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Solar Battery Storage: Is It Worth It?

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How Do Solar Batteries Work?

Solar batteries harness the extra energy that your solar panels produce and store it for later so that you can use it at night. Solar panels often receive the most amount of energy in the middle of the day, which is also when you’re using them the least if you’re at work and don’t have any lights turned on.

With a solar battery system, you can save this energy for later and use it throughout the night.

The Benefits of Solar Power Storage

Solar energy has great benefits for the environment and your wallet. Not only is solar power one of the cleanest courses of energy, but it can save you a significant amount of money on your electricity bill every month. Additionally, with a solar battery, you don’t have to worry about grid-wide power outages since you are running on a battery.

How Much Do Solar Batteries Cost?
The cost of a solar battery depends on a variety of factors. Depending on the size of the battery, it can cost anywhere from a few thousand dollars to upwards of ten thousand dollars. Then, you also have to pay for installation as well as the installation of solar panels to provide a means by which to harness the energy that is then stored in the solar battery. The size of the battery you need depends on the size of your home. Especially if you live in sunny SoCal, some of the energy you use can be directly powered by your solar panels during the day. A small home might be able to get away with a tiny battery, while a larger home might need a medium or large sized battery to power them through the night. The bigger the battery, the more solar power it can store.
What If I Already Have Solar Panels?

If you have already installed solar panels, you’re in luck! You will be able to pay much less than someone who needs to install both solar panels and a solar battery. This will save you a significant amount of money. If you’re on the fence about installing a solar panel and battery system - also known as a hybrid system - you can always start with solar panels and decide to add on a solar battery storage system later.

What If I Already Have Solar Panels?

Depending on where you live, your energy company might provide incentives for installing solar power, and your local, stage, and federal government might also provide tac credits for installing solar panels and solar battery systems. It's always a good idea to look into these incentives to see how much you might be able to save.

Are Solar Batteries Worth It?

Whether the upfront cost of solar batteries is worth it is up to you. If you live in a hot, sunny climate where you are able to use solar panels for energy during the day and a solar battery to power you through the night, solar energy might be right for you. However, if you live in a cloudy climate, solar energy might not be worth the upfront investment.