Removing and Reinstalling Solar Panels in Pflugerville
Roof work under a solar array starts with taking the panels down. Done in the right order, the roof gets fixed and the system goes back sealed and working.
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Common reasons for a removal
Hail damage
Cracked or bruised shingles under or around the array that cannot be reached with panels in place.
Roof replacement
An aging roof that has to come off while the panels still have years left.
Leaks at mounts
Old flashing or sealant failing at attachment points.
Repairs nearby
Work on vents, valleys or flashing that the array blocks.
Clues the roof under your panels needs work
Ceiling stains or attic moisture below the array.
Granules washing out of the gutter under the panels.
Lifted, cracked or missing shingles at the array edges.
Hail marks on the uncovered slopes after a storm.
Sealant around mounts that is cracked or pulling away.
A roof the same age as neighboring roofs that are already being replaced.
Why it comes up often in Pflugerville
NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 86 hail reports within 10 miles of Pflugerville from 2015 through 2024, and 32 were 1.75 inches or larger. Large hail hit nearby in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024, with stones up to 4 inches on September 24, 2023. Four straight years of hail means roofs under arrays may have damage that has never been seen, because the panels hide it.
Age plays a part too. Half of the homes in Pflugerville were built before 2004 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024). Panels added years ago may now sit on a roof that is about 22 years old and wearing out. Replacing that roof while the panels are off is usually smarter than patching around them and removing them again later.
If you are not sure whether your roof needs work, start with a roof inspection in Pflugerville that includes the area around the array.
How the job is done
Document
Photos of the layout, wiring and roof condition before anything moves.
Plan the shutdown
Before anything is lifted, confirm with your solar provider who shuts the system down and how.
Remove and protect
Panels and racking come off.
Roof work
Repair or replacement, with new flashing at every mount point.
Reinstall
Racking and panels go back, and the flashing at each mount is checked.
Insurance and next steps
If hail caused the damage, the roof, the panels and the removal may be treated differently under your policy. Coverage depends on your insurer. GemSco documents everything with photos and gives a written estimate with the removal and reinstall listed. Our roof insurance claims page explains how we work, and our post on how a roof insurance deductible works covers the money side.
Plan the schedule as one job. Removal, roof work and reinstallation should be booked together so the system is offline for as short a time as possible. Ask who handles the electrical disconnect and reconnect, where the panels will be stored and how they will be checked before going back up. Clear answers in writing keep the project on track and avoid surprises once the crew starts.
GemSco is family owned, fully licensed and insured. Learn more about our solar panel removal and reinstallation service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a roofer just work around my panels?
For a small leak right at a mount, sometimes. For wider damage, like hail cracks across the slope or a worn-out roof, the panels need to come off. Working around them leaves most of the roof under the array unchecked, and the problem usually comes back.
Will removal damage my panels?
Careful handling, labeling and protected storage keep that risk low. Ask how panels will be stored and checked before they go back. Recording your system's output before the work gives you a simple way to compare once it is reinstalled.
Should I replace the whole roof while the panels are off?
If the roof is near the end of its life or has widespread hail damage, it usually makes sense. Doing it now avoids a second removal later. An inspection with the panels down gives you the clearest look you will get at that part of the roof for years.
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