HIGH-EFFICIENCY CLOTHES WASHER CREDIT PROGRAM

Funding for this program is limited. Applications will be processed on a first-come first-serve basis. The high-efficiency clothes washer credit amount shall be the actual purchase price not to exceed $100.00 per appliance. The credit amount shall be applied to the San Lorenzo Valley Water District water bill for actual site being retrofitted. The credit does not apply to installation charges.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

  • Credit may be given for the purchase of a qualified single-load, high-efficiency clothes washer. Purchase and installation of the high-efficiency clothes washer must occur on or after April 1, 2003. Credit will not be issued retroactively for washing machines purchased prior to April 1, 2003.
  • Washing machines must be new and must meet the Consortium for Energy Efficiency specifications for resource efficiency.
  • Credit will be given only to the San Lorenzo Valley Water District's customer of record.
  • An original, dated purchase receipt must be provided.
  • A representative of San Lorenzo Valley Water District must be permitted to inspect the property to verify installation. The applicant's failure to permit such inspection shall obligate the applicant to repay the amount of credit received from the District.
  • San Lorenzo Valley Water District does not endorse, recommend, or make any representations as to specific brands, products, contractors, or dealers; nor does it guarantee materials or workmanship; acceptance of such is customer responsibility.
  • Prior to purchasing your high-efficiency washing machine, contact the District to reserve your credit and have an application sent to you. A credit application is only guaranteed for thirty (30) calendar days from the time the application is dated. Applications are generated and processed on a first-come, first-serve basis until allocated funds are exhausted. You must reserve your credit application in order to guarantee qualification for this program.
  • A separate application is required for each high-efficiency washing machine purchased.
  • Complete and return your application and attach the original purchase receipt. Return to San Lorenzo Valley Water District for processing (Remittance address is located on the front of this application).
  • The maximum lifetime credit for the combined High-Efficiency Clothes Washer and Ultra Low Flow Toilet Programs is $400.00 per account.
  • Allow thirty (30) calendar days from the date of inspection for processing of your credit. The credit will appear on a subsequent water bill.

This is a program to provide financial assistance to San Lorenzo Valley Water District customers wishing to install high-efficiency clothes washers in their home or place of business. Installation of the washer is the sole responsibility of the applicant, as is determination of the adequacy and compatibility of their existing plumbing system. San Lorenzo Valley Water District assumes no responsibility or liability for any damage that may occur to an applicant's property as a result of participation in the High-Efficiency Clothes Washer Credit Program. Due to circumstances beyond it's control, the District cannot guarantee that installation of high-efficiency clothes washers will result in lower utility costs.