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Storage and EV Charging

How does the powerwall program work?

May 2, 2023 by Jeremi Lashua

Powerwalls offer seamless home battery backup during any severe weather or outage. It is a fixed monthly resiliency package for storage paired with solar for extended backup power. This is a significant savings compared with the typical retail price of the systems. You receive this discount because you’ll be sharing energy with GMP during peak […]

How long will the heat and electricity work if the home is running on battery backup?

May 2, 2023 by Jeremi Lashua

Thanks to the backup power in your home battery system, during an outage your home heating system can be backed up for 24 hours on average, potentially longer if paired with solar.

How long is the home battery’s life?

May 2, 2023 by Jeremi Lashua

The warranty is for ten years, and they’re expected to last longer than that. The Powerwalls can be recycled once you’re done using them. 

How much does it cost to install an EV charger in my garage?

May 2, 2023 by Jeremi Lashua

You won’t need to worry about that! Every home already comes with an EV charger ready for you for whether you have an EV, have a friend with an EV visiting, or plan to get one down the road.

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