 805-875-8018 for more information. Application

Commercial Product Rebate: Call 805-875-8018 for more information. Application

Commercial & Industrial Custom Project Rebate: Any energy efficient retrofit not listed here may qualify for a custom project rebate. An inspection of the existing equipment is required. Please contact 805-875-8018 for more information. Application

Shutting off your Water Service at the Meter

During normal business hours (7:00AM - 5:00PM Monday - Friday):

The City of Lompoc Water Department provides free meter turn-off services for customers to make repairs or check for leaks on the customer's property. Call 805-736-1617 for inquiries.

After normal business hours and on weekends/holidays:

If you need a water meter turned off after normal business hours for an emergency repair, contact the Lompoc Police Dispatch at 805-875-8115 or 805-875-8116 and the on-call Water Department employee will respond. Utility customers will be charged a standard call-out fee of $35.00 on their next utility bill for turn-off services outside of normal business hours.

To restore water services after repair, a time may be verbally arranged with the on-call Water Department employee. There are no additional charges to restore water services during normal business hours.

Property owners, tenants and plumbing contractors may be charged for any damages inflicted upon City of Lompoc water meters and/or service piping by improperly shutting off the meter. Turning off the water meter should be done in emergency situations only. Costs for damaged meters and piping could range up to $1,500.

Community Programs

LED Light Bulb Replacement Program

City of Lompoc Electric Utility Customers may exchange old, inefficient Compact Fluorescent Lamp (CFL), Incandescent, and Halogen light bulbs for new Energy-Star certified Light Emitting Diode (LED) screw-in bulbs.

Customers may exchange bulbs at City Hall - 100 Civic Center Pl., Lompoc, CA - between the hours of 9am and 5pm. Please call (805) 875-8252 for more information.

Limits: 10 bulbs per residential account/25 bulbs per commercial account. Application

Free Aerators and Showerheads

WaterSense certified low-flow faucet aerators and showerheads are available at no cost to utility customers.

Customers may pick-up items at City Hall - 100 Civic Center Pl., Lompoc, CA - between the hours of 9am and 5pm. Please call (805) 875-8252 for more information.

Limit: 2 aerators & 2 showerheads per utility account. Application

Refrigerator Replacement Program

The City will help electric customers who qualify for the Electric Rate Assistance Program purchase a new ENERGY STAR qualified refrigerator from a participating appliance dealer. Please note: each year a limited number of $840 vouchers are available to those who qualify.

Call 805-875-8252 for more information on these programs.

Solar (PV) Installation Information

Can I install a PV (solar) system in the City of Lompoc utility service area?

Yes. For all solar questions and inquiries, please contact Jennifer Main at 805-875-8222 or j_main@ci.lompoc.ca.us.

For more information about installing a solar system, please click here.

Ways to Save - Conservation Tips and How-To's

How can I learn more about finding a water leak?

Please visit the following websites for helpful information on how to find a leak:

How can I learn more about saving water?

Conservation staff is available to answer questions that you may have about ways to save water in your home or business. The City also offers rebates to help you save water. Call us at 805-875-8252 for more information.

Water Saving Tips and How-To's:

How can I learn more about saving energy?

Conservation staff is available to answer questions that you may have about ways to save energy in your home or business. The City offers rebates to help you replace older, inefficient appliances and lighting with new Energy-Star labeled products. Call us at 805-875-8252 for more information.