Buy home battery in Hoogeveen

Do you generate more energy with solar panels than you use directly in your home? Then that power is fed back into the electricity grid. With a home battery, you store this energy for later use. This way, you use your own solar energy when you need it and get more return from your installation.

This will become increasingly relevant in the coming years. From 1 January 2027, the net-metering scheme will end completely. Delivered solar power will then no longer be offset against your own consumption, but paid out at a lower rate. This will make it increasingly attractive to use or store self-generated energy directly.

Shift to Solar thinks with homeowners in Hoogeveen about a home battery that suits their home, energy use and future plans. Not a fixed solution, but a system that works logically in your situation.

Calculate the right capacity for your home battery immediately

The storage capacity of a home battery determines how much of your self-generated power you can save for later. What suits this varies from house to house. Among other things, it depends on how many solar panels you have, how much energy you use daily and at what times you consume power.

With our calculation tool, you can quickly get a first impression of which battery capacity might make sense in your situation. This result helps with orientation, but is emphatically a directive. Every home and energy profile is different, so an exact choice always remains custom-made.

Do you want to be sure the capacity is a good long-term fit? With a no-obligation quote, we look beyond just numbers. We analyse your energy consumption, the yield of your solar panels, peak moments at home and any plans for the future. Based on this, we recommend a home battery that is technically correct and works practically in your daily use.

Why a home battery in Hoogeveen is becoming increasingly interesting

The way households use electricity is changing. Solar panels can now be found on many roofs in Hoogeveen, but the time when that power is generated often does not coincide with the time when you need energy. At the same time, the electricity grid is under pressure and the rules around feed-in are being changed. As a result, it makes more and more sense to get a better grip on your own energy.

Solar panels and grid pressure

On sunny days, solar panels often produce more power than you use directly in the house. That extra energy is fed back into the grid. In and around Hoogeveen, we see that this grid is increasingly approaching its maximum capacity, especially at times of high sunshine and low consumption.

Grid operators need to prevent grid overloading. As a result, it can no longer be taken for granted that all generated power can be fed back without problems. In practice, this leads to lower and varying payments for returned energy, making the financial benefit less predictable.

With a home battery, you keep this power under your own control. You store the generated energy and later use it yourself, for example during the evening hours. This way, you use more of your own solar power and are less dependent on the grid, without having to change your daily routines.

Abolition of the net-metering scheme

Besides the increasing pressure on the electricity grid, the regulations are also changing. From 1 January 2027, the net-metering scheme will end completely. Returned solar power can then no longer be settled at the full electricity tariff, but will be paid out at a lower rate.

This dramatically changes the efficiency of solar panels. Not feed-in, but smart own consumption becomes the key. A home battery makes this possible by storing excess solar power and using it later, when it will benefit you most.

What is a home battery and how does it work in practice?

A home battery is a system that allows you to store electricity for later use. The battery captures the power that your solar panels generate, but that you do not need right away at that moment. Instead of returning this energy, you store it in your home.

The goal is simple: make more use of your own generated power, even when the sun is not shining.

This is how you store solar power for later use

During the day, solar panels often produce more power than you consume. Residents are not at home, appliances are off and energy consumption is low. Without a home battery, this power automatically goes into the grid.

With a home battery, this energy is stored. As soon as you need power later in the day, for example in the evening or at night, you use the stored energy first. Only when the battery is empty do you take power from the grid.

In practice, the proportion of own power consumption rises from an average of about 30% to 60% or more, depending on your situation.

Home battery combined with solar panels

A home battery works together with your solar panels and inverter. The inverter converts the generated solar energy into usable electricity for your home. Smart control automatically determines when charging or discharging makes the most sense.

You don't have to do anything for this yourself. Through an app or monitoring system, however, you do have insight into your energy production, storage and consumption. So you can see exactly how much of your own power you use and when you need the grid.

Home batteries in focus

This is what a Shift to Solar home battery looks like in practice. Click through recent installations at customers' homes.

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Which home battery suits your home?

Choosing a suitable home battery is about more than just the storage capacity. Of course, the number of kilowatt hours is important, but also how and when your electricity use plays a big role. Think of times when you use a lot of energy, such as in the evening, while working from home or when charging an electric car. Plans for the future, such as a heat pump or additional solar panels, also count.

To get you started, below you will see situations we regularly encounter in practice. These examples provide guidance for initial orientation. However, the right capacity differs per house and energy profile.

Small household

• Solar panels: 6-8 panels
• Annual consumption: about 3,000 kWh
• Indicative battery: 3-5 kWh

Average family

• Solar panels: 8-12 panels
• Annual consumption: about 4,500 kWh
• Indicative battery: 5-10 kWh

Large household

• Solar panels: 12-16 panels
• Annual consumption: approximately 6,500 kWh
• Indicative battery: 10-15 kWh

House with electric car or heat pump

• Solar panels: 14 or more
• Annual consumption: 7,000 kWh or more
• Indicative battery: 10-20 kWh

Want to know what this means for your home? Use the calculation tool to get a quick first estimate. For precise and future-proof advice, we like to look beyond averages. With a no-obligation quote, we analyse your energy use, generation and plans, so that the chosen battery remains a good fit in the long term.

Common mistakes when choosing a home battery

When making a choice, we regularly see a number of concerns. By taking these into account beforehand, you can avoid disappointment afterwards:

• Choosing a battery that is structurally too large or too small, thus not using its capacity efficiently
• Only paying attention to the purchase price, without considering use, efficiency and lifespan
• No allowance for future additions, such as additional solar panels, a charging station or a heat pump

By first properly understanding your energy profile and future plans, a home battery remains a logical and practical choice even in the long run.

Having a home battery installed in Hoogeveen: this is how we do it

A home battery should operate trouble-free and safely on a daily basis. That starts with good advice and ends with accurate installation. That is why we take you through the whole process step by step, so you know in advance what to expect.

Installation by certified specialists

Our technicians specialise in renewable energy systems and work according to current safety standards. They ensure a correct connection in the meter box, carefully set up the home battery and give clear explanations on how to use it. So you can be sure that the system works safely and is properly adapted to your home.

From advice to installation: all under one roof

At Shift to Solar, we take care of the entire process. You have a single point of contact and all parts are coordinated.

• Analysis of your energy consumption and yield of solar panels
• Technical design to suit your home and installation
• Installation and commissioning of the home battery
• Explanation, monitoring and after-care after completion

This way, all components work well together and the system remains reliable and practical to use in the long run.

What does a home battery cost?

The investment in a home battery varies from one home to another. This is because no two energy installations are the same. The required storage capacity, the technical situation in your home and your plans for the future together determine what is appropriate in your case.

That is why Shift to Solar does not work with fixed rates. Instead, you always receive a free quote. This gives you a clear and complete overview of the costs in advance, tailored to your situation, with no surprises afterwards.

What is always included in our price?

A quote from Shift to Solar includes the complete process as standard:

• Expert installation by certified fitters
• Careful adjustment and testing of the system
• Clear explanation of operation and daily use
• Warranty on both home battery and installation
• Service and support after delivery

This way you can be sure that you are not just investing in a home battery, but in a solution that is technically sound and continues to function reliably.

Subsidies and schemes for home batteries

Subsidies and schemes can play a role when buying a home battery, but vary from situation to situation and change regularly. Therefore, a realistic approach is important.

National schemes and VAT benefits

National schemes for home batteries are limited. In some cases, VAT refunds are possible, depending on the application and installation. We always explain clearly what does and does not apply in your situation.

Provincial and local opportunities

Sometimes there are provincial or local initiatives. These are often temporary and not available for every home. Together, we look at what applies to your situation and give a realistic picture of the possibilities.

Customer experiences

Customers choose Shift to Solar because of its clear advice and straightforward working method. From the first contact, it is clear what is happening and why certain choices are being made.

What is especially appreciated is that the entire process is taken care of: from analysis and design to installation and aftercare. This ensures peace of mind during the process and confidence in the end result.

Curious about experiences of other customers? Read them here.

Personalised advice on a home battery in Hoogeveen

Are you wondering what the phasing out of the net-metering scheme means concretely for your home in Hoogeveen? Or would you like to know whether a home battery suits your current energy consumption and future plans? We would be happy to discuss the options with you.

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