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Most residential battery installations complete in a single day, though complex retrofits might require two days. Equipment mounting begins the physical installation. Wall-mounted batteries require substantial brackets capable of supporting 250+ pounds safely.
If your existing solar system works well, AC-coupled battery addition offers the simplest upgrade path. This approach installs a separate battery inverter alongside your existing solar inverter, allowing both systems to operate independently. Cost considerations favor AC-coupled retrofits for most homeowners.
Solar battery installation costs vary dramatically based on system complexity, local labor rates, and equipment choices. Understanding these factors helps you budget accurately and identify fair pricing. Labor costs typically range from $1,500-4,000 depending on installation complexity.
If you're not certain which system you have, see the Which Version of the SimpliSafe® System Do I Have article. You will likely never need to replace your Base Station's batteries as they are rechargeable and meant to last. The Base Station takes four (4) 1.2V, 1300mAh nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) rechargeable batteries.
The Base Station takes four (4) 1.2V, 1300mAh nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) rechargeable batteries. Regular alkaline batteries should never be inserted into the Base Station, as they may damage the device. Once you have acquired the necessary NiMH rechargeable batteries, you can follow the steps below to replace them:
To replace a base station, remove the old Base Station (including the batteries and power adapter) and return it to SimpliSafe using the enclosed, pre-paid USPS mailing label. Then, plug the new Base Station into the power outlet. Your existing sensors should already be pre-programmed in this replacement system.
Once you have acquired the necessary NiMH rechargeable batteries, you can follow the steps below to replace them: NEVER insert regular alkaline batteries into the Base Station as they may damage the device. Plug your Base Station back into power. Was this helpful?
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