Water Conservation
Aerator replacements, low-flow showerheads, shut-off valves, auto-diverting tub spouts. Same turnkey rebate-funded model.
About Planet Optima
The Operational Layer Between Utility Programs And Your Building.
A decade of running rebate programs across SoCal, from 10-unit walk-ups to 2,000+ unit institutional complexes.
500,000+
Fixtures Replaced Across SoCal
15+ Years
Serving SoCal Multifamily
50/Day
Installations Per Crew Per Day
Who We Are
Planet Optima is Southern California’s turnkey utility rebate implementation partner for multifamily building owners and property managers.
We sit between Southern California’s utilities and the buildings that qualify for the upgrades those utilities fund. LADWP, MWD and the programs they pay for are open to most multifamily owners, and we make sure yours actually claims them.
We are not a plumbing company. Not an energy company. We are the operational layer between utility rebate programs and your building, handling eligibility, paperwork, procurement, scheduling, installation, and rebate processing across water conservation, energy efficiency, and EV charging.
Our flagship program, LADWP-funded toilet replacement rebate program, is how 500,000+ fixtures have been upgraded across Southern California over the past 15+ years. Zero cost to the building owner. The process is entirely handled by our team.
Our Model
Utilities Fund The Work. We Run It From Application To Rebate.
Utilities across Southern California pay for building upgrades at zero or near-zero cost to the owner, and that covers new fixtures, new equipment and new infrastructure. The programs exist. The funding is real. But navigating eligibility, paperwork, procurement, scheduling, and compliance across dozens of properties is where most owners stall.
That’s the job Planet Optima was built for.
We handle the utility side and the building side. Every step, application, approval, installation, removal, post-inspection, rebate processing, is run by our team. You never touch the paperwork. You never pay out of pocket.
Turnkey. Zero capital outlay. Done at the scale of every multifamily building across Southern California.
Our Programs
One Turnkey Model. Every Utility Rebate Program.
Toilet replacement is our flagship. It’s also how we built the scale, compliance infrastructure, and utility relationships that power everything else we do.
Flagship Program
LADWP-Funded Toilet Replacement, Zero Cost to You
LADWP covers 100% of fixture and installation costs for multifamily buildings with 5 or more units. We replace old 1.6+ gallon-per-flush toilets with WaterSense-certified, MaP-tested 0.9 GPF models, and handle the entire process from application to installation to old fixture removal.
With LADWP sewer rates approved to double by 2028, every month a building operates with old toilets is a month of overpaying on both water and sewer charges.
| Building Size | Est. Annual Savings | Est. Property Value Added (5% Cap Rate) |
|---|---|---|
| 20 units | $5,000/year | $100,000 |
| 50 units | $12,500/year | $250,000 |
| 100 units | $25,000/year | $500,000 |
| 200 units | $50,000/year | $1,000,000 |
Beyond Toilets: The Full Range of Rebate Programs We Implement
The same turnkey model, applied to every utility rebate program available to your building.
Energy Efficiency
LED lighting retrofits, water heater upgrades, recirculation pumps, smart thermostats, pipe insulation, facilitated through utility rebate programs.
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rebate-facilitated EV charging for multifamily properties through Optima EVCS. Amenity upgrades without the CapEx.
Our Work
Projects At Every Scale
From student housing turnover windows to multi-thousand-unit institutional retrofits, here’s a snapshot of what turnkey implementation looks like in the field.
Notable Project
Warner Center Complex
2,107 toilets replaced in a large multifamily community in the San Fernando Valley. Planet Optima completed the full-property retrofit without displacing a single resident.
Building type: Large multifamily
Notable Project
Downtown LA Student Housing
1,844 toilets replaced in a student living complex with tight turnover windows. Crews finished every unit during a single summer break.
Building type: Student living
How We Work
From First Call to Finished Project
Every program we run follows the same five-step rhythm. Our team handles every detail, you stay focused on your building.
1. Building Assessment
We verify eligibility, unit count, fixture type, utility account status, in a single conversation plus a brief on-site walkthrough. You learn immediately which programs your building qualifies for.
2. Utility Approval
We submit the rebate application, LADWP, MWD, SCE, or the relevant program, on your behalf and handle all documentation. Approval typically lands within 5 business days.
3. Scheduling
We coordinate installation dates around your tenants’ schedules. Advance notice is delivered to every unit in English and Spanish. We adapt to your property management team’s workflow.
4. Installation
Licensed crews install up to 50 fixtures per day, roughly 20 minutes per unit. A 100-unit toilet project is typically complete in 1–2 days with minimal tenant disruption.
5. Completion & Rebate Processing
Old fixtures removed and hauled away. Post-inspection completed. Rebate processed directly through the utility. Savings start showing up on your next billing cycle.
Licensed & Local
Licensed, Insured, Operating Daily Across Southern California
Headquartered in Artesia. Crews in the field across the City of Los Angeles and surrounding communities every business day. Direct phone access, not a call center.
| CSLB License | #1042932 |
|---|---|
| Office | 17306 Roseton Ave, Artesia, CA 90701 |
| Hours | Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Service Area | City of Los Angeles and surrounding SoCal communities |
Does Your Building Qualify?
Each utility program has its own rules. After 500,000 fixtures we know what actually decides it, and it comes down to these four.
- A Southern California multifamily or commercial property Most multifamily programs start at 5 units. Portfolios are checked property by property.
- An active utility account Water, gas or electric. The customer of record on the bill is who the rebate pays.
- Fixtures or systems on an older standard Toilets, aerators, lighting, water heaters and boilers all have funded replacements. EV charging and solar are funded as additions.
- An owner or manager who can authorize the work One signature is the whole ask. Planet Optima files everything after that.
What Our Clients Say
“Working with Planet Optima is like a breath of fresh air! Professional and thorough, the team has navigated multiple large scale and complex projects for HDS with ease. Timely communication and a true professional partner. I recommend highly and will be partnering with them again without hesitation!”
Steve Christman
Sales Manager, HD Supply
“Once I completed the walk with Planet Optima I felt at ease and confident this project would be handled professionally. They did a complete and thorough job, were very attentive to all the residents, and kept their area clean and neat throughout the project.”
Kerwyn
Decron Properties
“Planet Optima made the entire process seamless. From the initial assessment to the final installation, they handled everything professionally and on schedule. Our tenants experienced minimal disruption, and the savings on our water bill were immediate.”
Conor O.
MDT Properties
Find out which rebates your building qualifies for
Send us your building details. We’ll review them and contact you about the programs your property may qualify for.
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