Taking Solar Panels Off and Back On for Anna Roof Work
Shingles under an array cannot be fixed with the panels in place. This is how GemSco removes, stores and reinstalls panels so the roof work gets done right.
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When panels have to come off
Hail or wind damage
Cracked or lifted shingles under or around the array need repair.
A leak under the panels
The source often sits at a mount or a seam the array covers.
Roof replacement
A full new roof means the entire array comes off first.
Decking repair
Soft or damaged wood under the array has to be reached from above.
Failed flashing at mounts
Old attachments that were not flashed into the roofing are a common leak source and need resealing.
Step by step
Document
We photograph the panel layout, wiring and each mount before starting.
Confirm the electrical side
The electrical shutdown belongs to your solar provider or an electrician. Settle who does it before any panel moves.
Remove
Panels and racking come off with care.
Roof work
We repair or replace the roofing, flashing and decking under the array.
Reinstall
New flashing is set at each mount, and the panels go back in the same layout.
Final check
We review the seals, the layout and the roof around the array.
Anna data behind this service
NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 40 hail reports within 10 miles of Anna from 2015 through 2024, and 6 were 1.75 inches or larger. The largest, 2 inches, fell on May 29, 2016. Large hail also came in 2020 and 2023. Panels can survive a storm while the shingles around them crack, and damage under an array is easy to miss until it leaks.
Half of the homes in Anna were built before 2012 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024). As those roofs age, more owners with solar will face a roof replacement with panels in the way. With 78% of homes owner-occupied, per the same survey, most of those decisions land on the people living in the house.
Storm damage under an array is also easy to overlook in an inspection done from the ground. If your home has panels and went through one of those storm years, ask for a close look at the shingles at the edges of the array, where cracks and lifted tabs tend to show first.
Tips for owners
Keep your solar paperwork handy so model and layout details are easy to find.
Expect a pause in solar production while panels are off the roof.
Ask for photos before removal and after reinstallation.
If storm damage is involved, talk to your insurer before work begins.
Clear the driveway and keep pets inside on removal and reinstall days.
Ask whether any panels or parts showed damage before they go back up.
One company, one job
When separate solar and roofing crews handle the same job, leaks at the mounts can fall between them. GemSco does both, so the work is planned and finished as one project. If hail is the reason, read about hail damage roof repair in Anna.
Not sure if the roof needs a repair or a full replacement? A roof inspection in Anna answers that first, so only the panels that must come off are removed.
GemSco is family owned, fully licensed and insured, with 20+ years of experience. Learn more about our solar panel removal and reinstallation service or our Anna page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will removing panels void anything on my solar system?
That depends on the terms from your panel maker or solar provider. Some require notice or specific handling. Check your paperwork before work begins. We document the system before removal and after reinstallation so you have a clear record to share with them.
Can all panels go back on?
In most cases, if they were not damaged by hail or in handling. We inspect each panel before reinstalling it. If one shows damage, we let you know so you can contact the panel maker or your solar provider about a replacement.
Does insurance cover removal and reinstall?
It depends on your policy and your insurer. Some claims include the cost when roof damage requires the panels to come off. We provide photos and a written estimate that list the work so your adjuster can review it. See roof insurance claims.
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