Power When You Need It
Store surplus solar power, use it when your home needs it, and keep selected essential appliances running during a power cut. We design the backup arrangement around your electrical system and daily use.
Energy You Can Count On
Your stored electricity can cover evening cooking, washing and charging without drawing from the grid at those times. We size the battery around solar generation and household pattern, so usable capacity matches how the home runs.
If the grid fails, suitable changeover equipment keeps agreed circuits supplied. We explain which appliances remain available, so backup power works predictably rather than leaving you guessing.
A battery that fits the home
Older wiring, limited space or an off-grid setup can affect the design, so we check the existing electrical system before recommending equipment.
Clearer control of stored energy
When your battery charges and discharges is easy to understand, so you can see how stored solar is supporting the home.
The right circuits for backup
Your essential appliances need a clear arrangement during an outage, so we agree the protected circuits before installation.
Less reliance on the grid
Surplus solar remains available for later use instead of being lost, giving you more control over when electricity comes from the grid.
A properly connected system
Your battery is connected around the home's electrical protection, so the backup arrangement works safely with the rest of the installation.
Export-ready paperwork
MCS-certified installation gives you the certification needed to apply for the Smart Export Guarantee when your system exports electricity.
A Home That Uses More of Its Own Energy
Without a battery, surplus solar power leaves the home when generation exceeds demand, while evening use comes from the grid. Storage keeps more of that generation available for later.
Controls make energy use easier to follow. We set them up and explain the readings, so you can see when the battery is charging, supplying the house or drawing from the grid. Daily decisions become clearer without changing how you use appliances.
Your consumer unit, cable routes and available space affect the cost of adding storage. We assess them before quoting, then separate the equipment, electrical work and backup provision. You can judge the likely value for your home without guesswork or surprise charges.
From Battery Idea to Dependable Backup
A power cut when the battery is nearly empty raises a practical concern. We explain the backup reserve and its trade-off: holding charge for an outage leaves less available for daily use. You can choose settings around what matters most, rather than accept a generic recommendation.
If the home has critical equipment, we consider its demand and starting load before finalising the arrangement. Refrigeration, heating controls and communications equipment behave differently from ordinary lighting. We set clear limits, including what the backup cannot support, so unsuitable appliances are not connected.
That process avoids paying for capacity that cannot be used safely. It also prevents a small home battery from being treated like an off-grid battery system. You finish with a clear operating plan, realistic expectations and storage chosen for the property, not a headline capacity.
What Dependable Backup Looks Like
Backup That Fits an Older Home
Older homes often have limited wall space and electrical equipment added over several years. We inspect the existing installation before choosing the battery position and backup equipment. If the consumer unit or cabling needs attention, we explain that before work begins. The finished arrangement is safe, labelled and accessible for future maintenance.
Making More of Your Solar Power
If your solar panels regularly produce more electricity than the home uses, a battery can store that surplus for later. We look at generation, household demand and the times you use power before recommending a storage size. That gives you a clearer view of what the battery can contribute, rather than paying for capacity the home rarely needs.
Keeping Essential Circuits Running
A backup system does not need to power every appliance in the house. We can plan selected circuits around the equipment that matters most, such as refrigeration, heating controls and communications. The changeover arrangement and circuit limits are explained clearly, so everyone knows what stays on during a power cut and what must remain disconnected.
Tested Before We Leave
A battery backup system needs more than a neat installation. We test the changeover operation, confirm the agreed circuits and check that the controls respond as expected. You receive the relevant commissioning information and a clear explanation of what to do if the system reports a fault.
A Record You Can Use Later
Future maintenance is easier when the equipment and settings are properly recorded. We label the installation, provide the available paperwork and explain the settings that affect everyday use and outage reserve. MCS certification also supports the relevant export arrangements where the wider solar and battery installation qualifies.
Solar Battery Backup Questions Answered
Will a solar battery provide backup power during a power cut?
A battery can support selected circuits during an outage, but not necessarily the whole house. We assess demand, starting loads and wiring before confirming which appliances it can safely run.
What does a solar battery backup system cost to install?
Installation costs depend on battery capacity, backup circuits, cable routes and any consumer-unit work. We survey the property, then provide a written quotation covering equipment, labour and commissioning before installation begins.
Can a solar battery be added to an existing solar PV system?
An existing system may need a compatible inverter or an AC-coupled battery. We check its equipment, generation history and wiring, then confirm whether storage and backup can be added safely.
Does a solar battery backup system need regular maintenance?
Routine maintenance is usually limited to visual checks, software updates and reviewing performance data. We explain warning signs and can inspect it if faults, abnormal noise or reduced capacity appear.
How long can a solar battery provide backup power?
Backup duration depends on battery capacity, household demand and its reserve setting. We model typical loads, then explain the expected runtime and what changes when heating or cooking is included.