Power, with backup built in.
Here’s how it works.
Base Power is more than just affordable power. Backup batteries protect Texans from blackouts and keep your family protected.
On renewal, your rate’s legally guaranteed to be below market average.
So if your charge level isn’t always full, that’s expected.
We monitor weather and forecast outages so we can protect your backup—keeping you powered for as long as possible.
A single battery lasts up to 24 hours at reduced power consumption—two batteries can last up to 48 hours.
So, what happens next?
When you're ready, enter your address to check your home's eligibility and next steps.
From there, we’ll handle all the paperwork and logistics.
After that, your home is backed up, connected, and ready for whatever comes next.
What you pay and when
Refundable deposit
Payment charged when requesting a battery system.
Base to review photos and confirm your home is compatible with Base.
Deposit is refundable if you cancel before we start paperwork (after your photos are approved).
If you move forward, the deposit is automatically applied to your installation fee.
Installation fee
Expect this payment to be charged within 48 hours of installation completion.
Minus aforementioned deposit
Minus aforementioned deposit
Includes full-day installation by a 2–3 person electrical crew.
Currently in beta, learn more here.
After installation
Energy bill
Energy used by your home for the month.
Membership fee
*plus sales tax
*plus sales tax
Internet connectivity for battery, all maintenance and service visits, system performance improvements, and app access with monitoring.
We sweat the details, so you don't have to
Your energy rate is locked in for 3 years, and the battery agreement lasts 12. If the new homeowner signs up for Base, everything transfers easily. If not, we’ll remove the system for a flat $500—no matter when you move.
We find a clean, code-compliant spot for your system close to your electric meter, and install a soft start if needed to support larger HVAC systems. Every install is tailored with care, based on what works best for your home and the National Electric Code.
Base is your energy provider and backup power provider in one.
We install a large battery (from 25 kWh to 50 kWh) at your home for a low upfront cost. You get power from us at competitive rates because our batteries help balance the grid—charging when demand is low discharging when the grid needs support. When the power goes out, your battery automatically kicks in to keep your home running. Our current system protects against 97% of outages.
To get with Base, you pay a $50 refundable deposit upfront. This deposit applies toward your one-time installation cost once your battery is installed.
Installation Costs
- Installation fee: $695 or $995 (varies by zip code and plan)
- Your $50 deposit will be credited toward this fee
Ongoing Costs
Membership Fee
- $19/mo or $29/mo, depending on your plan
Monthly Energy Bills
- Energy rate: 8.5¢/kWh plus your utility’s transmission and delivery fees
- If you have solar panels, Base buys back any excess energy you produce at:
- 4¢/kWh
You can see Base's latest plans and Electricity Facts Labels (EFLs) here.
Calculate Your Savings
Use our bill comparison tool to see how much you could save with Base.
Base offers a significantly less expensive backup battery solution compared to alternatives due to the unique shared business model: Base earns income from the power grid instead of homeowners.
This business model allows you to get energy backup without paying tens of thousands of dollars for a traditional generator. An expensive solar system and solar battery also requires a massive upfront investment which often can take longer than the lifespan of the system to pay back. With Base, you pay just a one-time installation cost that pays the team of electricians to install the battery on your home.
Base offers fair, fixed rates and reliable backup power. Since revenue comes from the grid, not customers, Base avoids hidden fees and surprise rate hikes. Your agreement also legally guarantees your rates stay below the market average.
No, you don’t need solar to use our batteries. You don’t need solar to use Base because the batteries are designed to store energy directly from the grid. This allows you to access reliable backup power and lower energy costs without relying on solar panels.
That said, if you already have solar, Base works seamlessly with it. Plus, you can always add solar later—our batteries are designed to easily integrate with solar systems. And Base offers competitive solar buyback prices.
Savings on your power bill.
Protection against outages.
Peace of mind for both.
