What is Base? How does it work?

Base protects homeowners from power outages and reduces their energy bills with a battery-powered home energy service.
When you switch to Base as your energy provider, you get a home battery for a fraction of the cost of other backup batteries or generators. The upfront cost is low because when the grid is up and running, the battery performs grid balancing: it charges when electricity is cheap and discharges when electricity is expensive. This allows the battery to pay for itself over time without the customer having to think about it. Savings are passed on to Base customers via lower monthly energy bills.
When the grid goes down, Base customers get exclusive access to the stored energy to protect their home from power outages. Base’s beta outage prediction technology protects customers from 97% of outages. As Base improves its prediction software and the battery network, backup duration and performance will improve over time.

Can I be a Base customer if I have solar?

Yes, Base serves customers with and without solar. Base’s batteries are easy to integrate with solar panels, and the integration does not affect your warranty or require any rewiring of your solar system.
Reasons why solar customers choose Base:
Your home remains powered during an outage.
Outage protection is extended because your solar panels can continue recharging your battery.
Base offers a competitive buyback program that can double the average value of your solar energy. You get credit for all of your solar overproduction (whether it goes into the battery or back to the grid) at a rate of real-time wholesale plus 3¢/kWh.
You can install a Base battery now and easily install solar panels later on as well.

Whole home battery backup in Texas

The most affordable whole-home battery backup solution, starting at $3,000.

Beta now available in select regions of Texas

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The backup of a generator for a fraction of the cost

Keep your power on when the grid goes down.

Power that lasts
The Base system packs up to 50 KWh of capacity—enough to power your home for up to 80 hours. That's a lot of power.
Just pay for install
Base only charges the cost of installation, starting at $3,000. Other generators and batteries can cost more than 5x that.
Always in your pocket
The Base Power mobile app makes it easy for you to see your battery health and relevant energy information.

Have questions? Let’s chat.

Our Energy Advisors are happy to provide you with a plan for how to best protect your home and lower power costs, fully customized to your home and preferences.

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Honestly was surprised at how easy and how quickly they installed it.... The batteries already have helped us keep on the power steadily from a storm last night so THANK YOU!
John, Arlington
“Power just went out on my street and the battery kicked right on. Sitting here watching the game like nothing happened...”
Jayson, Georgetown
“...love the comfort of having a backup battery that is much less costly than a generator. I recommend giving them a call!”
Carol, Round Rock
“What can be better than lower electric bills and a large storage battery to cover power outages. Super friendly staff and very professional. Their service is second to none.”
Brian, Pflugerville
“I thought it was too good to be true... Have been through two power outages so far and was able to continue life uninterrupted.”
Deborah, Round Rock
“The idea of saving money, having a backup system, and environmentally friendly were the top reasons I chose Base. It is quiet, efficient, and a great thing for our planet.”
Mitchell, Copperas Cove
“The fact that I can get a battery backup solution for the cost of installation and lower the cost of my electricity bill at the same time is pretty much a no brainer for me.”
Orlando, Round Rock
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Protection from ~97% of outages

The average power outage in Texas lasts 2.5 hours. Even with the standard Base battery and typical home power usage, Base battery holders are typically protected for at least 8 hours.

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Simple, transparent energy pricing

No gimmicks, no hidden fees - just straightforward, affordable power. Base plans average at $0.135 per kWh, with bills viewable anytime through our mobile app (iOS and Android). Set up autopay, track your usage, and manage your account all in one place.

Unlike other providers' 'free nights' schemes or confusing buy-back rates, Base keeps it simple with transparent pricing and consistent bills you can trust. Find our EFLs here.

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Get protected in weeks, not months

Unlike solar installations that can drag on, Base moves fast. Once you submit photos of your home, our team handles all permitting and paperwork. When approved, installation is typically completed in just one day—you'll only lose power for a few hours during setup.

Our Texas-based expert installers provide white-glove service, typically completing installation within 1-4 weeks of permit approval.

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Generators
Hardware Cost
$0
$10-15K
$5-10K
Installation Cost
$3000
$5000
$3-10K
Maintenance
Free
Base handles in days
3-6 month wait time
$200-300/yr
Noise
Nearly silent
Nearly silent
Loud
>77 dba
Time to Install
1-2 weeks
1-2 months
1-2 months
Auto Switch
< .5 seconds
~1 second
15-30 seconds before auto
Warranty
Life of battery
10 years
5 years
Typical Duration
(average TX household usage)
10-13 hours
5-8 hours
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Reduced Usage Duration
(fridge, freezer, and lights)
30-40 hours
12-18 hours
-
Solar Integration
Yes
Yes
No
Generator Integration
Yes
No
-
Energy (kWh)
25 kWh
10-13 kWh
-
Power (kW)
11.4 kW
11.4 kW
-
Other Batteries
Generators
Hardware Cost
$0
$10-15K
$5-10K
Installation Cost
$4500
$5000
$3-10K
Maintenance
Free
Base handles in days
3-6 month wait time
$200-300/yr
Noise
Nearly silent
Nearly silent
Loud
>77 dba
Time to Install
1-2 weeks
1-2 months
1-2 months
Auto Switch
< .5 seconds
~1 second
15-30 seconds before auto
Warranty
Life of battery
10 years
5 years
Typical Duration
(average TX household usage)
20-27 hours
5-8 hours
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Reduced Usage Duration
(fridge, freezer, and lights)
60-81 hours
12-18 hours
-
Solar Integration
Yes
Yes
No
Generator Integration
Yes
No
-
Energy (kWh)
50 kwh
10-13 kWh
-
Power (kW)
11.4 kw
11.4 kw
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What is Base? How does it work?

Base protects homeowners from power outages and reduces their energy bills with a battery-powered home energy service.
When you switch to Base as your energy provider, you get a home battery for a fraction of the cost of other backup batteries or generators. The upfront cost is low because when the grid is up and running, the battery performs grid balancing: it charges when electricity is cheap and discharges when electricity is expensive. This allows the battery to pay for itself over time without the customer having to think about it. Savings are passed on to Base customers via lower monthly energy bills.When the grid goes down, Base customers get exclusive access to the stored energy to protect their home from power outages. Base’s beta outage prediction technology protects customers from 97% of outages. As Base improves its prediction software and the battery network, backup duration and performance will improve over time.

Can I join Base if I have solar?

Yes, Base serves members with and without solar. Base’s batteries are easy to integrate with solar panels, and the integration does not affect your warranty or require any rewiring of your solar system.
Reasons why solar members choose Base:
Your home remains powered during an outage.Outage protection is extended because your solar panels can continue recharging your battery.Base offers a competitive buyback program that can double the average value of your solar energy. You get credit for all of your solar overproduction (whether it goes into the battery or back to the grid) at a rate of real-time wholesale plus 3¢/kWh.You can install a Base battery now and easily install solar panels later on as well.

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How is Base significantly less expensive than alternatives?

Base's innovative model allows homeowners to get all the benefits of backup without the high cost for the hardware.

When you switch to Base, you get a home battery for just the cost of installation, which is a fraction of the cost of other backup batteries or generators. We're able to do this because Base's solution allows us to get paid by the grid, rather than by homeowners. When the grid is up and running, the battery discharges energy when it is needed most. This allows the battery to pay for itself over time without the member having to think about it. Savings are passed on to Base members via the battery, low monthly energy bills, and zero service and maintenance costs.

When the grid goes down, the Base member gets exclusive access to the stored energy to protect their home from power outages. On average, the Base battery maintains a 93% state of charge. Base’s outage prediction technology fully protects customers from the vast majority of outages.

How much does Base cost? How much will I pay for energy?

Base has two key pricing components:

Upfront Fee: The Base battery is a 20-50 kWh backup system, one of the largest home systems on the market. Comparable backup systems, including installation, cost approximately $10K-30K. With Base, homeowners only pay a one-time installation fee. Base installation fee is typically $3K, but is dependent on zip code and battery size. Base offers 0% interest payment plans.

Monthly Energy Bills: As your energy provider, Base guarantees that its rates will always be below the market average consumption rates. Base’s rates energy charges are dependent on your address. If you have solar, Base offers competitive buyback for all of your overproduction (regardless of whether the solar energy goes into the battery or to the grid) at a rate of real-time wholesale plus 3 ¢/kWh. Send us a copy of your latest energy bill at team@basepowercompany.com, and Base will provide a cost comparison. See Base's latest plans and Electricity Facts Labels (EFLs) here.

Where is Base available?

Base operates in select deregulated regions of Texas where you can choose your energy provider, including areas served by the following Transmission and Distribution Utilities (TDUs): Oncor, CenterPoint, TNMP, AEP, and Lubbock Power and Light.

Enter your address to check your home’s eligibility and the timeline for installation.

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Is Base solar? Does it require solar?

No. Base is not solar and does not require solar. Base does work with homes that already have solar and you can always add solar after installing Base.

How long does the battery last during an outage?

Simply put, in a longer outage, if you reduce your usage to the fridge/freezer, lights, and a few hours of A/C per day, you’ll get around one day of backup with a single battery and up to 3+ days of backup with two batteries. If you stick to average power usage, it’ll be closer to ~12 hours with a single battery and ~24 hours with two. If you don’t reduce A/C, electric heaters, or any other power-hungry appliances, it could only provide a few hours of backup. Generation sources like solar or generators only help to extend the duration.

The backup duration of Base batteries depends on four main factors:

How much power you use: Higher usage shortens backup time, while reducing power usage extends it. This is the most impactful factor.
Battery charge when the outage starts: The backup duration is directly tied to how charged the batteries are.
How many batteries you have: This determines your total available energy. Most customers will get one battery (20-25 kWh), though some may qualify for two batteries (50 kWh).
Generation sources: Base batteries can integrate with solar panels and/or generators, increasing the duration in an outage.

Consider the following power usage scenarios:

Low usage (500 W): In more critical, longer-duration outages, most homes can reduce usage to ~300 W by running just the fridge and a few lights. For example, average power usage over 24 hours, with a baseline of fridge & freezer (150 W), lights (30 W), plus a few hours of A/C use (2 * 1500 W / 24 = ~125 W in a day), totals around 300 W of average usage.

Average usage (1.5 kW): The average Texas home uses ~1100 kWh per month. This equates to some A/C to maintain tolerable temperatures, along with typical lights, fridge, pool pump, washer/dryer, and other appliance usage.

High usage (8 kW): By running 1-2 A/C units on a hot July day or an electric heater on a cold winter day, you can pull 8+ kW continuously. This type of usage will quickly drain the battery. While most outages last only a few hours, and few occur during summer, it’s important to understand that batteries aren’t built large enough to sustainably run these types of loads.

Where can I see Base's EFLs?

You can review our EFLs on this link.

Can I talk to someone?

Certainly, you can email us at team@basepowercompany.com or call/text us at (512) 518-1009.

If you're a current member and need support, please reach out to our toll-free number (866) 479-7697.

What is Base? How does it work?

Base is a modern power company on a mission to make Texans’ power more reliable and affordable. Base customers save on their monthly electric bills and enjoy power without interruption through a battery-powered home energy service.

When you switch to Base as your energy provider, you get a battery for 1/10 of the cost of other backup batteries or generators. When the grid is up and running, the Base battery will improve grid stability, and when the grid goes down, Base will protect customers’ homes from power outages. Base customers gain access to reliable battery backup and bill stability, without the high upfront costs of traditional home batteries or needing to install solar.

How much does Base cost? How much will I pay for energy?

The upfront cost is a one-time fee of $3,000 to cover installation, which is 1/10 of the cost of other home batteries or generators on the market today.

To get your custom quote for energy, submit your information on the website. When it’s your turn to come off of the waitlist, Base will inform you of your personalized energy rate.

Where is Base available?

Base operates in deregulated areas of Texas where you can select your own provider, including regions serviced by the following Transmission and Distribution Utilities (TDUs): Oncor, Centerpoint, TNMP, AEP, and Lubbock Power and Light. Enter your address to check your home’s eligibility and the timeline for installation.

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What are the steps to switch to Base?

There are four steps in switching to Base:
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(1) a quick consultation to make sure your home qualifies for service
(2) enrollment in our retail electricity service and in our battery agreements
(3) a couple of signatures on permitting documents
(4) scheduling your battery install. Base will handle everything else

This process can take between 1-5 weeks from start to finish. You can read more about each of these steps in our guide.

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How long does the battery last during an outage? What types of electrical loads will be covered?  

With Base's Gen 1 technology, the average customer is fully protected from 97% of potential outages. As we improve our prediction software and battery network, outage coverage will improve over time.

In the event of an outage, Base notifies customers with their expected battery duration, tips to extend their coverage, and a timeline for grid power restoration.

Base offers home backup for critical appliances, like your fridge, lights, and outlets. The loads we cover depend on your subpanel, i.e. the breaker box often found in the garage. You can learn more by joining our waitlist - when Base becomes available, our team of engineers will conduct a site survey to tell you exactly what will be backed up.

What hardware does Base use? What’s its lifespan?

Base offers a 20kWh battery and 11kW inverter, one of the largest home backup systems on the market. Our batteries have longer duration and can backup more appliances in your home than almost any other home backup solution.

Base batteries are designed to last over 15 years and withstand extreme temperatures. Base owns the battery and will handle the warranty and any other maintenance on the system.

Can I be a Base customer if I have solar?

Yes, Base batteries can integrate with existing solar panels, enhancing the value and efficiency of your solar system in a more cost effective way than high cost alternatives. Solar installations are more complex and provide whole home back up.

Base's solar integration does not affect your warranty. We do not need to rewire your existing solar devices to install. Feel free to send your warranty to team@basepowercompany.com to confirm.

If you don’t have solar yet but would like both solar panels and a battery installed, Base expects to add this offering in the future. We recommend signing up so you are the first to know about availability.

What are Base's safety features?

Base's hardware is UL certified - the ‘gold standard’ of electrical systems safety for all home appliances. Our electricians are licensed, bonded, insured + certified. All electricians work under a Master Electrician.

Do I enter into any contracts with Base? What happens if I move or cancel?

Here’s a summary of the Base Agreements:
1) Base can access the battery when necessary, and handles maintenance & warranty. All applicable warranties from the installer and manufacturer are passed to you.
2) Base will be your energy provider for the life of the battery and will renew energy prices annually below the market average
3) If you move, you can transfer to the next homeowner at no cost to you or them
4) As Base is in Beta, back up energy should not be used for life critical devices and cannot be guaranteed
5) You can't steal or damage the battery without fees.

If you ever want to cancel with Base, you only have to pay for de-installation, which is $1,000. You don’t have to pay for de-installation if you move after 5 years, transfer to the next homeowner, or if the renewal price exceeds market average.

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What if I have a cancellation fee to switch to Base as my retail electric provider?

If your contract is up within the next 3 months, we’ll schedule your switch and installation to avoid triggering the early cancellation fee. If not, we’ll cover up to $250 of your early cancellation fee for switching. Please contact us to review your exact situation so we can help.

Can I talk to someone? 

Certainly, shoot us a text at 866-479-7697 and we’ll give you a call. 

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Switch to Base as your electricity provider to power your home with a free backup battery, professionally installed for $1,500.

Our Beta is now available in select regions of Texas.