Home Battery Guides UK 2025
Store solar energy, save money, and power your home during outages
Home batteries let you store excess solar energy to use when the sun isn't shining. Combined with smart tariffs, they can significantly reduce your electricity bills and provide backup power during outages. With 0% VAT on batteries installed alongside solar, now is a great time to invest.
Battery Guides
Battery Quick Facts
£3,000-£12,000
Typical Cost
For 5-13kWh capacity, installed
10-15 Years
Warranty Period
Most manufacturers guarantee 70-80% capacity
£300-£600
Annual Savings
Additional savings on top of solar
Why Add a Battery?
Maximise Solar Savings
- ✓Self-consumption: Use more of your solar energy
- ✓Time-of-use tariffs: Charge cheap, use during peak
- ✓Export optimisation: Export when rates are highest
- ✓Grid independence: Reduce reliance on expensive grid power
Backup Power & Peace of Mind
- ✓Power cuts: Keep essential appliances running
- ✓EV charging: Charge your car with stored solar
- ✓Smart home: Integrate with home automation
- ✓Future-proof: Ready for smart grid services
Popular Battery Brands
Tesla Powerwall
13.5kWh, integrated inverter, sleek design
GivEnergy
UK brand, modular, excellent app
myenergi libbi
Works with Zappi EV charger
Sunsynk
Hybrid inverter + battery
Find Battery Installers Near You
Compare battery storage installers in your area. Many also install solar panels for a complete system.