What Happens During a Power Outage?

During a power outage, a standard grid-tied solar power system without energy storage will also be affected, and it will not provide electricity to your home. This is because grid-tied systems are designed to shut down for safety reasons when the grid goes down. This measure ensures that power from your solar panels doesn’t feed back into the grid, which could pose a danger to utility workers trying to repair the grid.

If you are interested in having power during outages, you might consider incorporating an energy storage system, such as batteries, into your solar setup. This allows you to store excess energy generated during sunny periods and use it when the grid is down.

To get prepared for an estimate with 30a.solar or any other solar provider considering power outage resilience, consider the following information:

1. Energy Consumption Data: Understand your average monthly and yearly energy consumption in kilowatt-hours (kWh). This helps determine the size of the solar system needed to meet your specific energy needs, including potential energy storage requirements.
2. Solar System Size: Provide details about the size of the solar system you are interested in installing. A system designed for energy resilience during outages might require additional considerations.
3. Energy Storage: If you want power during outages, discuss your interest in incorporating an energy storage system, such as batteries, into your solar setup. This will impact the overall system design and cost.
4. Backup Power Needs: Consider the essential appliances or systems you would like to power during an outage. This information helps determine the capacity and configuration of the energy storage system.
5. Local Regulations: Be aware of any local regulations or utility policies regarding the use of backup power systems and grid interaction during outages.
6. Budget and Financing: Determine your budget for the solar installation, including any additional costs associated with energy storage for backup power.

By providing this information, you can work with 30a.solar to get an estimate that considers power outage resilience through energy storage solutions. Keep in mind that backup power systems add complexity and cost to the overall solar installation, so consulting with a solar professional is recommended to design a system that meets your specific needs.