Is Your Smart Home Storm-Ready? WattBox & Battery Backup Systems Explained

As we head into the heart of storm season, it’s more important than ever to ensure your home’s technology is protected from unexpected power outages and surges. At HavenSmart, we design smart home systems that make life easier – but even the smartest technology needs a safety net when the power goes out. That’s where WattBox and whole-house battery backup systems come in.

What Is a Whole-House Battery Backup System?

A battery backup, also known as an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), provides temporary power during outages. It allows your critical systems – like your home network, smart controllers, and security devices – to remain online or shut down safely.

Why Add a Battery Backup to Your Home?

• Keeps Wi-Fi Online (for a while): Stay connected during short-term outages.
• Protects Smart Home Systems: Prevents data loss or equipment issues caused by sudden shutdowns.
• Buys You Time: Gives you a buffer to shut things down safely or start your generator.

Battery backups aren’t a replacement for home standby generators, but they are a vital first layer of protection – especially for short outages and sensitive equipment.

What Is WattBox — and Why Do We Recommend It?

A WattBox is a smart power management system that does more than protect your equipment from surges. It also allows HavenSmart to monitor and manage your devices remotely, helping your tech recover faster after a power flicker or storm.

WattBox Benefits:

• Surge Protection: Shields your gear from damaging power spikes.
• Remote Reboots: We can reset frozen or unresponsive equipment without sending a technician.
• Health Monitoring: We’re alerted if something goes offline – often before you even notice.

Think of it as a smarter, more advanced power strip built specifically for connected homes.

What Should Be Protected?

Every home is different, but these are the most common systems we recommend powering through a WattBox and battery backup:

• Network equipment (routers, switches, access points)
• Smart home processors (Control4, Savant, etc.)
• Security cameras and NVRs
• Remote work essentials (VOIP phones, desktop computers)
• Gate or garage systems that may be tied into home control

How Long Will a Battery Backup Last?

Battery runtime depends on the size of your system and the equipment it supports, but most provide 30–90 minutes of power. That’s typically enough to keep critical systems running during short outages or until your generator takes over.

How HavenSmart Helps

We don’t just hand you a box and wish you luck. We design and install a customized solution tailored to your home’s layout, devices, and lifestyle. With remote monitoring and service alerts, we can often detect and resolve issues before they cause a disruption.

Not part of a HavenSmart service plan? Ask us how to join and make sure your system never skips a beat.

Don’t Wait for the Next Storm

Severe weather is becoming more frequent, and power interruptions are increasingly disruptive. If your home isn’t already protected by a WattBox or battery backup system, now’s the time to act.

Reach out to HavenSmart today to schedule a free consultation and make sure your home stays protected, connected, and storm-ready.