Backup of a generator.
Fraction of the cost.
Texas’ energy system is broken.
Here's how Base is fixing it.
Base helps you avoid power outages by providing an affordable backup battery for your home.
Base provides flat, predictable electricity rates to members with a simple fixed, below-market-average rate.
Traditional energy companies are hard to reach, slow to respond, and rarely helpful when problems come up.
Base’s solution works for Texas homes and the grid
Base's shared model provides homeowners with affordable backup power by offering home batteries for just $695 upfront, as Base earns from the grid, not from members.
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What members in Houston—and across Texas—say
While I thought it was too good to be true, Base’s solution is exactly what I’ve been looking for - backup power for an affordable upfront cost. Also excited to support a Texas-based team determined to fix our grid’s problems.
Just got my system installed. The initial communication and the install process has been great!
Fantastic experience overall, thankful to have Base Power at three of my properties in Texas!
I have been a customer since June. The team is fantastic, the price is reasonable and gives our family peace of mind having a battery. Looking forward to seeing this company thrive.
The idea of saving money, having a backup system, and environmentally friendly were the top reasons I chose Base. I've always wanted a backup system. I love how the system works. It is quiet, efficient, and a great thing for our planet. Thor and Everett were polite, professional, and courteous. I recommend Base Power and fully endorse their products!
Send a few photos of your home. Our engineers will determine which Base battery configuration is best for you.
From permits to installation, we take care of all the details. Our expert crew has decades of electrical experience.
Track your battery health and energy use in the Base app. Our Texas support team is but a chat or call away.
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:
- 3¢/kWh plus a real-time wholesale rate bonus
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.
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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.
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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.
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Base offers a free backup battery solution (compared to expensive alternatives) due to the unique shared business model with GVEC.
This business model allows you to get home 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.
