If your battery has a defect or mechanical issue, if it breaks, or experiences unreasonable wear and tear, that's where your product warranty comes into play. Nowadays, most manufacturers offer at least 10 years of coverage under a product warranty, while some premium options have up to 20 years of protection against product defects.
Solar battery warranties vary by manufacturer and product. A standard battery warranty should come with at least 10 years of protection, though it can be shorter depending on how often you charge and drain your battery.
Most warranties cover the cycles a battery can handle in its lifetime, the total energy that the battery is expected to deliver, the percentage of the total battery capacity at the end of the warranty period, and the number of years that the battery is expected to operate.
In a nutshell, the warranty covers any GivEnergy residential battery storage system installed from 11/09/2023 – no matter which specific battery and inverter model are fitted. What products does the warranty not cover? Different warranties apply for: Please see product datasheets or refer to any existing warranty documents for details.
A battery storage system is a decades-long investment that a warranty can help protect. The less power your system stores, the more your home may need to draw from the utility company, which eats into your savings. A good warranty ensures that if your battery experiences a problem, that it will be replaced and your investment will be protected.
Home batteries tend to be pretty robust. No-one has a crystal ball, but the well-made batteries will last at least 10 years. The really high quality ones should last as long as 15 years. Warranty periods generally vary from 5 years to 10 years. However, what the warranty document says about degradation is key.