Complete Solar Sales Cold Calling Script Using Advanced NEPQ Techniques
Complete Solar Sales Cold Calling Script Using Advanced NEPQ Techniques
NEPQ Techniques
This script is a hybrid of NEPQ principles, the uploaded solar discovery script, and advanced
“Hi [Prospect's Name], this is [Your Name] with [Company Name]. I hope I’m not catching you at
a bad time. I’m reaching out because we’ve been helping homeowners in your area save
significantly on their energy bills by switching to solar. Have you been exploring options to
● If interested:
“That’s great to hear! Out of curiosity, what initially got you interested in exploring solar?”
● If hesitant:
“I completely understand. A lot of homeowners I’ve spoken to felt the same way until
they discovered the potential savings and benefits. Would it be alright if I asked a few
quick questions to see if solar might even be a good fit for your home?”
2. Connecting Questions
Objective: Build rapport and understand their motivations.
● “I noticed you’ve looked into solar energy. What got you interested in exploring this
option?”
● “How do you currently manage your energy expenses? Have you found them increasing
over the years?”
● “Have any of your neighbors or friends switched to solar? What have you heard about
their experiences?”
● “What would you say is the biggest reason you’d consider a change in how you power
your home?”
3. Situation Questions
Objective: Gather insights into their current energy setup and pain points.
● “Can you tell me a bit about your current energy setup? Are you relying fully on grid
electricity?”
● “How long have you lived in your home, and have your energy bills always been this
high?”
● “Do you know approximately how much you spend monthly on electricity?”
● “Have you experienced any service issues, like outages, with your current provider?”
● “Have you noticed a pattern in how much your bills increase year over year?”
● “How do you feel about the unpredictability of your energy costs?”
● “Are there any specific areas of your energy usage that feel inefficient or wasteful?”
● “If these costs continue to rise, how might that affect your household budget in the long
run?”
● “If you could reduce your energy bills by 50% or more, what kind of impact would that
have on your budget?”
● “How would it feel to no longer rely entirely on the grid, especially during peak usage
times?”
● “What would it mean for your household to switch to a cleaner, more sustainable energy
source?”
6. Consequence Questions
Objective: Highlight the risks of maintaining the status quo.
● “What do you think will happen to your finances if energy prices continue to rise at their
current rate?”
● “If nothing changes with your energy setup, how do you see this impacting your
long-term savings goals?”
● “Do you think your current energy provider has your best interest in mind when they
raise rates?”
7. Qualifying Questions
Objective: Assess readiness and fit for solar solutions.
● “How important is it for you to find a long-term solution to stabilize your energy costs?”
● “If we found a solar option that meets your needs and saves you money, what would
your decision-making process look like?”
● “Are there any concerns or barriers that might hold you back from exploring solar
further?”
8. Transition Statement
Salesperson:
“Based on what you’ve shared, it sounds like solar could address your concerns about rising
costs and reliance on the grid. I’d love to show you what a customized solar plan could look like
for your home. Would you prefer to review options this evening or tomorrow morning?”
9. Addressing Objections
● If financial concerns:
“That’s a common concern. If we could structure your payments to be lower than your
current energy bill, would that make this easier to consider?”
● If they want more time:
“I completely understand. What information would help you feel more confident about
making a decision?”
● “How do you feel about starting the process to reduce your energy costs with solar?”
● “Would it make sense to take the next step and schedule a time to finalize your
customized solar plan?”
“Thank you for your time today, [Prospect’s Name]. I’ll send over the details we discussed and
schedule a follow-up to go through the options in more depth. Looking forward to helping you
This comprehensive script employs every phase of the NEPQ methodology to maximize
engagement, uncover pain points, and smoothly transition prospects toward committing to solar
energy solutions.