Solar Inverter & Battery Storage Installation
Power your home with a professionally installed solar inverter and battery storage system – designed, wired, and commissioned by qualified electricians. Homeowners and businesses across Indiana choose Kochs Electric for clean solar energy solutions that deliver reliable backup power, help reduce reliance on the grid, and lower electric bills over time.
5 Highlights on Solar Inverter & Battery Storage Installation
- Hybrid inverter compatibility — Kochs Electric installs single-phase and three-phase hybrid inverters that manage DC input from your solar panels, AC output to your home, and bidirectional charging to store excess energy in your lithium battery bank – providing integrated energy storage for the overall system.
- LiFePO4 and lithium battery integration — We configure and commission advanced battery storage systems using proven lithium batteries and full BMS integration, balancing state of charge, depth of discharge, and cycle life to maximize battery performance and protect your investment.
- Grid-tied and off-grid capability — Whether you need a grid-tied system with anti-islanding protection or a fully off-grid setup with an MPPT charge controller, we wire and program the right solution – offering backup and off-grid options to help you maintain power and build long-term energy resilience.
- AS/NZS and IEC compliant installations — Every professional solar installation meets current electrical standards, with test reports, compliance certificates, and single-line diagrams provided at handover.
- Smart metering and export monitoring — We install generation meters, export meters, and smart meters so you can track energy usage, improve visibility into your solar power production, and record kilowatt-hour output and grid feed-in data to maximize energy savings.
Why Choose Our Solar Inverter & Battery Storage Installation
Kochs Electric brings licensed electrician expertise to every solar inverter and battery storage installation – not just solar installer experience. That distinction matters when choosing a professional electrical contractor for residential, commercial, or industrial projects. Inverter wiring, switchboard integration, and battery bank termination require a qualified electrician who understands prospective fault current, loop impedance, and insulation resistance testing. We do all of it in-house.
We’re experienced with DC-coupled and AC-coupled configurations. We route and pull cable through conduit, terminate MC4 connectors, install combiner boxes, and mount isolator and disconnect switches to code. Our system design process is built around clear communication, so every customer understands the overall system before work begins. Every system gets a full commissioning report before we leave the site.
Our team configures inverter software, programs charge and discharge schedules, and calibrates the BMS to match your household energy needs and load profile. We don’t hand you a system and walk away. We walk you through the generation meter readings, explain your state of charge display, and confirm your surge protector and SPD are correctly rated and installed. Every customer gets a no-pressure walkthrough tailored to their specific goals.
Kochs Electric carries full electrical licensing and insurance. We pull the required electrical permits, work with your grid operator or utility company on grid connection approval, and handle the feed-in tariff paperwork where applicable. We also help you identify available incentives and rebates offered by utility companies and government programs that can reduce upfront energy costs. You get a trusted, top-rated installation backed by workmanship guarantees and manufacturer warranty support – designed to lower your utility costs, reduce electricity bills, and deliver long-term energy savings.
Signs You Need Solar Inverter & Battery Storage Installation
1. Your inverter is faulted or tripping repeatedly: A faulted inverter that trips the circuit breaker or displays error codes isn’t just an inconvenience – it’s a sign the system needs diagnosis and can hurt overall system performance and disrupt your electricity supply. Causes range from a degraded DC input string to a misconfigured protection relay or a failed MPPT unit. Kochs Electric troubleshoots and repairs or replaces inverter components to improve performance before the fault damages downstream equipment.
2. Your battery bank isn’t holding charge: If your lithium battery or LiFePO4 bank discharges faster than expected, the BMS may be out of calibration, cells may be unbalanced, or the depth of discharge settings may be incorrectly programmed. We test, condition, and reconfigure battery storage systems to restore rated capacity and cycle life. Where needed, we can also upgrade your setup with advanced battery technology for more dependable solar battery backup and battery backup performance.
3. You’re building a new home or adding a solar array: New construction and retrofit projects both need a properly designed solar inverter and battery storage installation from the start. For new homes, we offer a custom system design process that accounts for the structure, energy usage, and roof layout before any panel installation begins. We size the system, design the wiring diagram, install the racking system and roof mount, and wire everything from the solar panel array through to the switchboard and consumer unit – building a foundation for your clean energy future.
4. Your current system isn’t grid-connected or export-ready: An off-grid system that you want to convert to grid-tied needs anti-islanding protection, a compliant generation meter, and utility company approval. Converting also helps you reduce reliance on the utility grid, lower exposure to rising utility rates, and move toward greater energy independence. We upgrade and retrofit existing installations to meet current AS/NZS standards and get your export meter commissioned.
5. You’re experiencing surges or voltage spikes: Unexplained surges or voltage spikes at your distribution board can indicate a poorly installed or unprotected inverter output, and may cause outages or disrupt your backup power supply. We install rated SPDs, check busbar connections, and verify that all fused and protected circuits are correctly labeled and torqued to specification – improving the resilience and stability of your overall system.
Our Solar Inverter & Battery Storage Installation Process
Step 1 — Site Assessment and Design We inspect your roof mount or ground mount location, assess energy usage patterns and energy needs, measure available DC input from your solar panel array, and evaluate your switchboard and consumer unit capacity. We produce a custom single-line diagram and wiring schematic tailored to your property as part of our full system design service.
Step 2 — Permits and Approvals We submit the electrical permit application, coordinate grid connection approval with your utility company, confirm feed-in tariff eligibility, and review available incentives that may help offset costs before any work starts.
Step 3 — Mounting and Cable Management We install the racking system on the structure, mount the inverter and battery enclosure, and run conduit and cable tray for all DC and AC wiring. Cable is routed, pulled, and secured with proper IP-rated fittings and weatherproof sealing at every penetration.
Step 4 — Wiring and Termination We connect MC4 connectors on the string, terminate all conductors at the terminal blocks, wire the BMS, and install the isolator, disconnect switch, and surge protector. Every lug is crimped and torqued to the manufacturer’s specification.
Step 5 — Testing and Commissioning We measure insulation resistance, test polarity, check continuity, and verify loop impedance. We energise the system, configure the inverter software, program charge and discharge cycles, and calibrate the smart meter. A full commissioning report and compliance certificate are issued at handover, along with maintenance guidance to keep your professional installation performing at its best.
Brands We Use
Kochs Electric installs solar inverter and battery storage equipment from proven, certified manufacturers. We select brands with strong warranty programs, reliable BMS technology, and inverter firmware that supports full commissioning and configuration.
- SolarEdge
- Fronius
- SMA
- Enphase
- Sungrow
- Tesla
- BYD
- Goodwe
- Victron Energy
- Redback Technologies
All equipment we install is rated, certified, and compliant with AS/NZS and IEC standards. We never install uncertified or unrated components — your safety and your warranty depend on it.
Other Services
| Solar inverter installation | Solar inverter setup | Hybrid inverter wiring electrician |
| Battery storage installation | Home battery system install | LiFePO4 battery bank commissioning |
| Solar battery storage system | Solar and battery installation | BMS configuration solar system |
| Hybrid inverter installation | AC-coupled battery installation | Grid-tied inverter anti-islanding |
| Solar inverter and battery installation | Off-grid battery inverter setup | MPPT charge controller installation |
FAQs About Solar Inverter & Battery Storage Installation
What is a solar inverter and battery storage installation?
It’s the complete process of mounting, wiring, configuring, and commissioning an inverter that converts DC power from your solar panels into clean solar electricity, paired with a battery bank that stores excess solar power for use when the sun isn’t generating. The result is a system that supports energy independence and reduces your reliance on grid electricity.
How does a hybrid inverter work?
A hybrid inverter manages three energy flows at once – DC input from your solar array, AC output to your home or grid, and bidirectional charging and discharging of your batteries. It uses an integrated MPPT charge controller to regulate DC input and a BMS interface to monitor state of charge and depth of discharge, helping to improve energy efficiency and overall system performance.
How long does installation take?
Most residential solar inverter and battery storage installations take one to two days. We service both residential and commercial properties across Indiana, and installation timelines vary by project scope. Larger three-phase or off-grid systems with ground mount arrays and multiple battery modules may take longer depending on conduit routing, switchboard upgrades, and grid connection requirements.
Can I add battery storage to an existing solar system?
Yes. Kochs Electric retrofits battery storage to existing grid-tied systems using AC-coupled or DC-coupled configurations depending on your current inverter. Adding solar battery backup gives you reliable backup power during outages and improves energy resilience year-round. We assess your existing wiring, upgrade the switchboard if needed, and commission the new battery bank to work with your current setup.
Does the system need to be inspected after installation?
Every installation requires a test report covering insulation resistance, polarity, continuity, and loop impedance. We issue a compliance certificate and, where required, arrange an independent inspector or certifier sign-off before the system is energised and connected to the grid.
What warranty do I get?
Workmanship is covered by Kochs Electric’s installation guarantee. Equipment warranties vary by brand – inverters typically carry 5 to 12 years, and lithium battery systems carry 10 years or a rated cycle life guarantee. We provide all datasheet documentation and warranty registration at commissioning handover. Our team also remains available for ongoing maintenance and service, so you’re supported long after installation to protect your investment and your energy future.