McKinney Solar Battery Installation The Light Battery Program™
Add a battery, receive a $54 monthly credit, and reduce how much electricity you buy from the grid.
Why Many Solar Homes Still Have Electric Bills
McKinney has become one of the fastest-growing cities in North Texas.
As neighborhoods expand, more homeowners are installing solar panels to reduce energy costs.
But many homeowners quickly discover something unexpected:
Even with solar, they still have $120–$200 monthly electric bills.
This happens because solar panels generate electricity primarily during the middle of the day, while homes often use the most power later in the evening.
In many McKinney homes, energy demand increases when:
- Families return home after work
- Air conditioning continues running in the evening
- Appliances and electronics are used
Why Solar Energy Leaves the Home Too Early
Most solar systems operate the same way.
During the day:
- Solar panels produce electricity
- Excess power is exported to the grid
- Solar production stops
- Electricity must be purchased from the grid
How the Light Battery Program™ Changes the Equation
A solar battery allows your system to store extra energy during the day.
That energy can then power your home after sunset, when electricity demand is higher.
The Light Battery Program™ also includes a $54 monthly battery credit that helps offset the cost of the battery.
Example scenario.
Typical McKinney solar homeowner:
- Remaining electric bill:
- $150/month
With the Light Battery Program™
Battery lease: $85/monthBattery credit: –$54/month
Effective battery cost: about $31/month
Instead of exporting solar energy cheaply and buying power later, homeowners can store their solar energy and use it when their home needs it most.
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A Battery Upgrade Built for Solar Homes
The Light Battery Program™ was designed specifically for homeowners who already have solar installed.
The program includes:
- Battery storage installation
- A participating electricity provider
- A fixed $54 monthly battery credit
- 1:1 net metering structure under the program
- Backup power capability
- Store more of their solar energy
- Reduce electricity purchased from the grid
- Add backup power protection
Before and After Adding Battery Storage
Before installing a battery:
Solar powers the home during the dayExtra energy exported to the gridElectricity purchased from the grid at night
Typical remaining bill:
- ~$150/month
After installing a battery:
Solar energy stored during the dayStored energy powers the home in the evening
Battery lease: $85/monthBattery credit: –$54/month
Effective cost:
- ~$31/month
Actual results depend on:
- Solar system size
- Home electricity usage
- Electric plan
- Battery capacity
- Keep the solar power your system produces.
The Light Battery Program™ May Be Right If You:
- Already have solar
- Own one or more EVs
- Experience high evening usage
- Export significant midday production
- Prefer lease over large upfront loan
- Want both optimization and backup
Plano homeowners often focus on:
- Long-term ROI
- Efficiency
- Energy independence
Battery integration supports all three.
Get a Free QuoteSee If Your McKinney Solar System Qualifies
Not every solar system is compatible with a battery upgrade.
Our team reviews:
- Solar system size
- Inverter compatibility
- Electric provider
- Energy usage patterns
Frequently Asked Questions
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. Details are confirmed before activation.
The Light Battery Program™ is primarily structured as a lease model to reduce upfront investment compared to traditional purchase financing.
Total bill impact depends on system size, usage patterns, and rate structure. Many homeowners reduce evening grid exposure significantly, but outcomes vary.
When configured for backup, the battery can power designated circuits or the home during grid interruptions and recharge from solar during daylight.
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