Texas has the most major power outages of any state in the U.S.

Tailored Microgrid Power Systems in 78550, TX

You don’t need to depend on the unreliable Texas power grid for electricity. With Fortress Microgrid, you can achieve energy independence and save on utility costs. From solar-only solutions to custom microgrid systems, we plan and install the best energy solution for your Harlingen home or business. Start a conversation with our experts today.

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Average electricity rates have increased over 20% in the last decade, while power outages have increased over 50%.

Average electricity rates have increased over 20% in the last decade, while power outages have increased over 50%.

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Finding a company to create a solar solution for your home or business can be quite a challenge. I know because I went through five companies – all calling themselves “experts” – and they were not. One of the hallmarks of an expert in a technical field like solar energy is integrity. As an engineer with 50 years of experience in creating technical solutions, I am good at getting to the bottom line for an engineered solution.

I am writing to hopefully save you time and energy in making your solar decision – you want to work with this team. Their professionalism, from initial contact to an engineered design and, finally, attention to detail in the installation, was amazing. I highly recommend Fortress Microgrid. If you want to make your solar experience the best it can be, get in touch with this company.

— David S.

Certified Tesla Solar Roof & Powerwall Installer

Certified Tesla Solar Roof & Powerwall Installer

A Tesla Powerwall functions as a 24/7, whole-home backup battery. It provides energy to charge your electric vehicles and keep your home running throughout the day. Use it to power your home day or night, during an outage, or to go off-grid. Fortress Microgrid is a Certified Powerall installer in Texas and ready to answer any questions you may have about Powerwall installation, power storage, electricity bill savings, and more.

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Why Invest in Solar Power Systems in 78550?

Between 2000 and 2023, Texas led the nation in power outages with 264 blackouts. The majority of these outages were weather-related. Everything from major hurricanes and freezes to powerful winds and severe thunderstorms may cause power outages lasting for days or even weeks. Such power outages in Harlingen, Texas can put your safety and investments at risk.

A custom solar microgrid from Fortress Microgrid can give you the energy independence needed to keep your Harlingen home or business running. When the Texas grid goes out, you won't need to stress about your hard-earned game meat spoiling or missing profit from wasted products. With a full microgrid solution comprised of solar panels, batteries, and generators, you can rest easy knowing your energy autonomy will keep your power reliable.

Beyond energy independence, solar has the benefit of utility savings. When you use a microgrid system to generate and store your own energy, you can significantly decrease your grid-supplied power consumption. Your 78550 electricity expenses will be lower.

Your Harlingen solar microgrid can also help you save on energy costs through peak load shaving. Peak load, also called peak demand, refers to when the power demand on the grid is at its highest. If you use grid electricity during this time, you are charged more for it. Through peak load shaving, you're able to turn to solar energy to decrease or offset your grid energy consumption during these peak hours. Not only can peak load shaving reduce your utility costs, but it also supports grid stability by lowering grid strain during high-demand times.

What Makes a Microgrid Different from Standard Harlingen, TX Solar Systems?

A generic solar solution might give you solar energy in 78550 to power your home and realize energy savings, but you'll still be impacted by power outages. Basic solar panel arrangements usually consist only of panels and have no battery for storing energy, meaning they still need the grid to power your building. When a tree falls onto a power line or a winter freeze results in a blackout, the panels won't keep the grid's failure from causing power failure in your home.

Solar microgrids have solar panels, batteries, and backup generators so you don't have to depend on the Harlingen grid. Microgrids can connect to the Texas grid, but they can also function separately from it, unlike your typical solar panels. These solar power solutions enable you to collect, store, and generate energy, helping you stay self-sufficient during a blackout.

Power Your 78550 Home or Business with Solar Panels

No two homes or businesses are alike, and one building’s energy requirements can differ significantly from the next. We steer clear of generic solutions for solar power and energy independence in Harlingen; our solutions integrate battery storage with solar power. Taking your personal usage and needs into account, we’ll create the right energy solution for your building. — even if that means just solar panels. You can rely on Fortress Microgrid's experts to source and install that meet the needs of your Harlingen home or business.

Besides traditional solar panels, we are proud to offer certified Tesla Solar Roof installation in 78550. Typically, solar panels are added to your current roof structure, but your Tesla Sola Roof will replace your current roof. With a combination of glass solar tiles and custom steel roofing tiles, the Solar Roof provides an aesthetic roof appearance while maximizing your solar production. The Solar Roof system and Tesla Powerwall integrate seamlessly to store power and provide energy independence.

Solar Battery Backup in 78550, Harlingen Keeps You Powered at All Times

For many Texans, solar panels alone are not enough. We have solar and battery systems for buildings across Harlingen. The panels provide energy throughout the day, and surplus power is saved in the battery backup for use at night and when the main grid goes down.

To better service Harlingen homeowners, Fortress Microgrid is an authorized Tesla Powerwall installer. The Tesla Powerwall is a home battery powered by solar power or grid electricity when solar isn’t an option. Excess energy from your solar panels charges the Powerwall, which can supply power to your home both day and night. If an outage happens, the Powerwall provides backup power, guaranteeing a continuous supply of energy.

Custom Solar Solutions with Generators in 78550

Fortress Microgrid excels in providing robust and reliable energy solutions, which sets us apart from other solar providers. Our bespoke Texas solar microgrid systems, which comprise of panels, batteries (for energy storage), and generators, are meant to power your building no matter the circumstances — even if there's low solar generation or a Harlingen power outage. We will completely customize your microgrid system based on the energy consumption of your overall property, home, or building and how much backup you'd like. Whether you want to back up your entire brewery or your home's pool house, we can plan and install a solar power system that grants true energy independence.

Why Choose Fortress Microgrid for Custom Solar Solutions in Harlingen, TX

Texas residents need a dependable power supply for a wide range of reasons. You may have crucial medical devices that need to stay powered or an extensive wine collection you must keep cool. You might need to ensure the safety of large animals on your ranch or maintain temperature consistency in your brewery's hoppers. When it comes to your energy security, you want to work with a trustworthy 78550 solar system installer.

Fortress Microgrid isn't in the business of pushing solar onto anyone who comes along. Our founders invest in our relationships with customers and are passionate about education Harlingen residents on solar power and microgrids. We want you to make an informed decision about your solar investment and will commit ourselves to designing a unique solution the meets your energy needs and consumption. Contact us today to start your consultation if you're interested in talking about solar microgrids and gaining energy independence Our founders are always ready to answer any questions you may have about achieving energy independence in Harlingen, TX.