Can I Monitor My Home Battery Backup System Remotely?

Yes, you can — and you should.

Today’s solar + battery systems are built with powerful monitoring features. Whether you’re using a Sol-Ark system (like many BC Solar clients) or another battery solution, most modern setups come with user-friendly apps that give you full visibility into your system’s performance.

Here’s what you can typically track from your phone:

• Battery charge level — Know exactly how much stored power you have at any time.

• Energy usage — See what your home or business is consuming and when.

• Solar production — Track how much solar energy your panels are producing.

• Grid status — Many systems alert you when the grid goes down or when your system goes into backup mode.

Some apps also let you:

• Set battery priorities (like using solar first, saving battery for outages, etc.)

• Get maintenance alerts

• Monitor historical energy trends

It’s your power — and your peace of mind. Whether you're home or away, monitoring lets you stay in control and make smarter decisions about how and when you use energy.

Why It Matters in Central Ohio

Weather and grid instability are growing concerns in Columbus and surrounding areas. We've seen customers use monitoring to:

• Prepare before storms by checking charge levels.

• Catch unusual usage spikes early and avoid energy waste.

• Feel confident when traveling that their home’s essentials are protected.

One customer recently shared how his Sol-Ark system alerted him that the utility dropped power while he was out of town — his fridge, sump pump, and internet all stayed online thanks to his backup.

That’s the kind of protection and insight we think every Ohioan deserves.

FAQs

What if I’m not tech-savvy? Is the monitoring app hard to use?

Not at all. Most apps are very straightforward — they use charts and icons to show what's happening in real time. We walk every BC Solar customer through the setup and answer any questions, so you feel confident using it from day one.

Can I monitor more than one system?

Yes. If you have multiple homes or a business and home setup, many systems let you toggle between locations in one app.

What happens if the internet goes down?

Most systems will store data locally and upload it once the connection is restored. And your system will still function even if you can't access the app temporarily.

Need help understanding your battery’s monitoring features or looking to upgrade to a system that gives you more control?

Give us a call at (614) 442-9700 or stop by BC Solar at 777 Busch Ct, Columbus, OH 43229. We’ll walk you through your options — with zero pressure.