Removing and Reinstalling Solar Panels for Roof Work in Azle
When the roof under your panels needs repair or replacement, the panels have to come off first. Done right, they go back on a roof that is ready for the long haul.
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When panels need to come off
The roof under the array has reached the end of its life.
Hail damaged shingles under or around the panels.
A leak traced to the area beneath the array.
Decking under the panels has gone soft.
Mounts were installed without proper flashing and need to be redone.
Why this comes up often in Azle
Storms keep testing Azle roofs. NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 19 hail reports of 1.75 inches or larger within 10 miles of Azle from 2015 through 2024, and large hail fell in 6 of those 10 years. Shingles under panels are partly shielded, but the edges and nearby slopes take the hits, and a roof claim may cover the whole surface.
Many homes are also old enough that the roof will be replaced at least once while the panels are still working. Half of the homes in Azle were built before 1987 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024). If your panels went on an older roof, plan for the day they come off.
How removal and reinstallation work
Document the system
Photos of the panels, wiring and mounts before anything is touched.
Plan the shutdown
Before anything is lifted, confirm with your solar provider who shuts the system down and how.
Remove with care
Panels and rails come off.
Roof work
The roof is repaired or replaced, with new flashing at each future mount. See roof replacement in Azle.
Reinstall and seal
Panels go back on and the roof around the array is checked.
Things to settle before the job starts
Who does what
One contractor handling both roof and panels avoids gaps in responsibility.
Insurance paperwork
If storm damage is involved, coverage depends on your policy. Our roof insurance claims page explains how we document it.
Panel condition
Ask for any cracked or damaged panels to be noted before removal.
Storage
Panels may sit on site for days while the roof is done. Agree where they will be stored and how they will be protected from weather and foot traffic.
Mount layout
If the old mounts leaked or sat in a poor spot, reinstallation is the chance to move them and flash them properly.
Common mistakes to avoid
The biggest mistake is replacing only the shingles around the array and leaving the old roof under the panels. That section then ages faster than the rest, and the panels have to come off again sooner. If the roof is being replaced, replace all of it.
The second is rushing the reinstall. Mounts that are put back on old holes without new flashing can leak within a season. Ask how each attachment point will be sealed, and look for photos of the flashing before the panels cover it. Our post on things to do before replacing your roof has a checklist that helps with the planning.
One team for roof and solar
GemSco does solar panel removal and reinstallation along with roofing, so the roof and the array are handled by the same crew. We are family owned, fully licensed and insured, with free estimates. Read more on our solar panel removal and reinstallation page or our Azle page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I just remove the panels around the damaged area?
Sometimes, if the damage is small and away from the main array. For a full roof replacement, all panels on the affected slopes must come off. An inspection shows which panels need to move and whether a partial removal makes sense for your roof.
Will my panels work the same after reinstallation?
If they are handled carefully, they should. Ask your solar provider to test the system after reinstalling. Note the condition of each panel before removal, so any pre-existing crack or hail damage is documented and not confused with handling.
Does insurance cover removing and reinstalling panels?
It depends on your policy and your insurance company. Some policies treat it as part of a covered roof loss and others do not. GemSco documents the roof damage and gives a written estimate, but the coverage decision belongs to your insurer.
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