With Fresno regularly hitting 105°F+ in summer, smart electrical upgrades aren't just a luxury — they're a serious energy-saving strategy that pays for itself fast. PG&E's time-of-use rates mean every hour you waste electricity during peak hours costs you more. Here are the 5 best smart home upgrades for Fresno homes, ranked by ROI.
Save 10–15% on cooling costs
A Nest or Ecobee smart thermostat learns your schedule and automatically adjusts cooling based on when you're home. In Fresno's 100°F+ summers, this is the single best ROI smart home upgrade. Most Fresno homeowners recover the cost in 6–12 months on PG&E bills.
Learn about Smart Thermostat Installation in FresnoIdentify what's burning your PG&E budget
A whole-home energy monitor like Sense shows you in real time which appliances are using the most power. Fresno summers are expensive — this helps you see if your old AC, water heater, or pool pump is responsible for your sky-high bills.
Learn about Energy Monitoring System in FresnoUp to 75% less energy than incandescent
Smart LED lighting systems let you schedule lights to turn off when you leave and dim automatically during Fresno's long summer evenings. Less wasted heat from bulbs also means your AC doesn't have to work as hard.
Learn about Smart Lighting Installation in FresnoShift loads to PG&E off-peak hours
With PG&E Time-of-Use rates, electricity costs 3x more during peak hours (4–9pm in summer). A whole-home energy management system automatically schedules your EV charging, water heater, and pool pump to run during cheap overnight hours.
Learn about Whole-Home Energy Management in FresnoFull control from anywhere
Integrate your thermostat, lights, security cameras, and EV charger into a single smart home hub. Control everything from your phone even when you're away from your Fresno home.
Learn about Home Automation System in FresnoPG&E Time-of-Use Rate Tip for Fresno Homeowners
PG&E's EV2-A and E-TOU-C rate plans charge significantly higher rates between 4pm and 9pm in summer months. A whole-home energy management system can automatically shift your EV charging, pool pump, and water heater to overnight hours — saving Fresno homeowners $50–$150/month in summer.
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