Solar Panels in Lewisville: Start With the Roof Under Them
Solar panels stay on a roof for many years. Before they go up, the roof should be ready to hold them and keep water out for that long.
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Lewisville homes, roof age and who decides
Half of the homes in Lewisville were built before 1997 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024). That makes the roof the first question in any solar project. A panel array installed on a worn roof may have to come off when that roof is replaced, and that adds a separate job later.
The same Census data shows that 46 percent of Lewisville homes are owner-occupied. Solar is a decision for the owner. If you rent, the conversation starts with your landlord.
Hail is the other local factor. NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 162 hail reports within 10 miles of Lewisville from 2015 through 2024. A roof that has taken a few of those storms may look fine from the street and still have damage under the surface. Find it before the array covers it.
A roof-first solar plan
Inspect the roof
Check shingles, flashing, decking and attic for wear and storm damage. Our roof inspection in Lewisville page explains what is covered.
Repair or replace first
If the roof is near the end of its life, replacing it before the panels go up avoids removing them later.
Plan the layout
Choose the slopes, panel rows and conduit routes with the roof structure in mind.
Seal every attachment
Each mount goes through the roof. Proper flashing at each point keeps water out.
Review the finished work
Check that mounts and roof surfaces are clean and sealed.
Hail and panels in Lewisville
Frequent storms
NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 51 hail reports of 1.75 inches or larger within 10 miles of Lewisville from 2015 through 2024.
Look at both layers
After hail, check the panels and the roof around and under them.
Coverage questions
Ask your insurer how panels are listed on your policy. Coverage depends on the policy and the carrier.
What the roof has to handle
Panels, rails and mounts add weight and create many small openings in the roof. The decking must be solid enough to hold the fasteners, and the shingles around each mount must seal well against wind-driven rain.
Older roofs often have dry, brittle shingles that crack when someone walks on them. Installing panels on such a roof can cause damage during the job itself. An honest look at the roof first protects both investments.
Questions to ask any solar installer
Who checks the roof before installation, and what happens if it needs work?
How are roof penetrations flashed and sealed?
Who handles the roof if a leak appears around a mount?
What is the plan if the roof needs replacement while the panels are up?
Will you photograph the roof before and after the panels go up?
Roofer and solar installer in one
GemSco installs solar panels and also repairs and replaces roofs, so one team is responsible for both layers. We are family owned, fully licensed and insured, and our estimates are free. Learn more about solar panel installation or read things to do before replacing your roof.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I replace my roof before installing solar?
If the roof is older or shows wear, it often makes sense. Removing and reinstalling panels later is a separate job. An inspection tells you how much life the roof has left so you can decide whether to replace now or install on the current roof.
Do solar panels cause roof leaks?
Panels do not leak by themselves, but every mount goes through the roof. If those points are not flashed and sealed well, water can get in. A good installation treats each attachment as a roof detail, not just a solar detail.
What roof types can hold solar panels?
Panels can go on asphalt shingle, metal, tile and some flat roofs, each with its own mounting method. Tile and older roofs need extra care. The inspection before installation confirms what the roof can support.
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