Even though the price of a home battery backup can rival a major renovation, the vast majority of people who buy them seem satisfied with the decision.
In a recent survey, over nine in 10 homeowners who had purchased a backup battery said they would do it again. Nearly seven in 10 said that the battery system had exceeded their expectations, according to ZDNet.
What's happening?
A survey out of the independent research firm Habitelligence found that 91% of home battery owners said they would make the same purchase again, and 71% reported that their batteries performed better than expected.
The result is surprising considering how frequently many people regret big-ticket purchases. And comprehensive battery backup setups can cost thousands, or even tens of thousands of dollars.
Yet, the benefits of these systems are similarly massive. According to the Habitelligence survey, nearly four in five of the respondents noted that their energy bills had gone down due to the battery system. A similar fraction also said that they never had to deal with a power outage that was long enough to go through their backup power stored in the batteries.
Why does it matter?
Battery storage offers a mix of practical benefits. It can reduce energy costs, keep a home powered during outages, and move a household closer to going off-grid.
For many people, the value is not just in the meaningfully lower bills, but also in knowing key appliances and devices can stay on when the grid goes down.
For households in areas with frequent blackouts or high peak-time pricing, batteries can provide both savings and peace of mind. It's why their popularity is quickly rising across the country.
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What can I do?
Some homeowners save several hundred dollars per year without having to constantly manage their own energy use. In addition, certain utility programs pay customers for access to stored electricity during periods of high demand.
If you're considering adding battery storage, exploring EnergySage's free tools can help you compare home battery storage options and get competitive installation estimates. EnergySage has also teamed up with the electrification brand Qmerit to guarantee you get the best price on home battery storage solutions.
Another option is Pila, which offers smaller-scale battery backup choices. Its plug-and-play batteries are priced at a fraction of what a whole-home backup system would cost and can be installed in just minutes.
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