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Backup Power Systems

Staying connected during power outages is more than convenience—it’s a necessity. Take control of your home’s safety and comfort by exploring our comprehensive whole home backup power section. By learning about the various backup power options available, you can select the ideal solution for your needs and budget, and ensure you’re always prepared for the unexpected.

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  • Grid Hybrid Solar– Whole House Battery Backup– Puget Sound Energy’s Flex Battery Program– How Much Does a Backup Battery System Cost?– And more!

Backup Power Systems – Like Insurance, But Better

When the power goes out, your first thought is likely wondering how long before it gets fixed. Since electricity powers virtually every aspect of our lives, disruptions caused by severe weather, grid issues, or scheduled maintenance can create significant challenges and potential hazards. That’s why making sure you have continuous power has become more important than ever to keep your home safe, comfortable, and functional.

This is where home backup power systems come into play. These systems provide an alternative source of electricity when your utility lets you down, ensuring your essential devices continue to run during outages. Whether you live in an area prone to disasters or just want protection against unexpected blackouts, understanding home backup power options is important for every homeowner.

In this section of our website, we provide information on things like home backup power system types, sizing considerations, costs, installation and maintenance requirements, and safety concerns, so you can have a solid understanding of how to ensure uninterrupted power in your home.

Lower Your Electric Bill with Whole House Batteries

And whole home backup power isn’t just blackout protection—it’s scalable energy independence. Discover how to future-proof your home against utility rate increases, and peak pricing and time of use rate structures with backup power, and slash your electricity bills.

We’re Energy Storage Experts

Keep your home safe and comfortable by exploring backup power options. If you’re ready to take the next step, consult with Fire Mountain Solar today to find the ideal solution for your home.

For over 25 years, Fire Mountain Solar has specialized in solar and energy storage solutions for homeowners. If you’re in Washington, we offer full service installations. Not in Washington or prefer a more hands on approach? We offer custom DIY solar products and services to help you or your local contractor install your energy storage system right.

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Backup Power System Knowledge Base

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Preparing for an Outage – Kohler Automatic Gas Generators

Getting a Kohler automatic gas generator before a power outage happens prevents unexpected problems and insures your home stays cozy when emergencies strike.

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How Many Home Batteries Do I Need?

Learn how your energy use, outage duration goals and whether you have solar or a generator for recharging help determine how many home batteries you need.

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Comparing the Cost of Grid Tie vs Grid Hybrid Solar

Considering the cost of energy storage requires a different mindset than when assessing the price of solar power only.

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Backup Power Solutions

Backup power is like insurance: when you need it you’ll be glad you have it. And there are plenty of options to keep you comfortable even when the grid is out.

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PSE Flex Batteries Rebate Program

You may be eligible to receive up to $10,000 towards the upfront cost of your battery in addition to $1,000 per battery, plus up to $500 per year!

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Best Batteries for Emergency Backup Power

Lithium battery fires in cell phones and planes have been in the news in recent years. Can lithium batteries be used safely for off grid or backup power?

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Essential Loads in a Nutshell

Emergency backup power systems are independent sources of electrical power that support your essential loads when grid power is down.But what exactly is an essential load?

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Home Backup Battery FAQ

Want to learn more about home battery backup? Read FMS’s home backup battery FAQ that includes the most commonly asked questions regarding batteries.

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AC Coupling: Adding Batteries to a Grid Tie Solar System

You already have solar but want power during a utility outage. Now what? AC coupling allows you to keep your existing solar system and add energy storage.

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Solar that Keeps the Lights On: Grid Hybrid Solar

Grid hybrid solar is the best of all worlds. It saves you money when your utility power is on, and gives you emergency power when grid power is out.

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