Tesla Powerwall

Better Earth is proud to be an authorized Tesla Powerwall installer. The Tesla Powerwall is a backup battery designed to provide electricity during blackouts and for daily electric use.

Tesla Battery Monitoring:

Overview:

Tesla's battery monitoring system provides real-time insights into your energy production and consumption. This monitoring is accessible through Tesla's Mobile App.

Installation Day Monitoring Setup:

Monitoring will be established on the same day as your Tesla battery installation. It is crucial to set up your monitoring account during installation to facilitate effective monitoring by Better Earth.

Monitoring Apps:

System monitoring can be accessed through the Tesla monitoring app.

Note that the Tesla monitoring app is distinct from the SolarEdge inverter monitoring app, which tracks solar production.

Activation Notice:

Keep in mind that system production data will not be visible in the monitoring apps until your system has been activated.

What The Tesla Powerwall Can Backup:

Whole-Home Backup:

Better Earth installs a minimum of 2 Tesla Powerwalls to provide comprehensive whole-home backup solutions.

Supported Loads:

Tesla's Powerwall for Whole Home Backup is capable of supporting the entire home, including 120V and 240V loads such as lights, appliances, air conditioners, and more.

Tesla Battery Modes and Configuration:

Customized Configuration:

The Tesla battery can be configured to align with the specific energy needs of your home, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.

Mobile App Control:

Utilize the Tesla mobile app to monitor and manage your solar system's performance. The app provides features and control modes for a personalized and efficient energy experience.

Setup:

Registration:

To begin registration, download the Tesla App on your phone and sign in with your Tesla Account.

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Existing Tesla Products:

If you already own other Tesla vehicles or energy products, register your Powerwall using the same email address.

Registration Instructions:

Follow the instructions on the Tesla Website to Register your Powerwall to your account.

Warranty:

Tesla’s Warranty:

The Tesla battery is backed by a substantial 10-year warranty, providing peace of mind and assurance for the longevity and reliability of the system.

A Better Earth Installation in Los Angeles

FAQ

Minimum System Size:

There is no minimum system size required to install a Tesla Powerwall battery, as long as the solar system size meets the minimum 8 panel requirement.

How Many Can Be Installed:

A minimum of 1 Tesla Powerwall and a maximum of 3 Tesla Powerwalls can be installed at a time. These are the recommend amount of batteries based on your annual usage.

1 Battery for annual kWh usage of: Less than 10,000 kWh/year

2 Batteries for annual kWh usage of: 10,000-20,000 kWh/year

3 Batteries for annual kWh usage of: 20,000-30,000 kWh/year

Purchase Options:

Tesla battery systems can be purchased outright along with the solar system.

The batteries can be financed together with the solar system.

Alternatively, the batteries can be financed independently if you decide to add them to your system after the solar system has been installed.

Project Timeline Impact:

Installing a Tesla battery may result in slightly longer project timelines due to additional process requirements during the design, permitting, installation, and inspection stages.

Specifications of Tesla Battery:

Powerwall Spec Sheet

Total Capacity: 14 kWh

Usable Energy: 13.5 kWh

Continuous Output: 5 kWh

These statistics are per battery.