Will I Lose My Solar Panel Warranty if I Remove the Panels for Roof Repair?
You could lose your solar panel warranty if your system isn’t disassembled and reinstalled by a certified professional. There are actually two warranties at risk here: the workmanship warranty from your solar panel installer and the panel warranty from the manufacturer. Any work on your system must be performed by a certified solar technician to ensure both warranties remain intact.
Certified Remove and Reinstall (R&R) for Solar Panels
If your roof develops a problem during the lifetime of your solar panels, you will need certified R&R from a licensed solar technician. This will ensure that panels are removed safely and in compliance with manufacturer warranty standards.
Solar panels are components of your roof, but not every roofer is certified to work on them. There are dangerous electrical interconnections, and sensitive components like the panels and microinverters are easily damaged with mishandling.
If you install Long Island solar panels with Power Solutions, you already have a certified service available to you. Our 25-Year Solar Panel Warranty ensures you get all the support you need and priority service for temporary removal and reinstallation.
What if My Original Solar Installer is No Longer in Business?
If your original solar installer is no longer operating, you can still get service and keep your solar panel warranty intact. Power Solutions has launched Pro Solar Repair for your exact scenario.
- A specialized team can solve the maintenance gap and offer solar R&R services for orphaned systems (those left without a supporting contractor).
- You can join a maintenance program for 24/7 live monitoring.
- Pro Solar Repair will manage all warranty paperwork and technical requirements to keep your warranty intact.
What Type of Roof Repairs Would Require Solar Panel Removal?
Solar panel removal is needed anytime that a contractor needs to patch the roof, identify leaks, or work on the roof deck.
Examples of roof problems requiring solar panel removal include:
- Shingle tear-off around or underneath solar panels.
- Leaks caused by improper solar panel mounting (flashing failure around the racking system).
- Damage to the roof deck caused by slow leaks or storm damage.
- Mold or algae remediation.
In some cases, a roofer could work around solar panels, but it’s best to call your solar installer or a certified solar repair professional first to determine if the system needs to be temporarily removed. Being proactive on this, rather than leaving it up to the assessment of your roofer, will ensure that your system and its warranty stay protected.
The Best Team for Solar Panel Maintenance and Repair
Power Solutions and our Pro Solar Repair division are available for your solar panel installation, repair, and maintenance needs.
- If you are planning to install solar panels, Power Solutions is the best choice for long-term support. We’ve served Long Island since 2009 and are one of the largest independent solar contractors in New York. We will be here to support you if you ever need to remove and reinstall your system.
- If you have an existing system from a contractor that has closed their business, our repair division is available for certified removal and reinstallation.
Choose a team with decades of combined experience in the solar and roofing industries. You can call Power Solutions for solar panel maintenance support at (631) 348-0001.
