{"id":54613,"date":"2026-02-18T14:37:31","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T04:37:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flowpower.com.au\/residential\/tips-and-insights\/how-to-choose-the-right-electricity-plan-for-your-small-business-2\/"},"modified":"2026-03-27T08:27:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T22:27:12","slug":"5-simple-tips-for-maintaining-your-new-home-battery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flowpower.com.au\/residential\/tips-and-insights\/5-simple-tips-for-maintaining-your-new-home-battery\/","title":{"rendered":"5 simple tips for maintaining your new home battery"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":54615,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-54613","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-energy-knowledge"],"acf":{"page_builder":[{"acf_fc_layout":"blog_hero","title":"<h2>\u00a05 simple tips for maintaining your new home battery<\/h2>","blurb":"Keep your home battery running efficiently with these 5 easy maintenance tips. Learn how to optimise performance, extend battery life and save on energy with Flow Power\u2019s simple homeowner guide. ","read_length":"4 mins","background_colour":"dark-blue"},{"acf_fc_layout":"blog_article","sections":[{"acf_fc_layout":"content","content":"<span data-contrast=\"auto\">A home battery can help you use more of your own solar, lower your power bills and reduce your carbon footprint.\u00a0But if\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0new to owning a battery, you may be unsure of\u00a0what\u2019s\u00a0expected when it comes to\u00a0maintaining\u00a0your new system.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">That\u2019s\u00a0why\u00a0we\u2019re\u00a0sharing\u00a0a\u00a0few simple habits\u00a0to\u00a0support the longevity of your battery and\u00a0help\u00a0it\u00a0perform\u00a0as\u00a0expected.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Please note: Always check\u00a0the\u00a0maintenance\u00a0tips and requirements provided by\u00a0your\u00a0battery manufacturer\u00a0in order to\u00a0ensure\u00a0optimal\u00a0performance and\u00a0longetivity.\u00a0If\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0ever unsure, contact your installer or the manufacturer before doing anything yourself.<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h6><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1. Check your battery\u2019s performance regularly<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Most modern home batteries come with an app that lets you see:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your current charge level<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How much energy your battery has used<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When\u00a0your battery\u00a0is charging and discharging<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">If your battery is draining faster than usual or charging slower than normal, reach out to\u00a0your\u00a0battery\u00a0manufacturer\u2019s\u00a0support team.\u00a0Some systems\u00a0also offer opt-in alerts to help you\u00a0monitor\u00a0system performance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Quick tip: Set a weekly reminder on your phone to check your battery app\u00a0and\u00a0monitor\u00a0for any unexpected changes.<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h6><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2. Do a simple visual check every few months<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Checking your battery is quick and easy - you\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0need tools or technical knowledge. Just look for:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dust buildup<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Loose wires<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Moisture or rust<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cracks or physical damage<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you see anything unusual, contact your installer\u00a0immediately.\u00a0If your battery is in a high-dust, coastal, or high-humidity area, more frequent checks may be needed to prevent corrosion.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h6><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3. Only use approved accessories<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your battery is designed to work with specific parts. Using unapproved cables, chargers or add-ons can:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reduce performance<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Damage the system<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Void your warranty<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you want to add anything to your setup, always check with your installer first.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h6><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">4. Avoid full discharge<\/span><\/b><\/h6>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of the most important parts of battery\u00a0ownership\u00a0is optimising your charge and discharge cycles without accelerating wear and tear.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">To help\u00a0maintain\u00a0the longevity of your battery,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0generally\u00a0recommended\u00a0you avoid fully\u00a0discharging\u00a0it(below\u00a020%)\u00a0or leaving\u00a0the battery turned off for\u00a0long periods.\u00a0This can cause\u00a0long-term\u00a0damage to your system\u00a0and dramatically shorten its lifespan.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Be sure to check your battery\u2019s manual for advice on the\u00a0recommended\u00a0\u2018Depth of Discharge\u2019\u00a0(DoD)\u00a0- manufacturers will typically specify\u00a0a maximum\u00a0DoD for best performance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h6><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">5. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your battery manufacturer will\u00a0typically\u00a0provide a recommended maintenance schedule.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">This can include professional servicing and software upgrades to ensure\u00a0the system is running efficiently. Following this schedule may be\u00a0required\u00a0to ensure the warranty\u00a0remains\u00a0valid.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"pull_out","content":"<h6><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Why\u00a0good\u00a0battery\u00a0maintenance\u00a0matters<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Looking after your home battery helps you:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maximise the efficiency of your system<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Extend the lifespan of your battery\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Stay prepared for power outages or peak demand events<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"content","content":"&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">To explore more guides and helpful tips, visit the Flow Power residential resource page.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n[button text='Explore' link='https:\/\/flowpower.com.au\/residential\/tips-and-insights\/?all=true' type='new']\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">If\u00a0you're\u00a0considering installing a home battery,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/compare.solarchoice.net.au\/flowpower\/\">click here to compare your options<\/a>.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>"}],"background_colour":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"spacer","large":false,"background_colour":""}],"summary":"Keep your home battery running efficiently with these 5 easy maintenance tips. 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