When backup matters most
Xcel shutoffs in December 2025 and March 2026 lasted 24 to 72 hours or more in affected areas. West Lakewood homes closer to the foothills have more reason to plan for that than homes on the flat east side, though any home can lose power in a windstorm.
Costs and incentives
We install Tesla Powerwall 3, Enphase IQ Battery and SigEnergy. Colorado’s 10% state income-tax credit for home batteries covers tax years through 2026, and batteries are exempt from state sales tax. Xcel’s Renewable Battery Connect incentive has been open in 2026 at stepped-down amounts; verify current terms before counting on it.
FAQ
Questions we hear
How long will one battery last in a Lakewood outage?
Running essentials only — fridge, furnace blower, lights, internet — a 13.5 kWh Powerwall 3 can last well into a day or longer, and solar recharges it when the sun is up.
Will a battery work during an Xcel wildfire shutoff?
Yes. The battery disconnects from the grid and powers your backed-up circuits; solar can keep charging it.
Is a battery worth it on Lakewood’s east side?
It depends mostly on your evening usage and how much you value backup. For low evening use and rare outages, it may not pay off.