The Motivation: A Proactive Stance

For Sharon, moving to a new home in Cardiff presented the perfect opportunity to commit to a sustainable lifestyle. Solar energy was an essential requirement for her new property, driven by a desire to contribute to the national energy transition.

“Unless this country invests more in renewables, we are in real trouble in terms of energy costs. I don’t understand why we haven’t done this sooner; solar panels are my contribution to the solution and a way of offsetting my own costs.”

Choosing the Right Partner

When selecting a Solar installer in Cardiff, Sharon looked for complete independence and transparency, ultimately choosing Naked Solar because of our strong industry reputation, seeing the many passionate reviews of Naked Solar customers customers and competitive pricing combined with the highest-quality installation.

Sharon’s Solar System

Design Expertise: To help Sharon decide on her preferred system and visualise the setup (shown in the image below), our expert design team provided a bespoke solar report featuring accurate forecasting of the payback period, ROI, and expected bill savings.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Solar Panels: Sharon opted for 11x Sunpower P7 Panels to generate clean energy on her rooftop, providing a sleek aesthetic and best in class warranty. 

• Battery Storage: Sharon chose the Tesla Powerwall 3 to maximise her clean energy generation, offering exceptional effiency and reliable back up capabilities in the event of a power cut. 

The “All-Electric” Transformation

Since the installation, Sharon’s home has undergone a complete energy transition. By moving to an all-electric setup—combining solar panels, battery storage, and a heat pump—she has shielded herself from volatile energy prices.

Despite the move from a gas boiler to a heat pump, Sharon is now paying less for her energy than she did before the system was installed. Her setup is optimised for year-round comfort:

• Total Comfort: Even with a heat pump, Sharon kept her home at a “toasty” 18°C during the day and 21°C in the evenings throughout the winter.

• Building Credit: By letting her energy supplier manage the smart export and import, she is currently building up a healthy credit balance to offset her future winter costs.

 

 

The Verdict 

“Everything in my house is now electric and the solar panels and battery mean that despite the increasing price of electricity I am paying less for my usage than I did before they were installed and building up a very healthy balance as well”.  

 

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