Mansfield Solar Panel Removal and Reinstallation for Roof Work
When the roof under a solar array needs work, the panels come off first and go back on after. Doing it right protects both the roof and the system.
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Common reasons to remove panels
Full roof replacement on an aging roof.
Hail damage to shingles under or around the array.
Leaks at mounts or under the panels.
Soft or rotten decking that needs to be replaced.
Damaged panels that need to come out.
Switching to a different roofing material.
Why it comes up in Mansfield
NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 99 hail reports within 10 miles of Mansfield from 2015 through 2024, and 27 were 1.75 inches or larger. The storm on June 12, 2023 brought stones up to 5 inches. A storm like that can damage shingles under an array as much as the exposed roof.
Half of the homes in Mansfield were built before 2004 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024). Some owners added solar on a roof that was already middle-aged. As those roofs wear out, panels will need to come off for replacement even if they still work well.
There is also the leak at a mount. Water can follow a fastener into the decking and appear in a ceiling far from the array, so fixing it means lifting the panels around that point.
How we handle it
Document
Photos of the array layout, wiring and mounts before anything is touched.
Agree on the shutdown
Shutting the system down is electrical work. Agree with your solar provider who handles it before the job starts.
Remove with care
Panels, rails and mounts come off.
Reinstall
New flashed mounts are set and panels go back up.
Check
The system and the roof around it are reviewed.
Things to settle before work starts
One contractor or two
One company for both jobs makes it clear who handles a leak later.
Storage
Agree where panels will be kept and how they will be protected.
Insurance
If storm damage is involved, talk to your insurer first. Coverage depends on your policy. See roof insurance claims.
Photos
Ask for images of the bare roof under the array before it is covered again.
Downtime
Ask how long the system will stay off while the roof work is done.
Timing the job well
Plan the sequence before anyone climbs the roof: when the panels come off, how long the roof work will take, when the array goes back up and how long the system will be off.
If a replacement is likely within a few years, it can make sense to do it now while the panels are already down for a repair. Removing the array once is better than doing it twice. An inspection of the whole roof helps you make that call.
GemSco does both
GemSco handles solar panel removal and reinstallation along with roof repair and replacement, so the same crew is responsible for the roof and the mounts. We are family owned, fully licensed and insured, with 20+ years of experience and free estimates. Learn more about solar panel removal and reinstallation, read what to do after a hailstorm damages your roof or visit our Mansfield roofing page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I leave the panels on and repair around them?
Sometimes, for small repairs at the edge of the array. Repairs under the panels or a full replacement usually need the panels removed. An inspection shows what is needed and whether lifting a few panels is enough or the whole array must come off.
Will the reinstalled panels use the old mount holes?
On a full replacement, the old holes are sealed or the damaged decking is replaced, and new mounts go in with new flashing. On a repair, existing mounts are checked and resealed as needed so they keep water out.
What happens to panels damaged by hail?
Damaged panels are noted and photographed during removal. They may need replacement before the system goes back up. If hail caused the damage, include the panels in your conversation with your insurer, since coverage depends on your policy.
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