Chapter 5: Solar Storage Solutions
Imagine this: The power goes out in your neighborhood—but your lights stay on. Your fridge is running, your phone is charging, and your family barely notices. That’s the peace of mind a solar battery brings.
While solar panels generate energy during the day, solar batteries allow you to store that power and use it when it matters most—after sunset, during outages, or when electricity prices spike.
In this lesson, we’ll break down what solar batteries are, how they work, and whether they’re the right fit for you. No pressure, no upsells—just honest education so you can make the best decision for your home.
IN THIS LESSON
What Is a Solar Battery?
A solar battery is an energy storage device that holds the extra power your panels produce during the day. Instead of sending that excess electricity back to the grid, you store it for later.
It’s like having your own personal energy reserve—quiet, clean, and ready when you need it most.
How It Works (Made Simple)
Your solar panels produce electricity when the sun is shining
That power is used by your home in real time
Any extra energy charges the battery instead of going to the grid
You draw from the battery later—at night, during blackouts, or when grid rates spike
Store the Sun: A Clear Guide to Solar Battery Storage
Why Homeowners Add Batteries
Is a Battery Right for Everyone?
Energy Independence
Use more of your own power and rely less on the grid
Backup Power
Keep essential devices running during blackouts—no noisy generators
Peak Rate Protection
Avoid high electricity rates with “time-of-use” plans by using stored energy when costs are highest
Deeper Sustainability
Use more of your solar energy—even after the sun sets.
Honestly? No. And that’s okay.
A battery may be a great fit if you...
Live in an area with frequent power outages
Have time-of-use utility billing
Want greater control over your home’s energy flow
It may not be worth it if you...
Already offset most of your bill with net metering
Rarely lose power and have flat utility rates
Want the fastest possible payback period (batteries add cost)
At SolarShip, we’d rather help you say no to a battery than sell you something that doesn’t make financial or functional sense.
Quick Glance
Battery Types
We’ll cover this in detail in the next lessons, but here’s a quick overview
Lithium-Ion (Most Common)
Compact, long lifespan, efficient
Brands: Tesla Powerwall, Enphase IQ, SolarEdge
Lead-Acid (Traditional)
Lower cost, shorter lifespan, larger footprint
Often used in off-grid or hybrid setups
Lithium Iron Phosphate
Heavier than Lithium Ion, save benefits as lithium ion but safer and with more robust functionality.
Brand: Franklinwh
Hybrid Systems
Solar + Battery + Grid for full control and flexibility
Key Takeaway:
Solar batteries give you more than energy—they give you freedom, security, and peace of mind. But they’re not for everyone. This chapter will help you decide based on your home, lifestyle, and goals.
You deserve the full picture—not just the pitch.
Curious if a Battery Can Really Save You Money—Or Just Hype?
We’ll walk you through the numbers, show you the real use cases, and help you make a no-pressure, fully informed decision.
➡️ Request your free battery fit analysis from the SolarShip team today.