Solar Panels on Schertz Homes: Get the Roof Right First
Many Schertz roofs are in their third decade. Putting panels on one of them without a check can mean paying to take them down sooner than you expect.
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Before you add solar, confirm these
The roof's age and how much life it has left.
That the decking is solid where mounts will be fastened.
That flashing and vents in the panel area are in good shape.
That any storm damage has been repaired.
That the layout leaves vents, valleys and edges clear.
That you, as the owner, have approved the project.
That the attic has no signs of past leaks in the area where the array will sit.
What the Schertz numbers suggest
Half of the homes in Schertz were built before 2002 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024). A roof from that era is about 24 years old. If it is still the original asphalt shingle roof, it may be near replacement, and installing panels on it now could mean removing them again soon.
About 78 percent of occupied homes in Schertz are owner-occupied (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024). That means most households can make the solar decision themselves, and plan roof and panels together instead of as separate projects years apart.
Owners who plan to stay a long time get the most from doing it in the right order: roof first, panels second.
Before you sign with an installer
Not every solar installer looks closely at the roof. Before you sign with anyone, ask who checks the roof's condition, how each mount will be flashed, and what happens if a leak shows up around a mount later. Ask whether the panels can be removed and reinstalled when the roof needs work, and who would do that job.
These questions matter more on an older roof. A clear answer up front saves confusion later, when the roof and the panels need to be handled together. Our guide on questions to ask before hiring a roofing contractor covers the roofing side.
Hail and the panels
The local record
NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 30 hail reports within 10 miles of Schertz from 2015 through 2024.
Large hail
Only 1 was 1.75 inches or larger: 2 inches, on April 12, 2016.
What to watch
Large hail can crack panel glass or damage frames. Check panels and roof after any big storm.
The roof underneath
Shingles under an array are hard to see, so damage there is easy to miss.
Our install process
Inspect the roof
GemSco checks the roof first and handles repairs before panels go up. See roof inspection in Schertz.
Design around the roof
Panels are placed so water keeps flowing around vents and valleys.
Mount and seal
Every mount is fastened to the structure and flashed against leaks.
Written estimate
A free estimate shows the scope before any work starts.
Roof material
Asphalt shingle, metal and tile each need a different mounting method, so the material is part of the plan.
Roof and solar in one plan
If your roof is due, roof replacement in Schertz before the install avoids paying for removal and reinstallation later. If you replace, ask about impact-rated shingles tested to UL 2218 Class 4. Financing is available through our roof financing page.
If you already have panels and need roof work, see solar panel removal and reinstallation in Schertz. For more, visit our solar panel installation service.
Frequently Asked Questions
My roof is about 24 years old. Should I add solar now?
Get the roof inspected first. If it has years left, panels can go on after any needed repairs. If it is near the end, replacing it before the install is usually simpler than removing and reinstalling the panels a few years from now.
Do solar mounts make a roof more likely to leak?
Every mount is a hole in the roof, so how it is flashed matters. Properly fastened and sealed mounts should not leak. Problems usually come from rushed installs or from roofs that were already worn, which is why the roof check comes first.
Can I put solar panels on a metal or tile roof?
Yes, with mounting methods suited to each material. Some metal roofs allow clamps on the seams, and tile needs careful handling around each mount. The roof material should be part of the plan from the first visit.
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