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Massachusetts roofs take a beating from snow, ice, and nor'easters. When it is time for a new roof, your solar panels need to come off first. NuWatt provides fast, licensed panel removal and reinstallation so your roofer can get to work without delays.
Flat Fee Range
$4,500–$6,500
Per-Panel R&R
$325–$375
Avg System Size
22 panels
Timeline
1 day for removal, 2-5 days for roofing, 1 day for reinstall. Total R&R downtime is typically 4-7 days.
Massachusetts requires a licensed electrician for solar panel disconnect and reconnect — do not let your roofer handle it
Typical R&R cost in MA runs $4,500-$6,500 for a 22-panel system, or $150-175 per panel for removal and $175-200 for reinstall
Your manufacturer panel and inverter warranties are preserved when a licensed professional handles R&R
NuWatt coordinates directly with your roofer to minimize downtime and keep your project on schedule
If you have a solar lease or PPA, your financing company must approve the R&R before work begins
Storm damage claims can include solar R&R — ask your insurance adjuster to include panel removal in the roof claim
Transparent pricing for solar panel remove and reinstall in Massachusetts. No hidden fees, no surprises.
| Service | Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Per-Panel Removal | $150–$175 |
| Per-Panel Reinstallation | $175–$200 |
| Flat Fee (Whole System, ~22 panels) | $4,500–$6,500 |
What's included: Electrical disconnect, panel removal and labeling, secure on-site storage, reinstallation on new roof, electrical reconnect, production verification, and final inspection. Permits and utility notifications included in all flat-fee quotes.
Typical Timeline
1 day for removal, 2-5 days for roofing, 1 day for reinstall. Total R&R downtime is typically 4-7 days.. NuWatt coordinates directly with your roofer so panel removal is complete the morning your roofer is ready to begin, and reinstallation starts the day your new roof passes inspection.
Freeze-thaw cycles accelerate roof aging, especially around panel flashing penetrations
Heavy snow loads stress both roof structure and panel mounts
Nor'easters can damage flashing and compromise the seal between panels and roof surface
Ice dams frequently form at the lower edge of panel arrays
Coastal areas face salt-air corrosion on roof and panel hardware
Massachusetts roofing contractors typically honor their full warranty when panels are professionally removed and reinstalled. However, if panels are removed by an unlicensed crew or the roof is damaged during R&R, the roofer may void their warranty on the affected area. Always coordinate your roofer and solar R&R provider before work begins.
Manufacturer panel warranties (25 years) and inverter warranties (12-25 years) are not voided by professional R&R as long as a licensed electrician performs the disconnect and reconnect. Workmanship warranties from the original installer may not transfer. NuWatt provides its own workmanship warranty on all reinstallation work.
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If you lease your panels or have a PPA, you must contact your financing company (Sunrun, Tesla, etc.) before any removal. Most lease agreements require the leasing company to approve R&R work and may require their own crew or an approved contractor. Some lease companies charge $2,000-$5,000 for R&R. NuWatt can coordinate directly with your lease provider on your behalf.
Insurance & R&R Coverage
If your roof replacement is due to storm damage, your homeowner insurance may cover the panel R&R as part of the claim. Solar panels attached to your roof are typically covered as part of the dwelling. File a single claim that includes both roof and solar R&R. NuWatt provides detailed invoicing formatted for insurance claims.
Typically 4-7 days total. Panel removal takes about 1 day, your roofer then needs 2-5 days for the roof replacement (depending on roof size and weather), and reinstallation takes another day. During this time your system produces zero electricity, so we work with your roofer to schedule tightly and minimize lost production. For a typical 22-panel MA system, each day offline costs roughly $5-8 in lost energy production.
No, as long as the work is done by a licensed professional. Manufacturer panel warranties (25 years) and inverter warranties (12-25 years) remain intact when a licensed electrician handles the disconnect and reconnect. Your original installer's workmanship warranty may not transfer, but NuWatt provides our own workmanship warranty on all reinstallation work. We document every step with photos for your records and any future warranty claims.
If you own your panels outright or through a loan, you pay for R&R directly. If you have a lease or PPA (Sunrun, Tesla, Sunnova, etc.), the situation varies by contract. Most lease agreements require the homeowner to pay for R&R, though some financing companies have their own crews and charge $2,000-$5,000. You must get written approval from your lease company before anyone touches the panels. NuWatt is an approved contractor for most major lease companies and can handle the coordination.
If the roof replacement is due to covered damage (storm, wind, hail, fallen tree), your insurance typically covers the cost to remove and reinstall the solar panels as part of the overall claim. Solar panels are considered attached structures. File a single comprehensive claim that includes the roof and the panel R&R. NuWatt provides itemized invoicing formatted for insurance adjusters. If the reroof is due to age rather than damage, R&R is not covered by insurance.
Yes. Massachusetts requires an electrical permit for disconnecting and reconnecting a solar PV system. The permit ensures the work is inspected and meets current electrical code. NuWatt handles all permit applications and scheduling of inspections as part of our R&R service. The permit cost is included in our flat-fee pricing — there are no surprise charges.
Absolutely. We coordinate directly with your roofing contractor to align schedules. We can remove panels the day before your roofer starts and reinstall the day after they finish. If your roofer encounters delays (weather, material delivery), we adjust accordingly. Many MA roofers refer their solar customers to NuWatt because they know we will not hold up their job.
NuWatt carries full commercial liability insurance that covers any damage to your panels or roof during R&R. If a panel is damaged, we file a claim on our insurance and replace the panel at no cost to you. We also photograph every panel before removal and after reinstallation to document pre-existing condition. This protects both you and us. Always confirm that whoever handles your R&R carries proper insurance — uninsured roofer removal is the number one cause of panel damage claims.
Do not let solar panels delay your roof replacement. NuWatt handles the entire remove-and-reinstall process so you can get your new roof on schedule and keep your solar system producing.
Free assessments available. Most projects scheduled within 1-2 weeks.