Solar Water Heater Bundle Scams: The $7,400 Sizing Trap
Solar installers are bundling undersized heat pump water heaters to make their PV math look better, leaving Bay Area homeowners with cold showers and massive repair bills. Discover how to spot the ‘First Hour Rating’ scam before you sign.
Unpermitted ADU Water Heater Code Trap: The $6,500 San Mateo Mistake
Think your garage conversion is up to code? We inspected 50 San Mateo ADUs and found a recurring $6,500 water heater trap that voids insurance and triggers mandatory $10k electrification upgrades.
Water Heater Short Cycling: Why We Refused a $9,000 Job
We walked away from a $9,000 payday in San Mateo to save a homeowner from a 36-month equipment failure. Discover the hidden dangers of oversized water heaters and short-cycling in luxury condos.