Just this week, PG&E requested an 8% rate hike—what its CEO calls “the lowest in years.” But for customers already facing high monthly bills, it’s more bad news in a long string of increases.
In fact, utility analysts are projecting that California electric bills could reach $784/month this summer, especially for those using air conditioning during peak demand.
This latest PG&E rate increase in 2025 highlights a larger trend, not just a one-off event.
If your electric bill is $600/month today, and PG&E rates keep rising 8–10% per year (as they have for the past decade), that bill could double—or worse. At a 15% increase per year, you’d be looking at nearly $2,400/month within 10 years.
This is why many homeowners are asking the same question: How can I lower my PG&E bill without sacrificing comfort or safety?
We’re exploring a new collaboration with AetherPower, a company that provides solar systems and home battery backup for California homes. We’ve personally vetted their process and spoken with customers who are seeing clear benefits.
We’re rolling it out gradually—just a few homes at a time—to make sure it lives up to our standards. But early results are encouraging.
If you’ve been curious about solar for your Santa Rosa home or wondering whether solar battery backup is worth it, now’s a good time to take a look.
We’re happy to run a custom analysis of your usage and show you a side-by-side comparison: current PG&E trajectory vs. potential solar savings.
No pressure. Just honest information from someone you’ve already trusted with your home.
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George Moskoff
APG Electric Co.
Serving Santa Rosa and Sonoma County since 2010
