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How battery storage cuts Irving bills in 2026
From 75038 to the rest of Irving, the Oncor service area is a known weak point during extreme weather. Because Oncor's buyback rate is 0¢/kWh, batteries are how Irving homeowners stop subsidizing the wires utility. The 30% Federal Investment Tax Credit applies to standalone batteries through 2032 with no upper cap. Heat advisories blanketed Irving for the entire August 2023 calendar month, with overnight lows that never dropped below 80°F. Adding a battery to existing Irving solar typically cuts the energy bill an additional 20-31% by self-consuming peak kWh that would otherwise export at low buyback rates.
Solar in Irving: common questions
What's the best ROI battery for a Irving solar retrofit?
We size Irving systems at 13.5-27 kWh based on critical-loads inventory: fridge, HVAC, well pump, internet and lights for 12-36 hours. Tesla Powerwall 3 + dedicated essential-loads subpanel — the standard Irving budget-conscious build. Tesla Powerwall 3 with Tesla Solar Roof — the integrated path for Irving homes building or re-roofing. Both systems are eligible for the 30% Federal Investment Tax Credit through 2032.
Is a battery retrofit profitable for solar already on a Irving roof?
Yes, retrofits are the majority of our Irving battery work and almost always go in clean. We can add Tesla Powerwall, Enphase IQ Battery, or Franklin aPower to systems originally installed by Sunnova, ADT Solar, SunPower, Freedom Forever, Vivint and others. Our retrofit assessment covers your inverter, main panel and grounding; the typical Irving home retrofits with no inverter swap. Irving permits typically issue in 1-2 weeks and Oncor PTO follows in 2-3 weeks.
How much can a battery cut my Irving bill if I already have solar?
Factor the 30% federal tax credit, $1100 avoided per outage, and 7-10-year payback — the math holds in most Irving ZIPs. Oncor Electric Delivery pays 0¢/kWh for excess solar export, which makes self-consumption with a battery the highest-ROI play. Summer peaks in Texas hit 24-28¢/kWh during 4-7 PM; off-peak overnight rates drop to 4-6¢/kWh — exactly the spread a battery converts into savings. Typical Irving savings come in at $40-90/month once a battery is paired with a TOU plan from Rhythm, Octopus or Reliant.
The Math Behind the $31 Battery Cost
Many Irving homeowners installed solar expecting their electric bill to disappear.
But today many still pay $120, $150, or even $200+ per month because most homes use the most energy after the sun goes down.
The Light Battery Program™ changes how solar works by adding battery storage and pairing it with an electricity plan that includes a $54 monthly battery credit.
Here’s a simplified example.
Typical Solar Home Today
With the Light Battery Program™
Battery lease: $85/monthBattery credit: –$54/month
Instead of exporting solar cheaply during the day and buying power back at night, the battery allows you to store solar energy and use it when your home actually needs it.
Why Many Solar Homes in Irving Still Have Electric Bills
Across Texas, the original solar math has changed.
Several things happened:
- Solar buyback rates dropped
- Utilities increased delivery charges
- Evening electricity usage increased
- Homes consume the most energy after sunset
- Air conditioning
- Appliances and cooking
- Electronics and entertainment
- Laundry and household activity
- EV charging
Why More Irving Homeowners Are Adding Batteries
A battery changes how your solar system works.
Instead of exporting extra solar energy during the day, the battery stores it.
This allows homeowners to:
Use solar power at night
Stored solar energy powers the home after sunset when energy use is highest.
Reduce expensive evening energy imports
Electricity pulled from the grid during peak hours is often the most expensive.
Add backup protection
Without a battery, solar shuts off during power outages.
With a battery, your home can stay powered.
A New Way to Upgrade Your Solar System
The Light Battery Program™ was designed specifically for homeowners who already have solar but still pay a monthly electric bill.
The program combines:
- Battery storage
- A participating electricity provider
- A $54 monthly battery credit
- 1:1 net metering under current plan structure
- Backup capability during outages
Before and After Adding a Battery
Before battery installation:
Solar offsets daytime energyEvening energy is pulled from the grid
After adding a battery:
Daytime solar stored in batteryEvening energy powered by stored solar
Battery lease: $85/monthBattery credit: –$54/month
Actual results vary based on home size, energy usage, and solar production.
But the goal is simple:
Use your solar power when it’s most valuable.
See If Your Irving Home Qualifies for the Light Battery Program™
Not every solar system qualifies.
Our team reviews:
What homeowners are saying
Frequently Asked Questions
Storm-related outages, fluctuating buyback structures, and rising evening demand have increased interest in storage solutions.
When configured for backup, battery systems can power designated circuits or portions of the home during grid interruptions.
The $54 monthly credit is available under the current participating retail plan used within The Light Battery Program™. Eligibility and plan terms are reviewed prior to enrollment.
Eligible homeowners enrolled in the participating retail plan receive 1:1 net metering under current plan terms.
The Light Battery Program™ is primarily structured as a lease model designed to reduce upfront investment compared to traditional purchase financing.
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