Heating & Air Conditioning in Los Gatos, CA

Do I need a Town of Los Gatos permit to replace my HVAC or water heater?

Yes. The Town’s Building Permit Applications page lists HVAC replacement in the same location and water heater replacement of the same type and location as permits handled through its online system for residential parcels. Moving a water heater or switching to a tankless model is different: the Town asks for a drawing with that plumbing permit. Upgrade Home Services files whichever permit your job needs and takes care of HERS testing on new systems. HERS testing is a third-party check on items like duct sealing and airflow, required on many new systems.

Who is the electricity provider in Los Gatos?

Los Gatos homes get their power from Silicon Valley Clean Energy, a public agency serving the town and its neighbors. PG&E carries that power to your home and sends the bill. As of November 2026, the SVCE home rebates page lists rebates for heat pump HVAC replacing a gas furnace or electric heater, and for heat pump water heaters. Applications need to be in before installation. You may qualify; call us and we’ll check what applies to your home.

Have you worked near Los Gatos?

We have, in nearby Campbell and San Jose. In Campbell we did a one-sided wall heater replacement, putting in a new Williams unit where an old one had worn out. In San Jose, a full HVAC upgrade replaced an aging system with a heat pump. Both are typical of the work we do for Los Gatos homes.

What do Los Gatos homeowners ask us?

• Can you replace an old wall heater? Yes. We swap wall heaters, and we can also talk through whether a ductless heat pump would serve the room better.
• Can I switch to a tankless water heater? Yes. Because the Town needs a drawing for a tankless switch, we prepare it with the permit.
• Do you handle the Town’s online permit? Yes. We submit it and schedule the inspection.
• What should I check before a repair visit? Look at the filter, the thermostat batteries and the breaker. Each is a quick, safe check.

Which services do Los Gatos homes need most?

Service	Good for
Heating repair	Furnaces and wall heaters that won’t light, cycle or blow warm air
Water heater replacement	Tank, tankless or heat pump models
Heat pumps	One system for heating and cooling
AC tune-up	Getting ready for summer, $135 per visit

Our full lists live under cooling, heating, water heaters and indoor air quality.

Who will come out to my Los Gatos home?

A technician from Upgrade Home Services, a family-owned company founded in 2002. We’re based at 743 Ames Ave in Milpitas and licensed by the California Contractors State License Board under #1066776. Los Gatos is one of the 22 cities in our service area, spread over Santa Clara, San Mateo and southern Alameda counties. We work on all major brands, including Amana, Payne and Goodman.