DUBUQUE, Iowa (KWQC) -As more homeowners look for ways to manage rising electricity costs, Eagle Point Solar says battery storage is becoming an increasingly valuable tool for improving energy independence and reducing monthly utility bills.
Jim Pullen, President and CEO of Eagle Point Solar, joins Quad Cities Live to explain how modern battery storage systems work alongside a solar array and why they offer benefits far beyond simple backup power.
According to Eagle Point Solar, battery storage systems are designed to store excess solar energy and discharge it whenever electricity is needed.
Many homeowners use stored energy during peak demand hours — typically 4 to 9 p.m. — when utility rates are often at their highest. Instead of buying electricity at peak pricing, the battery can power the home during that window, then recharge the next day when the sun comes up.
Battery storage can also provide backup power during outages or be configured to support only critical circuits such as refrigerators, freezers, medical devices or computers.
For customers served by co‑op utilities, peak demand pricing can significantly affect monthly bills. Eagle Point Solar notes that some utilities charge a lower rate per kilowatt during daytime hours, then increase the rate substantially from late afternoon into the evening.
By using stored solar energy during those peak hours, homeowners can reduce the amount of high‑priced electricity they purchase from the grid. This cycle repeats daily, trimming energy costs over time.
Battery systems are customizable and can be programmed to discharge during peak demand, during outages or when a home experiences a sudden spike in energy use.
Eagle Point Solar emphasizes that storage allows homeowners to decide how and when to use the solar energy their system produces, including at night when solar panels are not generating power.
Most residential batteries are compact — roughly four feet tall and about a foot thick — and are typically installed indoors near the home’s load center. Eagle Point Solar primarily uses Tesla Powerwall 3 and Franklin batteries for residential, small farm and commercial applications, while also offering larger‑capacity systems for commercial clients.
The number of batteries needed depends on how much energy a household wants available at any given time. Many homeowners require only one unit, though larger energy needs may require additional storage.
Eagle Point Solar’s design and engineering teams work with customers to determine the right configuration for their goals.
More information about battery storage is available at eaglepointsolar.com/solar-storage-benefits
More information about discussed discount promotions (and timelines), office locations and how to make free solar analysis requests, is available at eaglepointsolar.com .
Eagle Point Solar’s Dubuque office is located at 2400 Kerper Blvd., Suite A‑20, and can be reached at 563‑582‑4044.
The toll‑free number is 877‑357‑2555.
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