Solar u0026amp; Energy Backup

Home Battery Backup for Texas Homes

When the grid goes down in Texas, a home battery backup keeps your lights on, your refrigerator cold, and your essentials running. roofio designs and installs battery backup systems that store energy so your family stays comfortable and safe during outages, storms, and peak-rate hours. From the roofio down, we’ve got you covered, with one licensed team handling everything from design to final inspection, all backed by one warranty.

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Home battery backup system installed by roofio at a Martindale, Texas home

Why It Matters

Why Texas Homes Need Battery Backup

Texas weather is hard on the grid. Summer heat drives record demand, winter storms knock out power, and severe weather can leave neighborhoods dark for hours or even days. A battery backup system gives you a reliable store of power so your home keeps running when the grid fails.nnUnlike a portable power station, a properly installed home battery connects to your electrical panel through a transfer switch and turns on automatically the moment the power goes out. No cords, no noise, no scrambling in the dark.

What It Powers

What a Home Battery Backup Can Power

You decide what stays on. roofio sizes your system around the loads that matter most to you, whether that’s a few essential circuits or your whole home. Homeowners commonly back up:

  • Refrigerator and freezer
  • Lights and outlets
  • Internet and home security systems
  • Well pump and garage door
  • Medical equipment
  • Air conditioning and heating, with a larger system

We size for the surge that motors like AC units and well pumps draw at startup, not just the average draw, so everything starts and runs reliably on battery power.

Rooftop solar array on the same Martindale, Texas home that roofio equipped with battery backup

Solar + Storage

Battery Backup and Solar Work Better Together

A battery is a smart upgrade on its own, but it’s even more valuable paired with solar. During the day, your panels often make more power than your home uses. Instead of sending that extra energy back to the grid, a battery stores it so you can use it at night or during expensive peak hours. This is called self-consumption, and it helps you get more value from every panel while lowering how much energy you buy back from the utility.nnAlready have solar? Many systems are battery-ready, and roofio can confirm compatibility and add storage to your existing setup. Starting fresh? We design solar and battery together as one coordinated system.

SolarEdge inverter, Eaton disconnect and two LG battery storage units installed on an exterior brick wall by the roofio team in Manor, Texas

Equipment u0026amp; Installation

Trusted Battery Brands, Professional Installation

roofio is a FranklinWH Certified Installer and an LG Prime partner, and we work with leading battery systems including Tesla Powerwall and Enphase IQ batteries. Every system is installed by our own licensed team to manufacturer standards and local code.nnBecause roofio handles roofing, solar, and energy backup under one roof, your battery, panels, and roof all work together, and everything is covered by one warranty. No juggling multiple contractors, and no finger-pointing later.

Compare Your Options

Battery vs Generator: Which Is Right for You?

Both keep your home powered, but they work differently. For many Texas homeowners, a battery covers the most common outages cleanly and quietly, while some homes benefit from pairing a battery with a generator for longer events. roofio will walk you through both so you can choose what fits your home and budget, with no pressure and honest guidance.

Home Battery

Runs silently, needs very little upkeep, switches on instantly during an outage, and can store your solar energy for everyday use.

Standby Generator

Runs on natural gas or propane and can power a home through very long outages, as long as fuel is available.

Our Process

From Consultation to Final Inspection

We keep it simple. One team, one process, one warranty, from start to finish. Most installations are completed in about one to two days on site, and we handle the permitting for you.

  1. 1

    Free Evaluation

    A free, no-pressure evaluation where we learn how you use energy and what you want to protect.

  2. 2

    Custom System Design

    We design a customized system sized around the loads that matter most to you.

  3. 3

    Permits u0026amp; Utility Paperwork

    We handle the permits and the utility paperwork on your behalf.

  4. 4

    Installation

    Our licensed team installs everything to code, typically in about one to two days on site.

  5. 5

    Final Inspection

    We finish with a final inspection so your system is verified and ready to run.

Incentives

Incentives and Financing

Battery storage may qualify for federal, state, or utility incentives, and roofio will explain the programs that currently apply to your project in plain language, with no confusing fine print.nnWe also offer financing options so you can find a plan that fits your budget.

Common Questions

Battery Backup Questions, Answered

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Will a battery backup system work with my existing solar panels?

Usually, yes. Many solar systems are battery-ready. roofio will confirm your inverter is compatible and design the cleanest way to add storage. If your system isn’t battery-ready, we’ll lay out your options clearly.

How long does home battery installation take?

Most installations take about one to two days on site. Permitting timelines vary by city, but roofio handles the entire permit and utility process for you.

How long will a battery power my home?

It depends on your battery size and how much you’re running. We size your system around the loads you want to protect, so it’s built to carry you through the outages you’re most likely to face.

Is a home battery loud or hard to maintain?

No. A home battery runs quietly and needs very little upkeep, and roofio provides ongoing support if questions come up after installation.

Does Texas heat affect a home battery?

Batteries perform best within a normal temperature range, which is why we install them in a garage, utility space, or shaded location whenever possible to protect performance and your warranty.

Can a battery back up my whole home?

Yes. Depending on your energy use, roofio can design a system for whole-home backup or focus on the essential circuits that matter most to you.

Get Started

Keep Your Home Powered, No Matter What Texas Weather Brings

Get personalized backup-power options from one licensed team that handles everything.

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