5 Things Every Homeowner Should Know Before Removing Their Solar Panels

Removing your solar panels isn’t as simple as taking them off the roof — and doing it wrong can cost you time, money, and system performance. Whether you're preparing for a roof replacement or selling your home, here are five essential things to know before removing your solar system:

1. You Need a Licensed and Experienced Solar Contractor: Solar removal isn’t a basic handyman job. Every wire, inverter, and mounting rail needs to be handled with care to avoid damaging your equipment or voiding manufacturer warranties. SLM Solar is licensed, bonded, and has decades of solar experience — especially with removals, reroofs, and re-installs.

2. Your System May Be Under Lease or Warranty: If your solar panels are leased or financed, there may be restrictions on who can service or remove the system. Removing panels without proper authorization can violate your agreement and result in fees. Always check with your lease provider first — and confirm that your chosen contractor is certified to work with your equipment.

3. Proper Storage Protects Your Investment: When SLM Solar handles a removal, we don’t just take the panels off and leave them in the front yard. We label, store, and protect your panels and hardware on-site to prevent damage and ensure everything is ready for a clean reinstallation. It is important the system is reinstalled the same way it was before the removal.

4. New Racking May Be Required: Depending on your roof condition and racking age, the original mounts may not be suitable for reinstallation. We’ll evaluate everything and, if needed, install new, code-compliant racking designed to extend your system’s lifespan and safeguard your new roof.

5. Choose a Contractor Who Handles Recommissioning: Getting your system back up and producing power is just as important as taking it down. At SLM Solar, we don’t leave until your system is safely reinstalled and generating power — and we back it with a 5-year workmanship warranty.

   
   

   

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