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One of the most important questions that homeowners and business owners ask is: "will I have power in a blackout?"
This inquiry is even more pressing now than in years past due to the widespread increase in severe weather events such as hurricanes, tornados, floods and fires, combined with the fact that the country's aging utility grid infrastructure was not designed to handle such enormous and constant demand. Research by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) has found that the U.S. experiences more blackouts lasting more than one hour than any other developed nation — and the frequency and duration has steadily climbed over the last decade.
Ultimately, this means that we can no longer exclusively rely on the power company to always "keep the lights on." Rolling brownouts and frequent blackouts are the norm, not the exception — especially in South Florida. Understandably, this is causing homeowners to be concerned about the safety of their family and the security of their property and assets, while it also causes business owners to worry about the costs they must absorb when operations are interrupted for hours or days — as was the case for approximately 60,000 FPL customers in September 2017 who were without power for a 11 days in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma.
The good news is that homeowners and business owners can be proactive by installing a photovoltaic (PV) solar electric system with a solar battery backup system.
A photovoltaic solar electric system generates power for home or business use, and excess energy is sold back to the utility grid. During an outage (i.e. when the utility grid is unavailable for any reason), the backup inverter switches on and powers a critical load subpanel, which in turn provides power to essential appliances and equipment, such as lights, phones, computers, well pumps, and so on. When the utility grid resumes operation, the solar battery backup system switches off, and essentially hands back control to the primary photovoltaic solar electric system.
Solar energy is one of the most reliable, cost-effective and safest ways to power your home. However, unless you have a solar battery backup system in place, then you are vulnerable to outages that occur outside of peak sunlight hours. With a solar battery backup system in place, you can rest assured knowing that you will remain powered during the night and on cloudy days.
This can be particularly beneficial if you live in an area prone to extreme weather events, as solar batteries will continue to provide energy even when the grid is shut down. Additionally, a solar battery backup system provides you with access to stored energy during peak demand times when electricity costs are high.
With a solar battery backup system installed, you can save money and ensure that your home is always powered! If you would like to save yourself in the event your power goes out then click here to contact the team at Solar by Harriman's.
Solar battery backups offer several distinct advantages over traditional energy sources. For one, solar batteries are extremely reliable and can continue to provide power even when the grid is down or in an area with unreliable electricity supply. Also, they allow you to store excess energy gathered during peak times so that you can use it later on when costs are lower. Lastly, solar batteries provide an extra layer of security in case of extreme weather events or outages. In addition to these benefits, solar battery backups also help reduce your carbon footprint and can improve the resale value of your home.
People who will particularly find solar backups useful are those living off the grid. If you are living off the grid, then a solar battery backup system is an absolute must. Not only will it provide you with reliable energy sources all year round-even in extreme weather conditions-but it will also allow you to store energy during peak times so that you can use it later on when costs are lower.
Additionally, solar batteries are easy to install. Whether you are looking to power a single home or an entire village, a solar battery can provide you with the reliable source that you need. When it comes to living off the grid, having a dependable energy source is essential – and solar battery backups are an excellent option for doing just that. With a solar battery backup system, you will be able to ensure your home or village has access to power even when the sun isn’t shining, giving you peace of mind and access to energy when you need it.
If you are looking for a reliable energy source for living off the grid, then contact our team at Solar by Harriman's today to learn more about how we can help you install a solar battery backup system. You can click here or call our number at 1-866-777-9276 to get all set up.
One of the most important features of a backup battery system is that everything happens automatically. Switching from the photovoltaic solar electric system during an outage and switching back after grid power is restored is fully automated. There is nothing for homeowners or business owners to do, or to worry about.
For those living on the grid, net metering is an important aspect of solar battery backup systems. Net metering allows you to receive credits for the excess energy produced by your solar battery system that you are sending back into the grid. This helps offset the cost of your electricity bill, making it easier and more affordable to power your home with solar energy.
While some think it would not make sense to have a solar battery backup with net metering, it makes complete sense in some people's situations when the energy to cost ratio is efficient.
The Harrimans team recently had the privilege of helping one of their customers become the first ever solar powered fly in bed and breakfast in Sarasota. The state-of-the-art 22Kw system that was installed, which powers both the B&B and airplane hangar, is comprised of:
For Mr. Carter, the owner of the True Fly In B&B, a reliable battery backup system was a top priority given that power outages are common in rural areas east of Sarasota. Furthermore, thanks to recent breakthroughs in lithium ion technology, Mr. Carter and his team can expect more than a decade of battery life.
TTo learn more about the advantages and benefits of installing a photovoltaic (PV) solar electric system with a solar battery backup system, contact Harrimans today. Your consultation with us is free, and remember: unlike some other companies, we are a 100% all-inclusive contactor. From roof measurements, design, engineering, permitting, installation and final inspection, our experts handle everything without using sub-contractors. This allows us to provide our customers with exceptional value, total quality, unbeatable service, rapid responsiveness, and full accountability — every step of the way!
