Generating Energy installed a battery-only storage system for a homeowner in Widnes, Halton. The customer wanted to take advantage of cheaper overnight electricity without installing solar panels.
The completed system includes a 10kWh Sigenergy battery and 6kW Sigenergy inverter. It can be programmed to charge during lower-cost overnight tariff periods and supply that stored electricity as the property uses power during the day.
The Challenge
The customer’s overnight electricity rate was around 7p per kWh, compared with a normal daytime rate of approximately 29p per kWh. They wanted to use more electricity at the lower rate without having to move all their household consumption into the overnight period.
The system needed enough storage to retain cheaper electricity for later use. A full technical survey was also required before installation to confirm that the property and electrical setup were suitable.
Our Solution
We installed a 10kWh Sigenergy battery alongside a 6kW Sigenergy inverter. The system was configured so the battery could charge during the customer’s cheaper overnight tariff and provide stored electricity during the day.
Charging at around 7p per kWh instead of purchasing the same amount of electricity at approximately 29p per kWh creates a difference of around 22p per kWh. Actual savings will depend on the customer’s electricity use, the amount of energy stored and the efficiency of the system.
Our team managed the technical survey, installation, testing, commissioning and handover. The customer also received a digital handover pack with QR code access to their paperwork, certificates and system information.
The Results
The homeowner can now charge the battery when electricity is cheaper and use the stored power during higher-priced periods. This reduces the amount of electricity that needs to be purchased at the customer’s normal daytime rate.
The complete process, from the initial enquiry and technical survey through to installation and handover, was completed within one week. The customer was pleased with the finished system and had already mentioned recommending Generating Energy to others.
Looking to install battery storage without solar panels?
You don’t need solar panels to benefit from home battery storage. Generating Energy can design a battery-only system around your electricity use and off-peak tariff. Contact our team to discuss battery storage in Widnes, Liverpool or the surrounding areas.
