Overcoming Installation Barriers to Build a Fully Integrated Smart Home
Mr and Mrs Dexter were already committed to a greener future, having agreed to install a Daikin heat pump via Octopus Energy. However, they faced a major hurdle: the inverter and battery storage system they wanted needed to be installed in a detached garage – something that fell outside of Octopus Energy’s standard installation criteria.
To make things even more specific, Mr Dexter wanted a custom system that could work with Home Assistant – allowing him to create smart automations for both his solar and battery setup and the Daikin heat pump.
That’s where Fusion Solar UK came in.
As a trusted installation partner of Octopus Energy, we specialise in the types of projects that other installers turn down due to technical complexity or non-standard layouts.
For Mr and Mrs Dexter, we designed and installed:
✅ An 8.19kWp solar PV system
✅ A 16.6kWh battery system
✅ Full installation in a detached garage, with safe and efficient connectivity to the main house
✅ A system compatible with Home Assistant, giving the customer full control and customisation
The result? A fully integrated smart energy system, with solar, battery, and heat pump working in harmony – saving money, reducing carbon, and empowering the homeowner.
Key Benefits Delivered
7,167kWh of solar generation annually
£1,201 saved on electricity per year
1.8 tonnes of CO₂ avoided annually
Seamless control of solar, battery, and heat pump via Home Assistant
Now, Mr and Mrs Dexter enjoy a home that’s not only low-carbon and energy efficient, but also intelligently automated – putting them firmly in control of their energy usage.
Need a Complex Solar + Heat Pump Setup? We Do What Others Can’t.
At Fusion Solar UK, we take on the challenging domestic installations that others won’t – whether it’s a detached garage setup, unusual design requirements, or full integration with smart home systems like Home Assistant.
We’re a proud Octopus Energy Trusted Partner, handling installations that fall outside of their standard offering – so if you’ve been told “it can’t be done”, talk to us first.
Call 0114 312 4231
Email: contact@fusion-solar.co.uk
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