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Home Backup Power Installers in California

In much of California, backup power means planning for wildfire-season shutoffs as well as storms. Utilities including SCE, SDG&E and PG&E may proactively cut power in high fire-risk conditions. The state's net billing tariff has also changed how solar exports are credited, which makes batteries more valuable for many solar homes. Use this page to find installers by city and check a license with the CSLB.

Find an Installer by City

Don't see your city? Many installers serve a wide area. Check the nearest city, or ask us for help.

Installers Serving California

We're still vetting installers in California. In the meantime, our team can help you plan a system and explain what to look for in an installer.

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Home Backup in California: What to Know

  • Outages and the California Grid

    Southern California Edison, San Diego Gas & Electric and PG&E each run Public Safety Power Shutoff programs that can de-energize lines in high fire-risk conditions, sometimes for days in the most exposed areas.

  • Solar and Batteries

    Under the CPUC's Net Billing Tariff, which applies to SDG&E, PG&E and SCE customers applying for solar interconnection on or after April 15, 2023, exported solar is credited at a rate reflecting its value to the grid. That increases the value of storing and using your own solar power.

  • Incentives and Utility Programs

    California's Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) has funded home batteries, but its residential budgets are largely waitlisted or closed to new applications as of the latest program notices (late 2025 to 2026). Check current status with the SGIP administrator for your utility before you count on a rebate.

  • Checking an Installer's License

    California contractors are licensed by the Contractors State License Board (CSLB). C-10 (Electrical), C-46 (Solar) and B (General Building) are the most relevant classifications. The CSLB license check shows status, bonds, workers' compensation and any complaint disclosures.

  • Permits and Inspections

    Permits are issued by your city or county building department. Many offer streamlined residential solar-and-storage permits. Your installer normally pulls them.

Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Home Backup Installer

  1. Are you licensed for this work in California? Ask for the license number and check it with the Contractors State License Board (CSLB).
  2. Will you pull the permits and schedule the inspections? Permitted work protects your insurance and resale value.
  3. Have you installed this type of system before? Ask about battery, generator or transfer-switch projects like yours, and which brands.
  4. Will you install equipment I buy myself? Many installers will. Some only install what they sell. Ask before you buy.
  5. What's included in the quote? Look for the equipment, panel work, transfer switch, permits, utility paperwork and haul-away.
  6. What warranty do you provide on your workmanship? It's separate from the manufacturer's equipment warranty.
  7. How will the system switch over in an outage? Automatic or manual, and which circuits will be backed up.
  8. Who services the system after installation?

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California Home Backup FAQs

Can I still get a battery rebate in California?

Possibly, but don't count on it. The Self-Generation Incentive Program's residential budgets are largely waitlisted or closed to new applicants as of the latest notices from its administrators, with remaining funds focused on income-qualified and resiliency tiers. Check with the SGIP administrator for your utility.

How do I check a California contractor's license?

Use the CSLB's online license check. Search by license number, business name or person. It shows whether the license is current and active, its classifications (look for C-10 or C-46 for battery and solar work), bonds, workers' compensation and any complaint disclosures.

Will a battery get me through a public safety power shutoff?

It can, if it's sized to your essential loads and the expected duration. Solar recharging or a generator input extends runtime. Ask your installer to design around your utility's typical shutoff length.

Can I buy my own equipment and hire a local installer?

Often, yes. Many installers will install customer-supplied equipment, but policies vary. Each listing in this directory shows whether the installer says they do. Confirm with the installer before you buy, and share the exact model so they can plan the installation.

Does Outbound Power install equipment?

No. Outbound Power sells home backup equipment and helps you plan a system. Installation is done by independent, licensed contractors like those listed here.

How are installers chosen for this directory?

Installers apply or are invited. Before listing, we confirm their business identity, check their license with the Contractors State License Board (CSLB), and confirm their services and service area. Verified installers have also completed an insurance and reputation review. Nobody pays to be listed or for placement. Directory standards →

Installers listed here are independent businesses, not employees or agents of Outbound Power. We check the items described in our directory standards, but we don't supervise or guarantee their work. Confirm licensing, permits, pricing and warranty terms in your written agreement. Listed in alphabetical order; Verified installers appear first. Nobody pays for placement.