RevoluSun Blog
Hurricane Season Is Here: Is Your Home Ready?
5 June 2025
June 1 marked the official start of hurricane season in Hawai‘i. While we all hope the season is a quiet one, we know it only takes one powerful storm to cause lasting damage, unexpected outages, and major disruptions to daily life.
At RevoluSun, we care deeply about the resilience of our island communities—not just as a solar company, but as your neighbors, friends, and fellow residents of Hawai‘i. That’s why we want to remind you of a few key things to help you prepare for the months ahead.
1. Backup Power Isn’t a Luxury Anymore—It’s a Necessity
Hurricanes often knock out power for hours—or days. Solar + storage systems, like the Tesla Powerwall or other backup batteries, allow your home to keep the lights on, power essential appliances, and stay connected even when the grid is down.
Unlike generators, solar batteries don’t rely on fuel, don’t create harmful emissions, and recharge daily from the sun. That means quiet, safe, renewable power when you need it most.
2. Storm-Proofing Your Roof and Panels
Worried about your solar panels in a storm? Don’t be. Our installations are built to meet or exceed local building codes, and we’ve weathered many seasons with zero panel-related storm damage. Still, it’s a good time to check your roof, trim trees, and secure anything that could become airborne in strong winds.
3. Create or Update Your Emergency Plan
Even with the best technology, planning matters. Now’s the time to:
- Stock up on water, non-perishable food, and batteries
- Keep flashlights, first-aid kits, and essential medications handy
- Know your evacuation zone and route
- Make sure your backup power system is fully charged and functioning
4. We’re Here to Help, Before and After the Storm
If you’re already a RevoluSun customer and have questions about your system, we’re just a call away. If you’re thinking about solar + storage, now is the time to explore your options—before hurricane season really ramps up.
We live here too. And we take pride in helping Hawai‘i families stay safe, comfortable, and resilient, whatever the weather brings.
Hurricane Season FAQ:
Not on their own. Most grid-tied solar systems shut down during outages for safety reasons. But when paired with a battery like the Tesla Powerwall, your system can continue powering essential appliances even if the grid is down.
That depends on your energy usage and battery capacity. Most systems are designed to power key circuits—like your refrigerator, Wi-Fi, lights, and some outlets—for 1–2 days, recharging daily from the sun. We customize systems to fit your needs.
Yes! In most cases, we can retrofit a battery onto your current system. Reach out to our team for a free consultation to see what options work best for your setup.
If you have solar + storage, make sure your battery is fully charged. For all systems, inspect your roof and mounting equipment, secure loose items around your home, and contact us if you notice anything unusual.
Generators can be helpful, but they require fuel, create noise and emissions, and need regular maintenance. Solar batteries, on the other hand, are quiet, clean, and recharge automatically from sunlight—making them a safer and more sustainable option.
We’re here to support you. If you’re a RevoluSun customer and suspect damage or have questions, contact us right away. We’ll inspect your system and help get you back up and running quickly.
