Extreme heat is Nevada's costliest weather hazard for the power supply, and in a summer outage, cooling is the load that matters. This page lists installers by city and shows how to confirm a license with the Nevada State Contractors Board before you hire.
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 Nevada
We're still vetting installers in Nevada. In the meantime, our team can help you plan a system and explain what to look for in an installer.
Home Backup in Nevada: What to Know
Outages and the Nevada Grid
FEMA's National Risk Index puts expected annual losses in Nevada from heat waves at about $305 million, more than any other weather hazard that commonly knocks out power. Wildfire and winter weather come next, and Clark County has the highest heat-wave losses in the state.
Utilities
NV Energy serves most Nevada homes, including Las Vegas and Reno, and a few co-ops serve rural areas.
Incentives and Utility Programs
NV Energy has offered incentives for batteries paired with solar, but availability has changed with demand. Check NV Energy's energy storage page for the program's current status before you buy.
Checking an Installer's License
Nevada contractors, including electrical contractors under the C-2 classification, are licensed by the Nevada State Contractors Board. Check any contractor on the board's license search.
Permits and Inspections
Electrical permits come from your city or county building department, such as Clark County or the City of Las Vegas.
Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Home Backup Installer
- Are you licensed for this work in Nevada? Ask for the license number and check it with the Nevada State Contractors Board.
- Will you pull the permits and schedule the inspections? Permitted work protects your insurance and resale value.
- Have you installed this type of system before? Ask about battery, generator or transfer-switch projects like yours, and which brands.
- Will you install equipment I buy myself? Many installers will. Some only install what they sell. Ask before you buy.
- What's included in the quote? Look for the equipment, panel work, transfer switch, permits, utility paperwork and haul-away.
- What warranty do you provide on your workmanship? It's separate from the manufacturer's equipment warranty.
- How will the system switch over in an outage? Automatic or manual, and which circuits will be backed up.
- Who services the system after installation?
Need Help Choosing Equipment First?
Tell us about your home and what you want to keep running, and an Outbound Power specialist will recommend a system and explain how installation would work. No obligation.
Nevada Home Backup FAQs
Do I need a licensed contractor to install a home battery in Nevada?
Are there Nevada incentives for home batteries?
Can a home battery run my air conditioner?
Many whole-home systems can run central AC if the battery and inverter are sized for its starting and running load. Your installer should confirm the AC unit's requirements during the site visit.
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 Nevada State Contractors Board, 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.
