Cut Electricity Costs

Home Battery Installation in the North East

Energy prices may be unpredictable, but your control over household electricity doesn’t have to be.

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Smart Storage Solutions to Cut Electricity Costs

Energy prices may be unpredictable, but your control over household electricity doesn’t have to be. Elite Energy installs advanced home battery systems across the North East, helping homeowners store self generated and low-cost off-peak power and use it throughout the day to cut bills and reduce reliance on the grid, with or without solar panels.

Serving Durham, Teesside, Tyne & Wear, Northumberland, and Yorkshire,  our local MCS-certified engineers deliver fast, compliant installations tailored to your property and energy usage. Most projects are completed in a single day, with the full process handled in-house from survey to commissioning.

As MyEnergi Product Champions, we install intelligent storage systems that work seamlessly on their own or alongside solar panels and EV chargers, giving you greater flexibility, resilience, and long-term energy independence.

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Take Control of Your Electricity with Home Battery Installation

Most UK suppliers now offer time-of-use tariffs, where electricity prices change based on demand. Peak periods typically run from 8am to 10pm, when grid usage is at its highest. Off-peak periods usually fall between 10pm and 8am, when demand drops and electricity is often 40-70% cheaper, depending on the tariff.

With a home battery storage solution, you can charge during these lower cost off peak hours and use this stored electricity throughout the day. This reduces how much you buy at peak rates meaning you will still save without reducing your energy usage.

The benefit is straightforward, more of your daily consumption is powered by lower-cost electricity. This helps stabilise running costs and gives you more predictable monthly bills without changing your household routine.

This works for any property, with or without solar panels. Homes with solar can store surplus generation that would otherwise be exported at low rates. Homes without solar still benefit by drawing from the grid only when electricity is at its lowest cost, giving you a more efficient and controlled way to power your home.

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How Home Battery Storage Works

A home battery stores electricity so your property can use it at the most cost-effective times. It takes power from the grid or from solar panels and holds it in a dedicated unit measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh). When demand increases or prices rise, your home draws from the battery instead of the grid, helping keep your running costs down.

Battery capacity determines how much stored electricity you have available. As a guide, a 5 kWh system suits lighter use, 10 kWh fits most three to four bed homes, and 15 kWh or more works well for larger properties or homes with high daily consumption such as EV charging or heat pumps.

Smart software manages the charging and discharging cycle automatically. It charges during cheaper off-peak hours, then supplies stored energy when rates increase. If you have solar panels, the battery also holds surplus generation that would otherwise be exported for a low return, you can use this when your panels are not generating electricity.

Our batteries integrate smoothly with all solar systems including MyEnergi tech such as Zappi and GLO, allowing your battery, EV charger, and any solar equipment to work together as one controlled setup. This creates a predictable daily cycle and reduces reliance on the grid further.

Every installation meets BS 7671 standards and Northern Powergrid requirements. Batteries can be wall-mounted or floor-standing and are usually placed in a garage, utility room, or suitable outdoor enclosure depending on space and layout.

How Domestic Battery Storage Reduces Costs

A home battery can lower running costs in two clear ways, depending on how your property uses electricity.

If You Don’t Have Solar Panels

If You Don’t Have Solar Panels

A battery works with smart energy tariffs to reduce what you pay for electricity each day.

  • Your system charges overnight during lower-rate periods (typically 10pm-8am).

  • Stored electricity then powers your home when daytime prices rise.

  • You buy less at peak rates and spread your usage more evenly across the day.

  • Savings come from timing, not from changing how much energy you use.

If You Already Have Solar Panels

If You Already Have Solar Panels

A battery helps you keep and use more of the power your panels generate.

  • Surplus solar energy is stored instead of exported at low returns.

  • Stored solar then covers your evening usage, reducing grid reliance.

  • Most households are able to use up to 20% more of their own solar generation.

  • This can lower total annual bills by around 10% based on current tariff patterns.

Why North East Homeowners Choose Elite Energy

Choosing a battery installer is a long-term decision, and homeowners across the North East rely on Elite Energy for expertise, clarity, and consistent delivery. Every system is designed around local properties, regional tariffs, and Northern Powergrid requirements, giving you an installation that performs exactly as expected from day one.

  • 1

    Proven Local Experience

    We work exclusively across Durham, Teesside, Tyne & Wear, Northumberland, and Yorkshire, with detailed knowledge of local housing types and grid conditions.

  • 2

    Efficient Northern Powergrid Approvals

    Our team handles DNO applications every week, ensuring the correct technical details are submitted and your approval progresses without delays.

  • 3

    In-House, MCS-Certified Engineers

    Every survey, installation, and final handover is carried out by our own specialists, no subcontractors, no mixed standards.

  • 4

    MyEnergi Product Champions

    We install storage systems that integrate smoothly with Zappi, GLO, and wider MyEnergi technology for a coordinated, efficient setup as well as other manufacturers.

  • 5

    Straightforward Communication

    From your first call to installation day, you deal with the same team, with clear explanations and no unnecessary steps.

  • 6

    Committed Aftercare and Support

    Once installed, we remain available for guidance, performance checks, and future upgrades to keep your system working at its best.

Is Home Battery Installation Right for You?

Home battery installation works for households that want more control over electricity use and long-term running costs. If any of the points below apply to your home, a battery can deliver meaningful, measurable value:

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Lower Daytime Electricity Costs

Store cheaper off-peak power overnight and use it when rates rise, reducing the amount you buy at full price every day.

Higher Returns from Your Solar Panels

Capture surplus generation you’d normally export for pennies and use it later when you actually need it.

Stronger Support for High-Demand Homes

Maintain stable costs even with EV charging, heat pumps, or multiple high-use appliances running each evening.

Greater Energy Independence

Reduce day-to-day reliance on the grid and shield your household from price spikes or policy changes.

More Predictable Monthly Bills

Smooth out fluctuations by shifting most of your usage to lower-cost electricity, giving you steady, controlled spending.

Future-Ready Home Energy

Add more battery capacity later or integrate with solar panels or an EV charger without needing major system changes.

Your Home Battery Installation, Step by Step

Switching to home battery storage is straightforward, and our in-house team manages every stage from the first call to final sign-off. Here’s how the process works:

Survey & Design

Survey & Design

One of our engineers visits your home to check your existing electrics, identify suitable mounting positions, and confirm the setup that best matches your energy use and storage goals.

Fixed Quote

Fixed Quote

You’ll receive a straightforward, transparent price based on your chosen system size, starting from £2,995 for a 5 kWh installation. Your quote outlines everything included before any work is booked in.

DNO Application & Approval

DNO Application & Approval

We handle all paperwork required by Northern Powergrid, including permissions for grid-connected battery storage. This step is fully managed for you and usually approved quickly.

Installation & Handover

Installation & Handover

Most systems are installed within a single day by our MCS-certified team. Once fitted, we commission the system, connect it to your Smart app, and provide all certificates, warranties, and guidance.

Integration & Future-Ready Energy

Your battery installation can support wider energy goals as your home evolves. If you already have solar panels, your system can store more of the electricity you generate instead of exporting it at a low rate. If you’re planning to add solar later, the battery is already compatible, no redesign required.

Homeowners installing EV chargers also benefit, as stored energy can support overnight charging schedules or balance higher daily demand. For rural properties, a battery can provide a more stable supply where grid fluctuations are common, giving your home greater resilience.

You don’t need to make every upgrade at once. Your battery installation forms the foundation, and additional technologies, including solar PV or an EV charger, can be added when the time is right.

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Power Smarter with Home Battery Installation

A home battery storage solution gives you a simple way to manage daily electricity costs, store cheaper power overnight or more self generated energy, and build greater independence from the grid. Installed by our local MCS-certified team, your system is designed around your property, your usage, and the way you want to run your home. If you’d like to explore what a battery could do for your household, our team is here to talk you through the options and confirm what’s possible for your setup.

Frequently Asked Questions

We have tried to answer most questions here but if you have any other queries please feel free to contact us!

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Can I use home battery storage without solar panels?

Yes, home battery storage works perfectly well without solar panels. Many North East homeowners install a battery solely to take advantage of off-peak tariffs. The system charges overnight when electricity is cheaper, then powers your home during the day when prices rise.

Do I need planning permission for a home battery?

In most cases, no. Home battery systems are classed as permitted development, which means they can be installed without planning approval. Exceptions are rare but may apply to listed buildings, certain conservation areas, or properties with external mounting restrictions.

Will a home battery affect my existing solar FIT payments?

No, your Feed-in Tariff payments are not reduced or altered by adding a battery. Your generation tariff remains the same, and the battery simply stores the excess energy instead of exporting it.

How long does a home battery take to charge?

This depends on capacity and your tariff window. Most off-peak periods run for 6–8 hours overnight, which is more than enough for a full charge on typical 5 kWh, 10 kWh, or 15 kWh systems.

What happens during a power cut?

If you choose a system with backup capability, the battery can supply essential circuits during an outage. Backup mode activates instantly and runs independently of the grid until power returns.

How much space does the battery require?

Most units have a similar footprint to a small boiler or wall cabinet. They can be wall-mounted or floor-standing and placed in a garage, utility room, or suitable outdoor enclosure. During your survey, we’ll confirm the most practical place with minimal impact on usable space.

Can the system be expanded in future?

Yes. Our installations use modular units, which means you can add additional 5 kWh blocks later if your usage increases (for example, after installing an EV charger or heat pump). Expansion doesn’t require a full system replacement.

How much maintenance is needed?

Maintenance is minimal. Batteries run self-checks in the background and report performance through the app. We recommend a simple visual check a few times a year and an annual service if the system is paired with solar.

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