Find the Waste, Fix the Bill
Commercial Energy Audit
Most commercial buildings waste 20-30% of their electricity without knowing it. We measure every circuit, identify the losses, and give you a prioritized upgrade plan ranked by payback period.
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Every kilowatt has a cost. We find where your money is going and which fixes will pay for themselves fastest.
Lighting Efficiency
Fluorescent, HID, or incandescent still running? We measure wattage per fixture, runtime, and compare against LED replacements with actual payback math.
HVAC Electrical Load
Motors, compressors, fan coils — we clamp-meter each unit, check runtime schedules, and flag units pulling more amps than nameplate.
Outlet & Plug Load
Copiers, break room appliances, space heaters, monitors on 24/7 — phantom loads add up fast. We measure and quantify the waste.
Power Quality
Power factor, harmonics, voltage imbalance — these waste energy and damage equipment. We measure with a power quality analyzer and recommend corrections.
Peak Demand Charges
Demand charges can be 30-50% of your commercial bill. We identify what spikes your peak and recommend load-shifting or staggering strategies.
Controls & Scheduling
Lights and HVAC running when nobody is there? Occupancy sensors, timers, and smart thermostats pay for themselves in months, not years.
How the Audit Works
From utility bill analysis to verified savings — without interrupting your business.
Utility Bill Review
Send us 12 months of PG&E bills. We analyze consumption patterns, demand charges, rate schedule, and identify anomalies before we visit.
On-Site Assessment
Licensed electrician walks the facility with clamp meter, power analyzer, and thermal imager. Every circuit, fixture, and motor gets measured.
Report & Recommendations
Detailed report with current consumption by category, prioritized upgrades ranked by payback period, and estimated annual savings per item.
Implementation
We execute the approved upgrades — LED retrofits, load management, scheduling optimization — and verify savings against baseline.
Why Fox for Energy Audits
Real Measurements, Not Guesses
Clamp meter on every circuit, power analyzer on the main, thermal imager on panels. We measure actual consumption — not estimate from nameplates.
Payback-Ranked Upgrades
Every recommendation comes with estimated cost, annual savings, and payback period. You pick what to do first based on numbers, not opinions.
PG&E Rebate Expertise
We know which PG&E programs apply to your facility, how to document for maximum rebates, and what state incentives stack on top.
We Implement Too
Not just a report that sits in a drawer. We execute the upgrades ourselves — LED retrofits, panel optimization, controls — and verify the savings.
132 Five-Star Reviews
5.0 rating on Google from 132 reviews across the Bay Area. We earn it on every job, not just the first one.
Licensed C-10 Contractor
CSLB #1145945. Fully insured and bonded. All electrical work permitted and inspected — not a consulting firm that hands you a PDF and walks away.
Energy Audit Questions
How quickly does an energy audit pay for itself?
Most clients recover the audit cost within 6-18 months through the savings we identify. The audit report includes payback calculations for every recommendation so you can prioritize by ROI.
Do I need to shut down my business during the audit?
No. We conduct the on-site assessment during normal business hours without interrupting operations. In fact, measuring under normal load gives us more accurate data.
Do you help with PG&E rebates and incentives?
Yes. We identify all applicable PG&E programs, state incentives, and local utility rebates for your facility. We also handle the paperwork for rebate applications.
Can you implement the recommendations yourselves?
Yes. After the audit, we can execute all electrical upgrades in-house — LED retrofits, panel optimization, load management, occupancy sensors, scheduling controls. One contractor, start to finish.
What does an energy audit cost?
Small commercial spaces (under 5,000 sq ft) typically $500-$1,000. Mid-size (5,000-20,000 sq ft) $1,000-$2,500. Larger facilities get custom pricing. Free estimates — call (650) 550-0719.
Is an energy audit worth it for a small office?
Often yes, especially if your building is 15+ years old or you're still on fluorescent lighting. Even a small office can save $200-500/month with the right upgrades. We'll tell you honestly if the savings don't justify the audit cost.
Get in Touch
Want to Cut Your Electric Bill?
Free estimate. Call (650) 550-0719 or request a quote online. We respond within 2 hours during business hours.
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