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4.9 stars

Home backup for Oncor customers

Available across Central and North Texas — below-market energy rates, affordable home backup, and switching costs covered. No solar needed.

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HOW IT WORKS

Steady under pressure

Cut costs on good days. Stay on through bad ones.

When the grid is up and running.

Base earns from the grid, not you. During demand spikes, your battery sends power out — lowering rates and keeping energy balanced.

PRICING

Save money and stay powered.

One simple plan — below-market electricity rates and home backup, bundled together.

A Base whole-home backup battery at a Texas home

Energy + one battery

Energy

14.3¢/kWh

Backup battery

$695

One-time installation

$19/mo

Monthly membership fee

  • Guaranteed below-market-average energy rates upon renewal

  • Battery installed for 90% less than traditional generators

  • Loved by 10,000+ Texans

Plan overview

  • One 25 kWh battery — up to 24 hours of backup with reduced energy consumption

  • 36-month plan at 14.3¢/kWh at 2,000 kWh/mo

  • Get $250 in cancellation fees from your current provider, covered

  • Powered by 100% clean energy to support a greener, more stable Texas grid

Price details

Installation fee
$695
Membership fee
$19/month
Generator recharge port (optional)
$1,000
All-in energy rate
14.3¢/kWh

Rate includes 8¢/kWh + delivery fees

Optional add-ons

Generator recharge port +$1,000 to installation cost

Currently in beta. Learn more here.

Two Base whole-home backup batteries installed beside a Texas home

Energy + two batteries

Energy

14.3¢/kWh

Backup batteries

$995

One-time installation

$29/mo

Monthly membership fee

  • Guaranteed below-market-average energy rates upon renewal

  • Battery installed for 90% less than traditional generators

  • Loved by 10,000+ Texans

Plan overview

  • Two 25 kWh batteries — up to 48 hours of backup with reduced energy consumption

  • 36-month plan at 14.3¢/kWh at 2,000 kWh/mo

  • Get $250 in cancellation fees from your current provider, covered

  • Powered by 100% clean energy to support a greener, more stable Texas grid

Price details

Installation fee
$995
Membership fee
$29/month
Generator recharge port (optional)
$1,000
All-in energy rate
14.3¢/kWh

Rate includes 8¢/kWh + delivery fees

Optional add-ons

Generator recharge port +$1,000 to installation cost

Currently in beta. Learn more here.

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Energy only

Energy

14.3¢/kWh
  • Fixed-rate, affordable costs

  • 100% renewable energy

  • Loved by thousands of Texans

Plan overview

  • 36-month plan at 8¢/kWh + delivery fees at 2,000 kWh/mo

  • Get $150 in cancellation fees from your current provider, covered

  • Powered by 100% clean energy to support a greener, more stable Texas grid

Price details

All-in energy rate
14.3¢/kWh

Rate includes 8¢/kWh + delivery fees

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Trusted by thousands of Texans

4.9 stars

39% savings by switching to Base Power. I've been a loyal Reliant customer for 30 years. No more. I was paying $0.22/kWh, including $0.075/kWh in Centerpoint fees. Now I'm with Base. Transparent, all-inclusive pricing, easy 2-minute switch.

Michael O.

I have been with Green Mountain for years and realized my rate had been slowly going up and that I had been overpaying. I found that Base was also doing 100% renewable energy, and am thrilled that they are now saving me 40% on my electricity bill.

David C.

Base Power — the modern power company — lives up to the name. Affordable and reliable power!

Willem L.

Absolutely recommend to anyone with or without solar panels. For me it was a game changer and very easy process.

Zak P.

Quick, knowledgeable and courteous. All my concerns were put to rest with one call. Thank you Base!

Zaida G.

I am impressed by Base's use of technology to manage our power and thereby save me money. Their app is very useful and well developed. Knowing that I have battery backup is a welcome addition — and the price is right.

Wayne W.

The installer texted and introduced himself as well as the two others to help with the install. They were very professional and kept a clean work site. At the end they explained how everything worked. Great job Andrew and crew.

Zach W.

Switched to Base Power for backup power and energy provider in Magnolia, TX about 6 months ago and the whole experience has been affordable and seamless. Their home battery kicks in instantly during outages — no noisy generator and no interruption to daily life. The flat-rate energy plan gives us predictable, below-market electricity bills with no surprises. During a recent storm, the battery kept us powered for over 18 hours. Highly recommend Base Power for anyone in the Houston area wanting dependable backup power, transparent pricing and great customer service!

Zac L.

39% savings by switching to Base Power. I've been a loyal Reliant customer for 30 years. No more. I was paying $0.22/kWh, including $0.075/kWh in Centerpoint fees. Now I'm with Base. Transparent, all-inclusive pricing, easy 2-minute switch.

Michael O.

I have been with Green Mountain for years and realized my rate had been slowly going up and that I had been overpaying. I found that Base was also doing 100% renewable energy, and am thrilled that they are now saving me 40% on my electricity bill.

David C.

Base Power — the modern power company — lives up to the name. Affordable and reliable power!

Willem L.

Absolutely recommend to anyone with or without solar panels. For me it was a game changer and very easy process.

Zak P.

Quick, knowledgeable and courteous. All my concerns were put to rest with one call. Thank you Base!

Zaida G.

I am impressed by Base's use of technology to manage our power and thereby save me money. Their app is very useful and well developed. Knowing that I have battery backup is a welcome addition — and the price is right.

Wayne W.

The installer texted and introduced himself as well as the two others to help with the install. They were very professional and kept a clean work site. At the end they explained how everything worked. Great job Andrew and crew.

Zach W.

Switched to Base Power for backup power and energy provider in Magnolia, TX about 6 months ago and the whole experience has been affordable and seamless. Their home battery kicks in instantly during outages — no noisy generator and no interruption to daily life. The flat-rate energy plan gives us predictable, below-market electricity bills with no surprises. During a recent storm, the battery kept us powered for over 18 hours. Highly recommend Base Power for anyone in the Houston area wanting dependable backup power, transparent pricing and great customer service!

Zac L.

39% savings by switching to Base Power. I've been a loyal Reliant customer for 30 years. No more. I was paying $0.22/kWh, including $0.075/kWh in Centerpoint fees. Now I'm with Base. Transparent, all-inclusive pricing, easy 2-minute switch.

Michael O.

I have been with Green Mountain for years and realized my rate had been slowly going up and that I had been overpaying. I found that Base was also doing 100% renewable energy, and am thrilled that they are now saving me 40% on my electricity bill.

David C.

Base Power — the modern power company — lives up to the name. Affordable and reliable power!

Willem L.

Absolutely recommend to anyone with or without solar panels. For me it was a game changer and very easy process.

Zak P.

Quick, knowledgeable and courteous. All my concerns were put to rest with one call. Thank you Base!

Zaida G.

I am impressed by Base's use of technology to manage our power and thereby save me money. Their app is very useful and well developed. Knowing that I have battery backup is a welcome addition — and the price is right.

Wayne W.

The installer texted and introduced himself as well as the two others to help with the install. They were very professional and kept a clean work site. At the end they explained how everything worked. Great job Andrew and crew.

Zach W.

Switched to Base Power for backup power and energy provider in Magnolia, TX about 6 months ago and the whole experience has been affordable and seamless. Their home battery kicks in instantly during outages — no noisy generator and no interruption to daily life. The flat-rate energy plan gives us predictable, below-market electricity bills with no surprises. During a recent storm, the battery kept us powered for over 18 hours. Highly recommend Base Power for anyone in the Houston area wanting dependable backup power, transparent pricing and great customer service!

Zac L.
Steps to Get Started

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We're happy to answer all your questions

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 and 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: /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. 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.

Your rights in a Texas HOA

Under Texas Property Code §202.010, homeowners in HOAs have the right to install "Solar Energy Devices" (as defined in Tax Code §171.107), which includes batteries like Base. Your HOA may regulate the location and appearance of the installation under its aesthetic guidelines. Because each HOA has its own review and approval process, we strongly encourage you to contact your HOA before scheduling installation to avoid delays, required changes, or potential violations.

Permits & location

Base manages all permitting creation, submission, and inspection with local cities and utilities. Hardware is installed near the electric meter along an exterior wall. No changes are made to the roof or front face of the home.

Specs

  • 50 kWh double ground-mounted
  • 25 kWh single ground-mounted
  • 20 kWh single wall-mounted

Safety & certification

Hardware is certified to UL standards: the 'gold standard' of electrical system safety. This means it has gone through a rigorous set of safety tests prior to being built, plus each individual system is tested prior to installation. Our electricians are licensed, bonded, and insured. All electricians work under a Master Electrician. Our batteries use Lithium Iron Phosphate technology, which is far safer than other batteries by design, including being much safer than the batteries in most EVs, phones, and laptops. Base batteries have active fire suppressants built into them. If the battery detects a fault, airbags of fire suppressant pop inside the battery, significantly reducing the likelihood of a fire spreading if one were to start.

Yes! Base has a strong referral program. Base members are essential for spreading the word about Base and getting more neighborhoods involved.

Existing members can send friends, family, neighbors, or strangers their personal referral link, which you can access in your Base account.

Refer a friend and you both will receive a free month of power (up to $250) when their battery is installed. For members with solar, we swap the free month for a $150 bill credit — because lower bills shouldn't mean a small reward.

Base operates differently from traditional power companies. Instead of profiting directly from customers, Base earns revenue by using grid-balancing software paired with outage prediction technology. This approach optimizes the Base battery for both grid stability and outage protection. When the grid is functioning, Base uses its batteries to support grid balancing. This strengthens the grid's resilience and generates income for Base. By leveraging its network of batteries for grid balancing, Base maintains low rates for members while remaining profitable.
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GET STARTED

Ready to get started? Let's chat.

Our team would love to talk to you about how Base Power can help protect your home and lower your power bill.

205 E Riverside Dr, Suite 100,
Austin, TX 78704

Existing members:

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Base Power, Inc | Base Texas REP, LLC | Base Power Assets 1, LLC

Registered Retail Electric Provider with the Texas Public Utility Commission, PUCT License #10338.

Our battery systems are certified under standards UL 1973, UL 1741, UL 9540, and UL 9540A for safety and performance.

Accredited by the Better Business Bureau (BBB).

Products, services, and pricing displayed on this page are offered to qualified customers in Texas only.

Product availability, system configurations, and pricing vary by state.

Savings and cost comparison estimates are based on publicly available electricity pricing data from www.powertochoose.org, individual REP Electricity Facts Labels (EFLs), and Base’s proprietary usage modeling. Actual savings vary based on your specific home characteristics, location, energy usage patterns, current electricity rates, battery performance, and market conditions. Past performance and estimates do not guarantee future results.

You can obtain important standardized information that will allow you to compare this product with other offers. Contact at 512-518-1009 or team@basepowercompany.com for more information.

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