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Electrification for Landlords

Upgrading your property to all-electric, energy-efficient appliances is a smart investment that benefits you, your tenants, and the environment. Beyond reducing utility costs and maintenance issues, electrification creates a healthier living space and demonstrates your commitment to sustainability.

Getting Started

  • Learn about electricity basics and gather relevant information about your current setup, so you can understand what’s possible.
  • Do your properties have appliances nearing the end of their life? Plan now to replace them rather than waiting for them to fail. Conversion from gas to electric appliances may require electrical work, rather than just a drop-in replacement. Delays can mean no heat, AC, or hot water for your tenants.

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Electrification Audit Utilities Included Solar Panels and Battery Storage EV Charging Planned Replacements

Electrification Audit

BayREN offers no-cost technical assistance to apartment owners to identify the best opportunities for your property, whether replacing old appliances or installing solar and storage and EV charging. They can also help you find rebates and financing. 

Utilities Included

Consider taking over payment of your tenants’ utility bills in exchange for a comparable rent increase. Then when you invest in solar and efficient electric appliances to cut those bills, you benefit from the savings.

Solar Panels and Battery Storage

Installing solar panels is a great way to go green and increase the value of your building. Solar works even better if you pair it with battery storage, which provides backup energy if there’s a power outage. Check if you are eligible for tax credits or incentives, like the statewide SOMAH program for muti-family buildings with low-income tenants, and read our guide for installing solar. The system will last decades with little maintenance, payback is attractive, and many incentives are available. 

EV Charging

Install electric car chargers in your parking lot or garage and secure parking for e-bikes. The tenants pay for the electricity, and you can offer a nice amenity to attract and retain tenants. Even Level 1 chargers (i.e. a standard grounded 120V wall outlet) can provide enough electricity to power a resident’s 40-mile daily commute by charging overnight. 

Planned Replacements

If your properties have appliances nearing the end of their life, plan now to replace them rather than waiting for them to fail. Conversion from gas to electric appliances may require electrical work, rather than just a drop-in replacement. Delays can mean no heat, AC, or hot water for your tenants.

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