Solar Panel Removal and Reinstallation in Addison
When the roof under your solar array needs work, the panels have to come off and go back on. Done right, the roof gets fixed and the system returns as it was.
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Why Addison owners need this service
Hail is a big reason. NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 125 hail reports within 10 miles of Addison from 2015 through 2024, and 29 were 1.75 inches or larger. The largest, 3 inches, came down on June 6, 2018. Panels can survive a storm while the shingles around and under them do not.
Roof age is the other. Half of the homes in Addison were built before 1998 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024). Arrays installed on those roofs years ago may now sit on shingles that are wearing out. When the roof needs replacing, the panels have to come off first.
Many Addison properties are rentals. The census survey shows only 18% of homes are owner-occupied. For a landlord, coordinating the roof and the array as one job keeps the home livable and limits the time tenants deal with crews.
Reasons to take panels off
Full roof replacement after hail or age.
A leak traced to the area under the array.
Damaged decking that needs replacing.
Failed flashing around the panel mounts.
Hail damage to shingles hidden under the array.
Moving or adding panels as part of a roof project.
Old mounts that were never flashed into the roofing.
Granule loss or curling shingles visible around the edge of the array.
How we do it
Photograph everything
We record the layout, wiring and mounts before any panel moves.
Settle the shutdown
Your solar provider or a licensed electrician handles the shutdown. Confirm who before the work date.
Remove and protect
Panels and racking come off.
Fix the roof
We repair or replace decking, flashing and roofing under the old array.
Reinstall
Mounts are flashed into the new roof and the panels go back on in the same layout.
Final check
We confirm the layout, the seals at each mount and the condition of the roof around the array.
What makes it go smoothly
One team
The same company handles panels and roofing, so no one passes the blame for a leak.
Careful handling
Panels are lifted and carried by hand to avoid cracks and bent frames.
Clear records
Photos before and after help with your insurer and your solar provider.
Tenant-friendly scheduling
For rentals, we coordinate access and timing with the owner or manager.
Get started
Timing depends on the size of the array, the weather and how much decking needs replacing. We plan the removal so the roof can be dried in quickly and schedule the reinstall as soon as the roofing is done. Expect a gap in solar production while the panels are down. That is normal, and we confirm everything is back in place before we leave. If you are not sure the roof needs a full replacement, start with a roof inspection in Addison.
GemSco is family owned, fully licensed and insured, with 20+ years of experience. If storm damage is involved, read about hail damage roof repair in Addison. For more on this service, see solar panel removal and reinstallation or our Addison page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I fix a leak under panels without removing them all?
Sometimes only the panels over the leak need to come off. It depends on where the water enters and how the racking is laid out. We find the source first and remove as few panels as the repair allows, then reseal and reinstall them.
Are my panels safe while off the roof?
We handle them with care to avoid cracks and bent frames. Before reinstalling, we check each panel. If one shows damage from hail or handling, we tell you so you can talk to the panel maker or your solar provider.
Will insurance pay to remove and reinstall the panels?
That depends on your policy and your insurer. Some claims include the cost when roof damage requires the panels to come off. We document the roof and the array with photos and a written estimate so your adjuster can review it. See roof insurance claims.
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