Getting a new roof and already have solar?
Solar equipment needs to be properly removed before the roofing work begins and reinstalled after the new roof is ready. Sundial Solar Services provides professional solar removal and reinstallation for roof replacement projects throughout Central Florida.
We regularly work with solar electric, solar pool-heating, and solar water-heating systems. Sundial is certified to service all three categories and can coordinate directly with your roofing contractor when requested.
Solar Systems We Remove & Reinstall
Removal and reinstallation is not limited to photovoltaic panels. Different solar systems use different rooftop equipment and require procedures suited to the equipment being handled.
Solar Electric / PV
Solar electric work may involve modules, racking, attachments, wiring, and associated rooftop equipment as applicable to the system.
Solar Pool Heating
Solar pool-heating work may involve collectors, roof-mounted plumbing, connections, sensors, controls, and related components.
Solar Water Heating
Solar water-heating work may involve rooftop collectors, plumbing, and associated solar water-heating components.
Each system should be handled by professionals familiar with its equipment and its connection to the roof.
How Removal & Reinstallation Works
- Evaluate the existing system. We review the existing equipment and installation before removal and identify visible concerns when practical.
- Remove the solar equipment. We carefully remove the panels or collectors, racking, mounting components, wiring, plumbing, and related equipment required to provide the roofer with a workable roof area.
- Organize the equipment. Removed equipment is kept organized for the reroofing process and subsequent reinstallation. Project-specific storage arrangements should be established with the homeowner.
- Roofing work is completed. The roofing contractor completes the roof replacement.
- Reinstall the solar system. Sundial returns after the roof is ready and reinstalls the appropriate solar equipment.
- Reconnect and test. We reconnect and check the system as appropriate for the equipment being serviced.
Roofing Contractor Coordination
When requested, Sundial can communicate directly with your roofing contractor about the solar portion of the project and coordinate removal and reinstallation timing. This can make the reroofing process easier by helping both contractors understand when the roof must be clear and when it is ready for solar reinstallation.
Sundial manages the solar work only. The roofing contractor remains responsible for its own work, workmanship, schedule, and completion date.
Roofing Contractors: Partner With Sundial
Sundial actively works with roofing contractors that need an experienced solar contractor for removal and reinstallation projects. We are interested in developing additional ongoing relationships with roofing companies throughout our Central Florida service area.
Our team can handle the solar portion of reroofing projects involving:
- Solar electric systems
- Solar pool-heating systems
- Solar water-heating systems
When requested, we can communicate directly with the roofing contractor and coordinate scheduling for the solar scope. Sundial is available for individual removal and reinstallation projects as well as ongoing working relationships.
Why Professional Solar Removal Matters
Rooftop solar systems may include panels or collectors, racking and attachments, electrical wiring and connections, solar pool-heating plumbing, solar water-heating plumbing, sensors and controls, and roof penetrations or mounting locations.
Improper handling can damage equipment or complicate the roofing project. Professional removal keeps the solar scope organized and helps provide the roofer with the workable roof area needed for replacement.
Roof Attachments & the New Roof
A reroof creates an opportunity to evaluate how the solar equipment will be reattached to the new roofing system. Sundial considers the type and condition of the solar equipment, the roof, mounting locations, and appropriate attachment methods when planning reinstallation.
Careful installation practices help protect the new roof and support reliable solar-system operation. Recommendations depend on the individual roof and system.
Damaged or Failed Equipment
Removal may expose aging, damaged, or previously problematic components. Sundial can perform repairs, replace equipment, and provide warranty-related service where applicable during the removal and reinstallation process.
If additional problems are discovered during removal or reinstallation, we’ll explain what we find and discuss the appropriate repair, replacement, or warranty options. Additional equipment or labor may result in additional charges. Warranty eligibility and coverage depend on the manufacturer, equipment, applicable terms, and the individual system.
Considerations for Older Solar Systems
Existing solar equipment may have years of exposure to Florida heat, UV, storms, roof movement, and normal wear. Some older systems have brittle components, existing damage, discontinued parts, or other conditions that only become apparent during removal.
Sundial evaluates the existing equipment and discusses significant concerns before additional work when practical. Pre-existing deterioration may affect what can be reused or how the system should be reinstalled.
Original Solar Installer Unavailable?
You do not need the original installer to handle the solar portion of your reroofing project. Sundial specializes in taking over service for existing solar systems when the original installer has gone out of business, stopped servicing the area, or is otherwise unavailable.
Our solar repair and maintenance team can evaluate existing equipment and discuss repair or warranty-service options when appropriate.
Solar Electric Panel Removal
Solar electric removal and reinstallation may involve modules, racking, roof attachments, electrical connections, wiring, and other rooftop equipment. We review the existing installation, remove the equipment needed for roofing access, reinstall it after the new roof is ready, and check the system as appropriate.
Learn more about Sundial’s solar panel services.
Solar Pool Heating Removal
Solar pool-heating systems may include roof-mounted collectors, plumbing, connections, sensors, and controls. Sundial removes the equipment needed for roofing access, inspects components when practical, and reinstalls and checks the system after the new roof is ready.
Learn more about our solar pool-heating services.
Solar Water Heating Removal
Solar water-heating removal and reinstallation may involve rooftop collectors, plumbing, and related components. Sundial plans the work around the existing equipment and reconnects and checks the system as appropriate after reinstallation.
Learn more about our solar water-heating services.
Florida Roof Replacement & Solar
Florida roofs and solar equipment operate through intense sun and UV, heat, heavy rain, tropical weather, wind and storms, coastal conditions, and normal aging. These conditions can contribute to roof replacement needs and affect the condition of rooftop solar components.
Planning the solar removal before reroofing begins helps homeowners, roofers, and solar professionals coordinate the project around the existing equipment and the needs of the new roof.
Solar Removal & Reinstallation FAQs
Do solar panels need to be removed before replacing a roof?
Roof-mounted solar equipment generally needs to be removed from the work area before the roofing contractor can replace the underlying roof. The exact scope depends on the system and roofing project.
Can my roofing contractor remove my solar panels?
Solar equipment may include electrical, plumbing, mounting, and control components. It should be handled by professionals qualified and familiar with the specific type of solar system. Ask your roofer how the solar scope will be handled before work begins.
When should I schedule solar removal before my reroof?
Contact Sundial as early as practical once you are planning the roof replacement. We will discuss the known roofing schedule and coordinate the solar scope based on project details and availability.
Will Sundial coordinate with my roofing contractor?
Yes. When requested, Sundial can communicate directly with your roofing contractor about the solar portion and coordinate removal and reinstallation timing. The roofer remains responsible for its own work and schedule.
Where will my solar equipment be kept?
Removed equipment must be kept organized and protected for later reinstallation. Storage arrangements depend on the property and project and should be established with the homeowner before removal.
When will the solar system be reinstalled?
Reinstallation is coordinated after the roofing contractor has completed the relevant work and the roof is ready. Timing depends on the roofing project, system requirements, and scheduling availability.
What happens to old attachment locations?
The roofing contractor and solar contractor each address the areas relevant to their scope. Reinstallation planning considers the new roof, the system, appropriate attachment methods, and suitable mounting locations.
What if damaged equipment is discovered?
We will explain significant issues we find and discuss appropriate repair, replacement, or warranty options. Additional equipment or labor may result in additional charges.
Can Sundial perform warranty work?
Sundial performs warranty-related service on qualifying equipment where applicable. Coverage is not guaranteed and depends on the manufacturer, equipment, warranty terms, and individual system.
Can an older solar system be reinstalled?
Often, but the answer depends on equipment condition, parts availability, compatibility, and the new roof. Some older components may require repair or replacement before the system can be properly reinstalled.
What if my original installer is out of business?
Sundial works on many systems installed by other companies and specializes in taking over service when the original installer is closed or unavailable.
Do you handle pool and water-heating systems?
Yes. Sundial regularly removes and reinstalls solar electric, solar pool-heating, and solar water-heating systems and is certified to work in all three categories.
Getting a New Roof? Talk to Sundial.
Plan the solar work before the roofing project begins. Tell us what kind of system you have, what work is planned, and the roofing schedule if known.