
Custom Solar Solutions Designed for Your Energy Needs
Maximize savings and energy independence with a system built just for you.
Every home and business is unique, and your solar system should be too. At Next Step Energy, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. We are one of the only solar companies in Wisconsin designing custom solar systems based on your power needs, roof space, and future energy goals. Our in-house team ensures your system is optimized for maximum efficiency and savings, helping you take control of your energy future.​
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Lower Your Energy Bills
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Reduce Reliance on the Grid
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Sustainable & Eco-Friendly
Our Seamless Solar Installation Process
1. Free In-Person Site Assessment
We start with a free consultation and site assessment where we evaluate your property, roof space, and current energy usage. This helps us understand how to best design your solar system.
2. Custom Design
No cookie-cutter systems here. We design a solar solution tailored to your specific energy needs, home layout, and future energy goals. We’ll go over options for solar panels, inverters, and battery storage so you can make an informed decision.
3. Installation
Our in-house team of expert electricians installs your system with precision and care. Once installed, we provide a comprehensive walkthrough, explaining how your system works and ensuring you’re comfortable using it.
4. Monitoring and Ongoing support
After installation, we monitor your system remotely to ensure it’s performing optimally. If any issues arise, we’ll be there to help.
Peace of Mind with Our 10-Year Workmanship Warranty
We stand by our work. Your solar installation is backed by our 10-year workmanship warranty, ensuring long-term reliability and performance.
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Do I need battery storage if I have solar?Solar panels generate energy during the day, but your home will continue to use power into the evening and at night. Battery storage allows you to capture and save any excess energy produced during peak sunlight hours for later use. This also provides backup power during outages. You can run on solar alone, adding battery storage increases your energy independence and overall efficiency.
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Which brands of batteries do you install?We are partnered with Briggs and Stratton. Through them we offer military grade Lithium Farro Phosphate (LFO) batteries. We also install Enphase IQ batteries.
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Can solar batteries power my entire house?Solar with batteries can provide power for many of your essential loads during an outage, such as lights, refrigeration, and heating or cooling systems. However, whether a battery can power your entire house depends on its capacity and your home’s energy consumption. With a properly sized battery system—often combined with solar panels and sometimes a generator—you can run most or all of your critical appliances. A professional energy assessment can help determine the best configuration to meet your needs.
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What happens if the battery is full?When your solar battery reaches full capacity, your system is designed to prevent overcharging. Excess energy produced by your solar panels will either be sent back to the grid (if you’re on a net metering arrangement) or simply remain unused until your energy consumption drops below the generation level. This safeguard ensures that your battery operates efficiently and maintains a long service life without risking damage from overcharging.
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Does the 30% tax credit apply to batteries?The federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) primarily covers the entire solar energy system installation, which includes both solar panels and battery storage when they are integrated as one complete system. If your battery storage is installed independently of the solar it may not be eligible.
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Can I install batteries without solar?Yes, you can install batteries without pairing them with a solar system. Standalone battery systems are often used for backup power or to manage energy costs by storing electricity during off-peak times. However, the cost-effectiveness of batteries is usually enhanced when they are combined with solar panels, as the solar panels provide a renewable source of energy to charge the batteries. For backup-only or grid management solutions, standalone battery systems can still be a viable option, but they generally have a higher operating cost since they must be charged from the grid.
🔋 Interested in Energy Storage? Add Battery Backup!
Pairing your solar panels with a battery storage system means you can store excess power for use at night or during outages. Take full control of your energy with our custom solar + battery solutions.​