Tesla Powerwall 3 represents the latest evolution in home battery storage technology, combining industry-leading power output with exceptional value and flexibility.
As a Tesla Premium Certified Installer, Naked Solar has been helping homeowners across Devon and Cornwall achieve energy independence since 2010.
Tesla Powerwall 3 is an advanced home battery system that stores energy from solar panels or the grid, allowing you to use that energy when you need it most.
Unlike traditional home energy systems that rely entirely on the grid, the Powerwall 3 gives you control over your energy supply, reducing your electricity bills and providing backup power during outages.
Tesla Powerwall 3 Key Capabilities:
The Powerwall 3 is designed for homeowners with solar panels who want to maximise their solar investment, reduce reliance on the grid, and protect against rising energy costs.
It’s equally suitable for those without solar looking to benefit from time-of-use tariffs and Solar grid trading opportunities.

Naked Solar are proud to be in the top 3% of UK Powerwall Installers. Rewarded with the coveted “Tesla Powerwall Premium Certified Installer” status, a symbol of trust from Tesla based on installation quality checks and customer feedback.

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| Tesla Powerwall 3 Technical Specifications
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| Storage Capacity | 13.5 kW |
| DC Expansion Packs | 13.5kWh (up to 3 per Powerwall) |
| Output Power | 3.68 kW – 11 kW |
| Dimensions | Height 1096 x Weight 609 x Diameter 193 (mm) |
| Built-In Solar Inverter | Yes |
| AC/DC Coupled | DC or AC |
| Powercut Cover | Yes |
| Storm Watch | Yes |
| Warranty | 10 Years |
Powerwall 3 boasts a useable capacity of 13.5kWh. Tesla’s analysis of over 600,000 Powerwall installations, found 13.5kWh to be the optimum capacity to provide a day’s backup for the majority of homes.
What does 13.5kWh actually power?
Adding capacity with DC Expansion Packs
The Telsa Powerwall 3 DC Expansion Pack adds 13.5kWh of energy storage capacity to the Powerwall 3 system, meaning anyone can increase capacity with no need for National Grid approval.

The “Power Everything” strapline is no joke. Powerwall 3’s market leading output power of 11kW allows high-load household items like EV Chargers, Heat Pumps, Electric Showers and Hot Tubs to be powered solely by a single Powerwall 3 without needing extra power from the grid.
Powerwall 3 partners unrivalled power with intelligent flexibility by allowing installers to maximise your grid connection using the configurable power output settings between 3.68kW to 11kW.
Why 11kW matters:

Tesla Powerwall 3 Dimensions:-
The Powerwall 3’s compact and functional design includes a narrower unit than Powerwall 2, allowing easy and convenient installation without intruding into your room space too much.
Where can Tesla Powerwall 3 be installed?
The Powerwall 3 has also been given a fresh look whilst still nailing the clean, futuristic brief that’s become synonymous with Tesla.

Perhaps the most groundbreaking addition to the Powerwall 3 is the integrated Solar Inverter (hybrid inverter) with 3 separate Solar inputs (MPPT’s).
What is a solar inverter and why does it matter?
A solar inverter converts the DC (direct current) electricity from your solar panels into AC (alternating current) electricity that your home uses. Traditionally, this required a separate inverter costing £800-£1,500 to install. The Powerwall 3 combines this functionality, delivering multiple benefits.
Now that Solar and Battery share the same inverter more options are opened up with valuable benefits to Powerwall 3 owners:-
This means you can have:
Complex roof? No problem!
The 3 Maximum Power Point Trackers (MPPTs) in Powerwall 3 support installations on up to 3 different pitches and orientations. Especially important for tackling those tricky roofs with multiple aspects and shading considerations.


Powerwall 3’s 11kW inverter can handle up to 20kWp of Solar Power, almost double the inverter size. This “oversizing” is intentional and beneficial.
Why install more solar than your inverter rating?
Having the largest Solar PV array possible connected to your Powerwall 3 gives you the best opportunity to harvest the most energy, maximising your independence from the grid and offering the highest returns on Solar Grid Trading tariffs, making your home a real power house.
Yes! The Powerwall 3 is suitable for retrofitting to an existing Solar PV system and you can also add to your Solar array by connecting more panels in to your Powerwall 3. All this can be added without affecting any Feed In Tariff payments you may receive.
Retrofit options:
Our technical team will assess your existing system and help you choose the best approach for your specific installation.
An ever-popular feature of the Tesla Powerwall – Home Backup, is available with the Tesla Powerwall 3, allowing you to use your stored energy to power your home during a powercut.
Powerwall technology is already responsible for preventing a whopping 33 million power losses globally by seamless transitions to backup.
How Powerwall 3 handles power cuts:
Backup configuration options:
Customisable: Choose which circuits to protect through the Tesla app
Among the impressive array of features offered to Powerwall 3 owners is ‘Storm Watch’, intelligent weather monitoring feature that anticipates severe weather conditions and charges to maximum capacity.
How Storm Watch works:
Another huge tick in the box of independence from the grid, ensuring your ready to go in alone in the case of possible outages caused by adverse weather.

In keeping with the Powerwall 2, the Powerwall 3 matches it’s 10 year warranty.
In keeping with the Powerwall 2, the Powerwall 3 matches its 10 year warranty.
What’s covered:
Warranty terms:
Tesla’s support experience:
Our experience of dealing with Tesla’s support has been excellent. Tesla shows a great attitude to customer care by quickly rectifying issues and, if necessary, sending out products quickly and covering all labour costs to ensure customers are back up and running as soon as possible.
Expected lifespan:
While warrantied for 10 years, Powerwall systems are designed to last significantly longer. Based on Tesla’s battery technology track record in electric vehicles
As your trusted Tesla Premium Certified Installer, we’re excited to confirm a huge Powerwall offer:
To celebrate 1,000,000 Powerwalls installed, Tesla are offering a rebate of up to £750 on the game-changing Telsa Powerwall 3 or Powerwall Expansion Pack ordered after December 1st 2025 and installed before May 31st 2026 (Rebate is £375 per Powerwall 3 or Powerwall Expansion Pack, max two per address).
Yes! In the same way that Powerwall 2 works independently of your existing Solar PV system by simply monitoring when there is electric being exported to the grid, Powerwall can do the same. It will see electric being exported to the grid and charge at the same rate. When you have demand from the grid, Powerwall 3 will respond by discharging to meet your demand.
What’s better about Powerwall 3 is it will cover much higher loads up to 11kW (with Grid permission… don’t worry we do the paperwork) which is plenty for 99% of households and many small businesses.
And don’t worry if you have Feed In Tariff, it’s unaffected and Naked Solar can help navigate the process for you.
Unfortunatley not. To expand your existing Powerwall 2 installation you can add another Powerwall 2. You’ll need permission from your DNO who look after your local electric supply network. Naked Solar can take care of this application for you and Powerwall 2 is still available.
Rumour control is saying that Powerwall 3 may be able to work with existing Powerwall 2 installations in the future, however this has not been confirmed by Tesla.
The good news is both! Powerwall 3 is safe in the rain thanks to it’s IP67 rating. The innovative cell level heating system keeps the battery warm, allowing operation from -20°C up to 50°C.
Beware of outdoor installations: Studies show the most efficient temperature for Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries is highest at room temperature. For outdoor installations, bear in mind you might loose a handful of units (kWh) each year to keep the battery warm enough to perform well when the outside temperature drops below freezing.
Under the PAS 63100, Battery Energy Storage Systems should not be installed under stairs or in an area that would be considered an escape route in the event of a fire. This is because of the concern that a battery could catch fire during a house fire.
Yes, Powerwall 3 can be installed on a stud wall, our engineers will decide on the most appropriate fixings to use depending on the structure of your stud wall.
The Powerwall 3 is 1096mm high by 609mm wide and 193mm deep. It weighs in at 130kg which is why Tesla designed a ‘Dolly’ to enable safe movement of the unit.
Your first port of call is Naked Solar, our technical team have years of experience in diagnosing a wide variety of faults with Solar PV & Battery Storage systems. Tesla also have a technical team should the fault need deeper diagnosis. Naked Solar have experience of working with the Tesla Powerwall team so will be able to help, even if Naked Solar didn’t carry out your installation.
The big news is the power output increasing from 5kW to 11kW, meaning Powerwall 3 can power devices like EV chargers, Electric Showers and Heat Pumps. The addition of a Solar Inverter also reduces installation costs when compared to Powerwall 2 while also reducing the conversion losses in the system. For a full review of the differences, take a look at our Powerwall 2 v Powerwall 3 blog post.
That depends on a lot of factors, whilst 1 x Powerwall 3 will store enough electric to run the average house for more than a day, many customers want more storage to help reduce their reliance on the grid or to maximise their Solar Grid Trading. The beauty of Powerwall 3 is that you can add more storage at a later date if you want to dip your toe in to start with. Our expert team of consultants will be able to talk through your specific situation and help you make a fully informed choice.
Powerwall 3 requires an internet connection in order to commission the system. Tesla recommend installers set up both hard wired and wireless connections where possible to give the best chance of a good connection for monitoring, controlling and free software updates.
If Powerwall is not connected to the internet, it will continue to operate in the last operating mode set and provide backup power during an outage, but it will not provide remote monitoring via the Tesla app. Extended periods without an active internet connection will prevent software updates and may impact the product warranty.
The Powerwall 3 is only available with the Glossy Glass White finish. Tesla have given no indication that they intend to offer different coloured options. We know some people like to bling their things so we’re sure that some owners will add a laminate wrap and we’re looking forward to seeing the results of Powerwall 3 owners creativity.
Yes, Powerwall 3 can be installed so that you can benefit from Solar Grid Trading, so you can dip your toe and add solar later if you wish. This is also a good option for those who live in flats.
At times of heavy use, the Powerwall 3’s fans will operate to keep the cells in tip top condition. These fans will generate a similar noise to a large PC fan.
Whether you’re looking to maximise your existing solar investment, planning a new solar installation, or exploring energy storage options, our expert team is here to help.
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