Yorkshire Battery Storage at a Glance
What is Home Battery Storage?
Home battery storage systems use lithium-ion technology to store electricity for use when you need it most. These compact units, typically wall-mounted in a garage, utility room, or on an exterior wall, hold between 5kWh and 15kWh of energy, enough to power an average Yorkshire home through an entire evening and overnight period. Modern batteries are silent, maintenance-free, and designed to last 10 to 15 years with minimal degradation.
If you have solar panels, a battery stores the excess electricity your panels generate during the day rather than exporting it to the grid at low rates. Instead of earning just 3-15p per kWh through the Smart Export Guarantee, you store that energy and use it in the evening when electricity costs 24-40p per kWh. This simple shift from exporting to storing can save Yorkshire households hundreds of pounds each year and increase your solar self-consumption from around 30% to 70-80%.
Even without solar panels, a battery makes financial sense. Smart tariffs like Octopus Go and Intelligent Octopus offer overnight electricity rates as low as 5-7p per kWh between midnight and 5:30am. A battery charges during these cheap hours and discharges during peak times when rates climb to 24-40p per kWh, saving you the difference on every kilowatt-hour. Yorkshire homes benefit particularly well from battery storage due to long winter evenings, variable solar generation across seasons, and the growing availability of time-of-use tariffs in the region.
Battery Systems We Install
We install a carefully selected range of battery systems to suit every Yorkshire home and budget. Each system has been tested extensively by our engineering team and chosen for reliability, performance, and value.
GivEnergy All-in-One 9.5kWh
Capacity: 9.5kWh | Warranty: 10 years
GivEnergy All-in-One 13.5kWh
Capacity: 13.5kWh | Warranty: 10 years
Sigenergy 10kWh
Capacity: 10kWh | Warranty: 15 years
Sigenergy 15kWh
Capacity: 15kWh | Warranty: 15 years
Fox ESS 5.8kWh
Capacity: 5.8kWh | Warranty: 10 years
Solax Triple Power 9.6kWh
Capacity: 9.6kWh | Warranty: 10 years
Benefits for Yorkshire Homes
Battery storage transforms how Yorkshire households use energy. Whether paired with solar panels or used standalone with a smart tariff, the benefits are substantial and measurable.
Dramatically Increase Solar Self-Consumption
Without a battery, a typical Yorkshire solar home uses just 30% of the electricity it generates, exporting the rest at low rates. Add a battery and self-consumption jumps to 70-80%. That means four out of every five units your panels produce are used in your home rather than sold cheaply to the grid. Over a year, this shift alone saves Yorkshire households £300-£500 in reduced electricity imports.
Off-Peak Tariff Savings
Smart tariffs like Octopus Go (7.5p/kWh overnight) and Intelligent Octopus (7p/kWh for 6 hours) let you charge your battery at a fraction of daytime rates. A 10kWh battery charged at 7p and discharged at 30p saves roughly £2.30 per cycle. Over a year, that adds up to £500-£600 in savings even without solar panels. Yorkshire is well served by these tariffs, with Octopus Energy and other suppliers offering competitive overnight rates across the region.
Power Cut Protection
Yorkshire experiences occasional power outages, particularly in rural areas and during winter storms. Premium battery systems like the Sigenergy 15kWh provide whole-home backup, keeping your lights, heating controls, fridge-freezer, and internet running during grid failures. The system switches to backup mode automatically within milliseconds, so you may not even notice the power has gone out. Essential protection for home workers and families with young children.
Future-Proofing for EV Charging
Electric vehicle adoption is accelerating across Yorkshire, and a home battery ensures you can charge your EV using stored solar energy or cheap overnight electricity rather than expensive peak-rate power. A typical EV uses 3-4kWh per 10 miles. With a sufficiently large battery, you can store enough cheap electricity to cover your daily commute without drawing from the grid during expensive hours. The Sigenergy system even includes an integrated EV charger option.
Reduce Grid Dependency
Energy prices have risen dramatically in recent years and show no signs of stabilising long-term. A battery storage system reduces your reliance on grid electricity by 60-80%, insulating your household from future price increases. Combined with solar panels, many Yorkshire homeowners report importing less than 20% of their total electricity needs from the grid, providing genuine energy independence and predictable costs year after year.
Battery Storage Costs in Yorkshire
Battery storage costs have fallen significantly over the past three years and continue to decrease as manufacturing scales up globally. Here is what Yorkshire homeowners can expect to pay in 2026.
Standalone Battery Installation
Battery + Solar Bundle Savings
Installing a battery at the same time as solar panels saves 10-15% compared with buying them separately. This is because the inverter, wiring, and labour are shared between both installations, and scaffolding only needs to be erected once. A combined 4kW solar and 9.5kWh battery system typically costs £9,500-£13,000, compared with £10,500-£15,000 if purchased individually.
Payback and Financial Summary
Areas We Install Battery Storage
YEERS provides battery storage installation services across the whole of Yorkshire. Our Hull-based installation teams cover the following areas with typical lead times of 2-4 weeks from survey to commissioning.
Hull and East Yorkshire
Battery storage for Hull, Beverley, Cottingham, Hessle, Driffield, and Bridlington.
View Hull battery storageLeeds and West Yorkshire
Installations across Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, and the wider West Yorkshire area.
View Leeds battery storageYork and North Yorkshire
Battery storage services for York, Harrogate, Selby, and surrounding North Yorkshire towns.
View York battery storageSheffield and South Yorkshire
Battery and solar installations across Sheffield, Doncaster, Barnsley, and Rotherham.
View Sheffield servicesWe also install battery storage in Beverley, Cottingham, Hessle, Driffield, Bridlington, and Goole. Wherever you are in Yorkshire, our team can reach you for a free home survey and same-week quotation.
Choosing the Right Battery Size
Selecting the correct battery capacity is essential to maximising your return on investment. Too small and you will still import expensive peak electricity. Too large and you are paying for storage you do not use. Here is our recommendation based on property size and typical Yorkshire energy usage.
1-2 Bedroom Home: 5kWh Battery
Covers typical evening electricity use including lighting, cooking, entertainment, and appliances. Sufficient to avoid most peak-rate imports for smaller households. A 5kWh battery fully charges from solar in 2-3 hours of good generation or in around 1.5 hours from cheap overnight tariffs.
3 Bedroom Home: 9.5-10kWh Battery
The most popular size for Yorkshire families. Provides full overnight coverage from evening meal preparation through to morning, including running the dishwasher, washing machine, and keeping the fridge-freezer powered. Enough capacity to bridge the gap between solar generation ending at dusk and restarting at dawn.
4+ Bedroom Home: 13.5kWh+ Battery
For larger households with higher energy consumption, a 13.5kWh or larger battery provides whole-home independence through the evening and night. Essential for homes with electric heating, hot tubs, or multiple occupants. Delivers near-complete energy autonomy when paired with a 6kW+ solar system.
EV Owners: Add 5-10kWh Extra Capacity
If you own or plan to purchase an electric vehicle, add 5-10kWh to your base requirement. This allows your battery to cover both household use and daily EV charging from stored cheap-rate or solar electricity, avoiding the need to charge your car at peak tariff rates.
For homes with particularly high energy demands, consider stacking multiple battery modules. Both GivEnergy and Sigenergy systems support modular expansion, allowing you to add capacity as your needs grow without replacing existing equipment.
Installation Process
Our battery installation process is straightforward and designed to minimise disruption to your daily routine. From initial contact to a fully operational system, here is what to expect.
Survey and Assessment
A qualified YEERS engineer visits your property for approximately one hour. They assess your electrical system, identify the optimal battery location, review your existing solar setup (if applicable), and analyse your energy usage patterns. We check your consumer unit capacity and discuss your goals to recommend the perfect system.
System Design
Within one week of your survey, we deliver a detailed proposal including the recommended battery system, projected savings, installation plan, and a clear quotation with no hidden costs. We model your specific energy usage against your chosen tariff to provide accurate, personalised return-on-investment calculations.
Installation
Battery installation typically takes one day for a retrofit to an existing solar system, or is completed on the same day when installed alongside new solar panels. Our MCS-certified electricians handle all wiring, mounting, and connection work. We ensure the battery is securely installed and integrated with your existing electrical infrastructure with minimal disruption to your household.
Commissioning, App Setup, and Smart Tariff Guidance
Once installed, we thoroughly test the system, configure the battery management software, set up your monitoring app, and walk you through the controls. We advise on the best smart tariff for your situation and configure automated charging schedules to maximise your savings from day one. You receive full documentation and our ongoing support for monitoring and optimisation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does battery storage cost in Yorkshire?
Battery storage costs in Yorkshire range from £3,000 for a compact 5.8kWh Fox ESS system to £9,000 for a premium 15kWh Sigenergy unit with whole-home backup. The most popular option for Yorkshire families is the GivEnergy All-in-One 9.5kWh at £3,500-£5,000 installed. Prices include all equipment, installation, commissioning, and configuration. When installed alongside solar panels, batteries qualify for 0% VAT, and bundle pricing saves an additional 10-15% compared with purchasing separately.
Can I add battery storage to existing solar panels?
Yes, absolutely. Retrofitting a battery to an existing solar panel system is one of our most common installations across Yorkshire. If you already have a hybrid inverter, the battery connects directly and installation typically takes just half a day. If you have a standard string inverter, we can either add an AC-coupled battery system or upgrade your inverter to a hybrid unit at the same time. We handle all the technical integration, ensuring your existing solar system works seamlessly with the new battery.
Which battery brand is best?
The best battery depends on your priorities. For value and reliability, GivEnergy is our most recommended brand, offering excellent performance with a strong UK support network and intuitive app. For premium features including AI optimisation, longer warranties, and whole-home backup capability, Sigenergy is the leading choice. Fox ESS offers the best entry-level pricing for budget-conscious homeowners. We assess your specific requirements during the survey and recommend the most suitable system for your home and energy goals.
How long do batteries last?
Modern lithium-ion home batteries are designed to last 10-15 years with minimal capacity loss. Most manufacturers guarantee at least 80% of original capacity after 10 years, with Sigenergy extending this to 15 years. In real-world use, batteries typically retain 70-80% capacity after 15 years. With one charge-discharge cycle per day, a quality battery will complete around 4,000-6,000 cycles over its lifetime before needing replacement. After the warranty period, batteries continue to function effectively, just with slightly reduced maximum capacity.
Do batteries work during power cuts?
This depends on the system. Standard battery installations without Emergency Power Supply (EPS) functionality will shut down during a power cut for safety reasons, as they are grid-tied. However, systems with EPS or full backup capability, such as the Sigenergy 15kWh, automatically disconnect from the grid and continue powering your home using stored battery energy. The switchover happens within milliseconds. If backup protection is important to you, we recommend Sigenergy systems which provide seamless whole-home backup as standard.
How much can I save with battery storage?
Yorkshire homeowners typically save £300-£600 per year with battery storage, on top of any existing solar panel savings. The exact amount depends on your battery size, electricity tariff, and energy usage patterns. Homes on smart tariffs like Octopus Go save the most by charging at 7.5p/kWh overnight and avoiding 24-40p/kWh peak rates. Homes with solar panels benefit by storing excess generation rather than exporting at low Smart Export Guarantee rates. Over a battery's 10-15 year lifespan, total savings typically reach £4,000-£8,000.
What size battery do I need?
As a general guide, a 1-2 bedroom Yorkshire home needs around 5kWh, a 3-bedroom home suits 9.5-10kWh, and a 4+ bedroom home benefits from 13.5kWh or more. EV owners should add an extra 5-10kWh to cover daily charging needs. The ideal size also depends on your solar system output, daily energy consumption, and whether you are on a time-of-use tariff. During our free home survey, we analyse your smart meter data and usage patterns to recommend the precise capacity that maximises your savings without overspending.
Can I charge my battery from the grid?
Yes, all the battery systems we install can charge from the grid as well as from solar panels. This is particularly valuable for Yorkshire homeowners on time-of-use tariffs such as Octopus Go, Intelligent Octopus, or Economy 7. The battery charges automatically during cheap overnight periods (typically 12:30am to 5:30am) and discharges during expensive peak hours. We configure the charging schedule during installation and show you how to adjust it via the app. Grid charging works year-round, making batteries worthwhile even during the shorter daylight hours of a Yorkshire winter.
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