Solar panels paired with a hybrid battery — the system modern backup hardware is actually designed to be. Quiet through any storm. Lower bill every other day of the year. Engineered by a licensed Master Electrician. No dealer markup, no 25-year lease.
Generators still have their place — but for most Utah homes, a battery is the better answer. Here's why.
| Battery Backup | Standby Generator | |
|---|---|---|
| Switch-on time | Instant (20 ms) | 10-30 seconds |
| Noise | Silent | 60-75 dB (like a vacuum) |
| Fuel | None | Natural gas or propane |
| Maintenance | None | Oil, filters, weekly test-cycle |
| Daily use | Yes — peak-shaving, solar storage | No — emergency only |
| Runtime during outage | Hours to days (paired w/ solar: indefinite) | Indefinite (while fuel lasts) |
| Utility rebate | $2,000 Wattsmart (per battery) | None |
A battery fits most Utah homes. A generator still makes sense for long-duration outages in rural areas or for homes running large loads (well pumps, multiple HVAC zones). We install both — we'll recommend honestly.
Batteries and balance-of-system components selected for your home — not dictated by a single manufacturer's dealer program.
We install multiple battery brands so you get the right unit for your budget, performance needs, and backup duration. Every battery below has LiFePO4 or similar safe chemistry and 10-year warranties standard.
13.5 kWh, 11.5 kW peak. Seamless whole-home backup with integrated solar inverter option.
15 kWh, 10 kW continuous. Whole-home backup with strong generator integration.
14.3 kWh, LiFePO4. Exceptional value for critical-loads backup.
5-180 kWh modular. Consumer-friendly design with app control.
6-90 kWh stackable. Flexible partial-home backup.
Utah-based manufacturer. LiFePO4 with strong local support.
The battery alone isn't backup — you also need the hardware that makes the switch automatic and routes power to the right circuits.
Two different approaches to backup. We'll run the numbers for your home and tell you which one makes sense.
Best for: most Utah homes that want reliable backup without spending on unused capacity.
Best for: homes with medical needs, home offices, or owners who want full lifestyle continuity.
Estimates are for standard residential installs in Utah County and Salt Lake County. Actual cost depends on panel condition, brand selection, and distance from panel to battery location.
Rocky Mountain Power pays you $2,000 flat per battery when you enroll. In exchange, RMP can draw stored energy from your battery during peak grid demand events. You keep full backup capability — they never touch critical loads or drain you below your backup reserve.
A straightforward process with no pressure and no surprises. You deal directly with the electrician doing the work.
We talk through what you want backed up, how long you want it to run, and whether solar is in the picture. No sales script — just an honest call.
We review your actual usage from recent bills, check your electrical panel's condition and capacity, and map your critical circuits.
Based on your goals and panel condition, we recommend the right battery count, size, and brand. You see the numbers — no hidden margins.
System is designed to NEC 2023 with electrical diagrams, load calcs, and panel schedules. We file permits and the Wattsmart enrollment.
Typical installs take 1-2 days. We mount the battery, install the ATS or critical loads panel, run all wiring, and integrate with your existing electrical system.
City inspector signs off. We power the system on, simulate an outage test, configure the app, and walk you through everything. You're done.
Real answers to the questions we hear most. If yours isn't here, call or text (385) 283-7904.
It depends on battery size and what you're running. A single 13.5 kWh battery typically powers critical loads (fridge, lights, internet, furnace blower) for 18-36 hours. Two batteries can carry a whole home with AC for roughly 8-14 hours. Pair batteries with solar and runtime can extend indefinitely as long as the sun keeps charging them during the day.
Whole-home backup powers everything in your house, including AC and heat pumps, and typically needs 2+ batteries. Critical-loads backup uses a separate sub-panel wired only to essentials (fridge, internet, lights, furnace blower, medical equipment) and can run on a single battery. Critical-loads is usually 40-50% cheaper. We'll walk you through which fits your home and budget.
Effectively, yes. Modern residential batteries (Tesla Powerwall 3, EG4 FlexBoss, Sol-Ark hybrids) ship with an MPPT solar inverter built into the unit. Installing a battery without solar means paying for expensive inverter hardware that will sit unused — and losing the daily bill reduction that makes the battery economics work. Every battery install I do is paired with solar. If you genuinely don't want solar, a standby generator is the honest recommendation for backup. With solar included, you still qualify for the $2,000 Wattsmart rebate per battery from Rocky Mountain Power.
Rocky Mountain Power's average outage time in Utah is roughly 2-4 hours per customer per year, but specific areas can see 12+ hours during winter storms or summer heat events. Areas east of I-15, foothills neighborhoods, and anywhere with overhead lines tend to see more. Most of our backup customers live in homes where the grid went down once too many times and they wanted to never think about it again.
Yes. Batteries are silent in operation. Generators produce 60-75 dB at 20 feet (loud as a vacuum cleaner). If your HOA restricts generator noise, if you have close neighbors, or if you simply don't want to hear a generator running all night, a battery is the right answer. Batteries also need no fuel deliveries, no oil changes, no weekly test-cycling.
Single-battery critical-loads backup: roughly $14,000-$18,000 installed. Two-battery whole-home backup: roughly $22,000-$32,000 installed. Pricing depends on brand, size, electrical panel condition, and whether a critical loads sub-panel is needed. The $2,000/battery Wattsmart rebate comes off the top.
Yes. We design battery-first installs with solar-readiness in mind. When you're ready to add panels, the battery and inverter you already own will integrate cleanly — no ripping out the backup system.
The federal residential ITC expired December 31, 2025. Standalone battery storage no longer qualifies for a federal credit. The $2,000 Wattsmart rebate from Rocky Mountain Power is still active and is the best available incentive for battery backup in Utah.
No salespeople. No pressure. Just a licensed Master Electrician giving you a straight answer on what backup will cost and how long it'll run your home.
