Answers to the most frequently asked questions about return on investment, installation costs, safety and everything you need to know before investing in a home battery.
The payback period depends on your energy consumption, the battery system and how you use the battery.
The average payback period for a home battery is 7 to 10 years. This depends heavily on your situation:
With current energy prices (€0.25-€0.40 per kWh), some households can achieve a payback period of just 5-6 years.
You can calculate your payback period using our free savings calculator. Here are the main factors:
Good news: The payback period becomes faster after the end of net metering! Net metering is being phased out from 2025 and will disappear completely in 2031.
Read more about the end of net metering and what this means for you.
Yes! In addition to saving, you can also actively earn money with your home battery:
Transparent prices and clear explanations of all costs. No hidden fees.
Prices depend on capacity and brand. Here's an overview:
| Battery System | Capacity | Price (incl. installation) |
|---|---|---|
| Marstek Venus 3.0 | 5 kWh | From €1,595 |
| Marstek Venus 2.0 | 5 kWh | From €1,399 |
| Felicity + Solis S5 | 12.5 kWh | From €4,450 |
| Felicity 40kWh Tower | 40 kWh | From €10,950 |
* All prices include 21% VAT, inverter, installation and connection. No hidden costs.
At Energieopslag040, all costs are included in the stated price:
Unfortunately there is currently no national subsidy for home batteries in the Netherlands. However:
Installing a home battery is relatively quick and usually completed within one day:
In most cases: No. Home batteries up to a certain power output fall under the permit-exempt category:
We handle everything for you: Our installers check whether your situation is permit-exempt and handle any notifications.
Safety is our top priority. Here's everything you need to know about the safety of home batteries.
Modern home batteries are very safe and have multiple built-in safety systems:
All our batteries are certified for the European market:
Yes, home batteries are specially designed for residential use. Our certified installers advise on the best location:
That depends on the type of battery system:
Tip: Choose a system with backup function if you want your battery to work during power outages as well.
Home batteries produce no harmful electromagnetic radiation. They comply with strict EU standards:
In most cases: Yes. Home batteries are increasingly being accepted by insurers:
Our energy experts are ready to answer all your questions. Free and without obligation.
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