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Backup + Energy

Get home backup with energy for up to 95% less than a traditional generator.

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Nikki & Mike at home in Pflugerville, Texas

“In 2021, we lost power for almost three and a half days. Our mindset after that was to ensure that our family is safe and we can keep the power on.”

Nikki & Mike · Pflugerville, TX

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“I don't even know if we've even had any kind of outage, because I've never lost power since I've had [Base] installed.”

Carla C. · Pflugerville, TX

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“I was ready to go and get the biggest, loudest generator I could possibly find. Then I found Base.”

Bob A. · Waxahachie, TX

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“It feels like I'm getting a deal. I'm not only paying the same price for electricity, but I'm also getting a backup battery.”

Maria P. · Cypress, TX

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“Anyone who may be skeptical, I would say put those worries aside. [Base] is not too good to be true. It is just too good.”

Jason B. · Arlington, TX

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“A month and a half ago, my neighbors lost power for seven hours...and I didn't even know. Base had already kicked in.”

Matt M. · Saginaw, TX

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“In 2021, we lost power for almost three and a half days. Our mindset after that was to ensure that our family is safe and we can keep the power on.”

Nikki & Mike · Pflugerville, TX

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“I don't even know if we've even had any kind of outage, because I've never lost power since I've had [Base] installed.”

Carla C. · Pflugerville, TX

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“I was ready to go and get the biggest, loudest generator I could possibly find. Then I found Base.”

Bob A. · Waxahachie, TX

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“It feels like I'm getting a deal. I'm not only paying the same price for electricity, but I'm also getting a backup battery.”

Maria P. · Cypress, TX

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A smarter way to power your home.

Simple, fixed, low-cost energy — with whole-home backup available.

Oncor

Energy + Backup

Energy

14.3¢/kWh

Backup battery

$695

One-time installation

$19/mo

Monthly membership fee

~13.8% avg. savings vs. market rates

Reliable backup for essential home needs
Battery installed for 95% less than traditional
Loved by thousands of Texans

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Plan overview

Get up to 25 hours of backup with reduced energy consumption
95% cheaper than similar backup solutions
Lifetime maintenance covered — for less than $1/day, Base monitors and maintains the battery.

Price details

Installation fee: $695
Membership fee: $19/month
All-in energy rate: 14.3¢/kWh

Rate includes 8¢/kWh + delivery fees

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Energy + Backup

Fixed-rate energy plus backup for $13,000 is $695

Fixed, low electricity rates. Guaranteed.
An all-in rate around 14.3¢/kWh in Oncor territory — 8¢/kWh energy charge plus delivery — locked in now and at renewal.
A 40 kWh whole-home backup battery
Up to 36 hours of backup with reduced consumption, installed for $695 instead of ~$13,000.
Backup that kicks in automatically
When the grid goes down, your battery takes over instantly. Most members don't even notice.
We earn from the grid, not you
Your battery helps balance the grid during peak demand, which is how we keep your rates low.

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Select your utility provider to view plans and pricing available in your area.

How it works

We earn from the grid, so you don't overpay.

Cut costs on good days. Stay on through bad ones.

When the grid is up and running.

Base earns from the grid, not you. During demand spikes, your battery sends power out — lowering rates and keeping energy balanced.

Energy

You're probably overpaying for energy.

If you have the power to choose your energy provider, see how much you can save if you switch to Base.

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Homeowners across Texas's biggest metros stay protected with Base.

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Trusted by thousands of Texans

4.9 stars

“39% savings by switching to Base Power. I've been a loyal Reliant customer for 30 years. No more. I was paying $0.22/kWh, including $0.075/kWh in Centerpoint fees. Now I'm with Base. Transparent, all-inclusive pricing, easy 2-minute switch.”

Michael O.

“I have been with Green Mountain for years and realized my rate had been slowly going up and that I had been overpaying. I found that Base was also doing 100% renewable energy, and am thrilled that they are now saving me 40% on my electricity bill.”

David C.

“Base Power — the modern power company — lives up to the name. Affordable and reliable power!”

Willem L.

“The best decision I ever made choosing Base Power.”

Tom W.

“Easy transition to using Base Power. Awesome team to work with and would highly recommend.”

Nan L.

“Brilliant concept as well as execution. Bravo!”

Vic D.

“Cool company! They do what they say!”

Scott R.

“Well organized and helpful team to help reduce your energy bills with an uninterrupted power.”

V J.

Michael O.

David C.

“Base Power — the modern power company — lives up to the name. Affordable and reliable power!”

Willem L.

“The best decision I ever made choosing Base Power.”

Tom W.

“Easy transition to using Base Power. Awesome team to work with and would highly recommend.”

Nan L.

“Brilliant concept as well as execution. Bravo!”

Vic D.

“Cool company! They do what they say!”

Scott R.

“Well organized and helpful team to help reduce your energy bills with an uninterrupted power.”

V J.

Michael O.

David C.

“Base Power — the modern power company — lives up to the name. Affordable and reliable power!”

Willem L.

“The best decision I ever made choosing Base Power.”

Tom W.

“Easy transition to using Base Power. Awesome team to work with and would highly recommend.”

Nan L.

“Brilliant concept as well as execution. Bravo!”

Vic D.

“Cool company! They do what they say!”

Scott R.

“Well organized and helpful team to help reduce your energy bills with an uninterrupted power.”

V J.

Strengthen your home's energy system

Base backs you up when the grid is down — and saves you money when it's up.

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Pair Base with your existing solar to store what you generate and keep your home powered when the grid goes down — no extra hardware required.

How Base batteries work with solar

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Plug a 240V portable generator into your Base system to recharge the battery and keep your home running through extended outages.

How Base batteries work with portable generators

Switching to Base is easy

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We're happy to answer all your questions

Base is your energy provider and backup power provider in one. We install a large battery (from 25 kWh to 50 kWh) at your home for a low upfront cost. You get power from us at competitive rates because our batteries help balance the grid — charging when demand is low and discharging when the grid needs support. When the power goes out, your battery automatically kicks in to keep your home running. Our current system protects against 97% of outages.

To get with Base, you pay a $50 refundable deposit upfront. This deposit applies toward your one-time installation cost once your battery is installed.

Installation costs

Installation fee: $695 or $995 (varies by zip code and plan)
Your $50 deposit will be credited toward this fee

Ongoing costs

Membership fee: $19/mo or $29/mo, depending on your plan

Monthly energy bills

Energy rate: 8¢/kWh plus your utility's transmission and delivery fees
If you have solar panels, Base buys back any excess energy you produce at 4¢/kWh

You can see Base's latest plans and Electricity Facts Labels (EFLs) here. Use our bill comparison tool to see how much you could save with Base.

Base offers a significantly less expensive backup battery solution compared to alternatives due to the unique shared business model: Base earns income from the power grid instead of homeowners. This business model allows you to get energy backup without paying tens of thousands of dollars for a traditional generator. An expensive solar system and solar battery also requires a massive upfront investment which often can take longer than the lifespan of the system to pay back. With Base, you pay just a one-time installation cost that pays the team of electricians to install the battery on your home. Base offers fair, fixed rates and reliable backup power. Since revenue comes from the grid, not customers, Base avoids hidden fees and surprise rate hikes. Your agreement also legally guarantees your rates stay below the market average.

Your rights in a Texas HOA

Under Texas Property Code §202.010, homeowners in HOAs have the right to install "Solar Energy Devices" (as defined in Tax Code §171.107), which includes batteries like Base. Your HOA may regulate the location and appearance of the installation under its aesthetic guidelines. Because each HOA has its own review and approval process, we strongly encourage you to contact your HOA before scheduling installation to avoid delays, required changes, or potential violations.

Permits & location

Base manages all permitting creation, submission, and inspection with local cities and utilities. Hardware is installed near the electric meter along an exterior wall. No changes are made to the roof or front face of the home.

Specs

50 kWh double ground-mounted
25 kWh single ground-mounted
20 kWh single wall-mounted

Safety & certification

Hardware is certified to UL standards: the 'gold standard' of electrical system safety. This means it has gone through a rigorous set of safety tests prior to being built, plus each individual system is tested prior to installation. Our electricians are licensed, bonded, and insured. All electricians work under a Master Electrician. Our batteries use Lithium Iron Phosphate technology, which is far safer than other batteries by design, including being much safer than the batteries in most EVs, phones, and laptops. Base batteries have active fire suppressants built into them. If the battery detects a fault, airbags of fire suppressant pop inside the battery, significantly reducing the likelihood of a fire spreading if one were to start.

Yes! Base has a strong referral program. Base members are essential for spreading the word about Base and getting more neighborhoods involved.

Existing members can send friends, family, neighbors, or strangers their personal referral link, which you can access in your Base account.

Refer a friend and you both will receive a free month of power (up to $250) when their battery is installed. For members with solar, we swap the free month for a $150 bill credit — because lower bills shouldn't mean a small reward.

Base operates differently from traditional power companies. Instead of profiting directly from customers, Base earns revenue by using grid-balancing software paired with outage prediction technology. This approach optimizes the Base battery for both grid stability and outage protection. When the grid is functioning, Base uses its batteries to support grid balancing. This strengthens the grid's resilience and generates income for Base. By leveraging its network of batteries for grid balancing, Base maintains low rates for members while remaining profitable.

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