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Though solar power brings countless benefits, power outages can still affect your home. Installing a solar energy backup system will provide the vital energy you need to keep your essential appliances running, come rain or shine. Our solar battery storage systems will also reduce electricity costs and eliminate the need for gas-guzzling generators for a cleaner, greener home.
Top brands include the Tesla Powerwall 3, the Panasonic EverVolt, the FranklinWH, and the Enphase IQ5p batteries – our consultants can speak to the advantages of each option for your specific needs. . Solar batteries collect excess electricity during the brightest hours of the day, so you can use it during an outage or while sunlight is limited. The solar battery system will then power your appliances automatically when an outage occurs.
Our solar power experts evaluate your current usage to determine the best solar backup system to meet your home’s energy requirements. With a selection of batteries and microinverters from top brands, the resources to provide prompt services, and premium aftercare, you can trust 8MSolar to manage your entire solar backup project from start to electrifying finish.
If you’d like to power your home with just the flip of a switch if an outage or other crisis comes your way, then absolutely. But electricity during outages isn’t the only reason a backup solar energy system is a must-have. Here are other benefits of installing a solar battery storage system in your North Carolina home.
Our solar power experts will walk you through the pros and cons of each system to help you select the best solar battery fit for your needs and budget.
We keep sizing, energy requirements, and electrical design in mind when implementing solar battery storage and backup solutions. Here are some details to consider for designing your solar battery backup system:
Depending on your preference, you can choose either an AC coupled or DC coupled system. Our solar power experts will walk you through the differences between AC and DC to help you choose the best fit for your needs.
You’ll need different current capacities for each specific load your battery is powering. We can help you determine what your constant power and peak power needs are so you’re fully prepared for using your backup system.
Days of autonomy (how many days your battery can power your loads without support) play a part in the size of the battery you’ll need. We will guide you through determining the number of days of autonomy and the size of solar battery you need to accommodate.
Yes, through a “net-metering” process, you can send any unused solar power back to your local utility company in exchange for credits that offset your monthly utility bill. At the end of the month, you’ll get charged the ‘net’ difference between the amount of energy you consume and the power you send to the grid.
Almost all large utilities, including Duke Energy, offer net metering. Some smaller co-ops might not have systems in place. Schedule a consultation, and we can find your local net metering policies for you.
Your solar battery will typically last between five and fifteen years, depending on the battery type and model.
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