Solar Panel Removal and Reinstallation for Frisco Roof Work
When the roof under a solar array needs repair or replacement, the panels have to come off first. Here is how to do that without damaging either one.
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When panels need to come off
Hail damage under the array
Shingles beneath panels take hits too, and leaks there cannot be fixed with the panels in place.
Full roof replacement
A new roof means every panel and rail is removed and reinstalled.
Leaks at mounts
Old sealant around attachment points can fail and needs to be rebuilt from the deck up.
Pest or debris problems
Nests and packed leaves under the array can trap water against the roof.
Why this comes up often in Frisco
Frisco has one of the busier hail records around. NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 201 hail reports within 10 miles of the city from 2015 through 2024, with 68 at 1.75 inches or larger. The largest stone measured 4.5 inches on March 24, 2019. Storms like that damage the roof around and under panels, even when the glass survives.
Many arrays also sit on original roofs. Half of the homes in Frisco were built before 2009 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024), so homes that added solar a few years ago may now need roof work under the panels.
Hail does not only damage the panels you can see. Stones bounce and roll between rows and under the array, and wind can push debris into the gap. When the roof under the panels is worn or bruised, water can run along the rails and enter at the mounts. Taking the panels off is the only way to see and fix that part of the roof properly.
The removal and reinstall process
Document the system
We photograph the layout, wiring and mounts before anything is moved.
Remove the panels
Panels, rails and mounts come off.
Fix the roof
Repairs or a full roof replacement in Frisco are completed, with new flashing at each future mount point.
Reinstall and seal
The array goes back on, every penetration is sealed and the roof around the array is checked.
Things to ask before the work starts
Who is responsible for the panels while they are off the roof.
Whether the same layout will be used or adjusted for new vents or flashing.
How mounts will be sealed into the new roof surface.
How storm damage to the roof and panels is being documented for your insurer, if a claim is involved.
Timing the work
Plan the job for a stretch of dry weather if you can. Panels are off the roof while it is open, so a planned window avoids rushing the reinstall. If a storm has already caused a leak, a temporary cover can protect the home until the full process can start. We talk through the order of work and the timing with you before anything is unplugged.
One team for both trades
GemSco handles roofing and solar panel removal and reinstallation, which avoids passing the job between two companies. If hail caused the damage, we document it with photos and a written estimate; coverage depends on your policy. See our hail damage roof repair in Frisco page, our general solar removal and reinstallation service and our Frisco page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I just remove a few panels to fix a small leak?
Sometimes. If the leak is at the edge of the array and the cause is clear, removing a few panels may be enough. If the source is hard to trace or the damage spreads under several rows, taking off more of the array gives a better repair and avoids a second visit.
Will removing the panels void anything on my solar system?
It depends on the terms that came with your system. Some manufacturers or installers have rules about who can handle the panels. Check your paperwork before work starts, and share it with us so we can plan the removal to match.
How long are the panels off the roof?
That depends on how much roof work is needed and on the weather. A repair takes less time than a full replacement. We give you a schedule with the estimate and keep you posted if rain or other delays change the date the panels go back on.
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