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Whole Home Battery Backup Installation

Stop paying peak-rate electricity. Stop losing power during outages. A home battery backup system puts you back in control, and when paired with solar, it can make your electric bill drastically lower.

Pacific Coast Generation installs home battery storage systems for homeowners across Riverside, Orange, San Bernardino, and San Diego Counties. We’re a licensed C-10 electrical contractor with over 17 years of experience, and unlike the big-box solar companies, we handle your project from start to finish. We’re a local team that shows up and gets it done right.

What Is a Whole Home Battery Backup System?

A home battery backup system stores electricity so you can use it when you need it.

Here’s how it works:

  • Paired with solar: Your solar panels generate power during the day. Instead of sending excess energy to the grid for a low export credit, your battery stores it. You use that stored energy in the evening when grid rates are highest.
  • Standalone (no solar): You can charge your battery during off-peak hours when grid electricity is cheaper, then draw from it during expensive peak-rate windows.
  • During an outage: Your battery automatically switches on and keeps your home running without the need for a generator, without gas, and without noise.


Modern home battery systems aren’t the clunky backup generators of the past. They’re sleek, wall-mounted units that operate silently and automatically. Most homeowners barely notice them until the grid goes down.

Bare whole-home backup battery being installed on the outside wall of a house
Solar technician installing whole-home backup batteries in a garage

How Much Does a Whole Home Battery Backup System Cost?

Whole home battery backup system costs in Southern California typically range from $12,000 to $25,000+, depending on:

  • Number of Powerwalls (system size)
  • Whether a main electrical panel upgrade is needed
  • Complexity of the installation (attic runs, conduit routing, etc.)
  • Available rebates (SGIP) that reduce the final price

The best way to get an accurate number is a site assessment. We’ll give you a clear, itemized quote.

Why Homeowners Are Installing Battery Backups Now

Utility Rates Keep Climbing

SCE and SDG&E both operate on time-of-use (TOU) rate plans, meaning the price of electricity changes throughout the day. Peak hours, typically 4 PM to 9 PM, are when rates spike. A home battery lets you use stored solar energy during those expensive hours instead of drawing from the grid.

NEM 3.0 Changed The Solar Equation

If you’re installing solar this year, you’re under California’s Net Billing Tariff (NEM 3.0). Export rates are significantly lower than they were under NEM 2.0, which means sending excess solar power back to the grid isn’t nearly as valuable as storing it yourself. A battery backup system is now essentially a must-have alongside a new solar installation.

Wildfire Season and Grid Reliability

Southern California’s grid is under strain every summer and fall. PSPS (Public Safety Power Shutoffs) are increasingly common in fire-risk areas. For households with medical equipment, young children, or elderly family members, losing power can be a safety issue. A home battery keeps your essentials running indefinitely when paired with solar, or for 8-24+ hours on a standalone charge.

The SGIP Rebate Is Still Available

California’s Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) offers rebates for home battery storage systems, especially for customers in high fire threat districts (HFTDs). Rebates can significantly reduce your out-of-pocket cost. We’ll walk you through what you qualify for during your consultation.

Tesla Powerwall

Pacific Coast Generation is a Tesla-certified installer. That means your installation is performed by trained technicians, your warranty is fully valid, and you have a local point of contact for support long after install day.

Tesla Powerwall Battery Storage

  • 13.5 kWh usable capacity per unit: enough to run critical loads through a full evening, or power an average home for 8-10+ hours during an outage
  • Whole-home backup capability: When properly sized, the Powerwall can back up your entire home, not just a few circuits
  • Scalable: install one Powerwall now, add more as your energy needs grow
  • Seamless solar integration: works natively with Tesla solar inverters and third-party solar systems
  • Storm Watch model: automatically charges to 100% when extreme weather is detected, so you’re always prepared
  • 10-year warranty: backed by Tesla
Service Area

Areas We Serve in Southern CA

Based in Canyon Lake, CA, we serve homeowners and businesses throughout the Inland Empire and the Southern CA coast.

  • Canyon Lake
  • Menifee
  • Lake Elsinore
  • Murrieta
  • Wildomar
  • Temecula
  • Corona
  • Perris
  • Hemet
  • Moreno Valley
  • Riverside
  • Jurupa Valley
  • And beyond…

If you’re in Riverside County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, or San Diego County, we’ve got you covered. Don’t hesitate to reach out. No subcontractors, no handoffs.

OUR INSTALLATION PROCESS

How Home EV Charger Installation Works

STEP 1

Free Consultation And Site Assessment

We start with a conversation about your energy goals. How long do you need to stay powered during an outage? Are you looking to cut your evening electric bill? Do you already have solar, or are you adding solar at the same time? We’ll assess your current electrical panel, usage patterns, and roof (if applicable) to recommend the right system size.

STEP 2

Custom System Design

We design a system sized to your actual usage, not a one-size-fits-all package. We’ll specify the number of Powerwalls needed, whether a panel upgrade is required, and how the system integrates with your existing solar or utility service.

STEP 3

Permits and Utility Coordination

We handle all permits with your local building department and coordinate any required utility interconnection.

STEP 4

Installation

Our licensed C-10 electricians run the dedicated 240V circuit, mount the charger, and complete all wiring. Most residential EV charger installations are completed in a single day.

STEP 5

Final Inspection and Activation

We walk you through system operation, set up your monitoring app, and make sure everything is running perfectly before we leave. You’ll know exactly how to read your battery status, set charge preferences, and contact us if you ever need support.

OUR SERVICES

Southern California's Premier Battery Backup Installer

Home battery storage provides peace of mind during blackouts, ensuring you always have power when you need it. It also helps you avoid high electricity rates during peak times, saving you money. Plus, gaining energy independence allows you to produce and use your own power more efficiently.

Solar Panel Installations

Custom-sized residential and commercial solar systems using tier-1 Enphase microinverters. We design to cover 100% of your usage, not just a portion.

EV Charger Installation

Level 2 home charger installation for all major EV brands. Add solar to charge your car for free, we'll design the system to handle it.

Residential Electrical Services

Panel upgrades, wiring, and electrical work to support your solar and battery system. All work permitted and inspected by our licensed crew.
Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need solar panels to get a home battery backup system?

No. A battery backup system can be charged directly from the grid, and you can charge it during off-peak hours to use during expensive peak-rate windows. That said, the financial case is strongest when the battery is paired with solar. That’s when you’re storing energy you generated yourself rather than buying it from the utility.

It depends on how much you’re running. A single Tesla Powerwall (13.5 kWh usable) can power critical loads like your refrigerator, lights, phone chargers, internet router, and a few outlets for 24 hours or more. If you’re trying to run a full home, including HVAC, multiple Powerwalls are recommended. We’ll size your system based on your actual load during our consultation.

A home battery system operates silently, automatically, and without fuel. There’s no startup noise, no exhaust fumes, no trips to the gas station. It switches to battery power in milliseconds. Generators require manual startup, regular maintenance, and fuel storage. For most Southern California homeowners dealing with outages, a battery is the cleaner, smarter solution.

Most residential battery backup installations in California range from $12,000 to $25,000 before incentives. SGIP rebates (available to SCE, SDG&E, and PG&E customers) can significantly reduce that cost, especially for customers in high-fire-threat districts. We’ll identify every rebate and incentive you qualify for.

Yes. As of 2025, standalone battery storage systems (not paired with solar) now qualify for the federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) at 30%. When paired with solar, the battery is also covered. That’s a meaningful reduction in your net cost. Talk to your tax advisor for guidance specific to your situation.

Ready to Reduce Your Utility Bill?

Join 500+ Southern California families who have switched to cleaner, cheaper power with Pacific Coast Generation. Whether you’re looking to install battery storage, add an EV charger, or completely offset your home’s energy usage with Tier-1 Enphase solar, our in-house crew is ready to help.