Remove Solar Panels for Roof Replacement | Solar Detach & Reset
Remove Solar Panels for Roof Replacement: What Homeowners Need to Know If you’re planning to replace your roof and have solar panels installed, you’ll need to schedule a solar panel removal before the roofing project begins. In this guide, we’ll explain why it’s essential to remove solar panels for roof replacement, how the process works, and what you can do to protect your solar investment. At Solar Detach & Reset, this is one of the most common questions we get from both homeowners and roofing contractors. So let’s break it down step-by-step. 🛠️ Why Solar Panels Need to Be Removed Solar panels are usually mounted directly to your roof’s surface. In order to complete a full roof replacement—whether you’re using shingles, tile, or metal—your roofing contractor will need to remove the panels to complete the job properly. Simply put, there’s no safe way to tear off and replace a roof with the system still in place. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, rooftop solar mounting systems attach directly to the structure, which means any major roofing project requires full panel removal. Trying to work around your panels leads to a long list of issues: Incomplete or uneven roofing Missed
