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Maine roofs endure some of the harshest conditions in the Northeast — heavy snow, ice, salt air, and nor'easters. When it is time for a new roof, NuWatt removes and reinstalls your solar panels safely so you can protect both your roof investment and your solar production.
Flat Fee Range
$3,000–$4,500
Per-Panel R&R
$240–$315
Avg System Size
20 panels
Timeline
1 day for removal, 2-5 days for roofing, 1 day for reinstall. Total R&R downtime is typically 4-7 days.
Typical R&R cost in ME runs $3,000-$4,500 for a 20-panel system
Maine requires licensed electricians for solar panel disconnect and reconnect
Coastal Maine homes face accelerated roof aging — plan R&R at the first sign of roof trouble
Net energy billing continues through the R&R process — your utility credits are not affected
NuWatt services all of Maine including rural and coastal areas
NuWatt coordinates directly with your roofer and handles all electrical permits
Transparent pricing for solar panel remove and reinstall in Maine. No hidden fees, no surprises.
| Service | Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Per-Panel Removal | $110–$145 |
| Per-Panel Reinstallation | $130–$170 |
| Flat Fee (Whole System, ~20 panels) | $3,000–$4,500 |
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.
Heavy wet snowfall creates extreme load on both roofs and panel mounts
Coastal storms bring wind-driven rain and salt spray that degrade roofing and hardware
Extreme cold (below -25F in northern Maine) stresses sealants and mounting components
Ice dams are severe on older Maine homes with inadequate insulation
Spring nor'easters can damage roofs and panels simultaneously, triggering combined claims
Maine roofers honor their warranty when panels are professionally removed by a licensed provider. Coastal Maine homes face accelerated roof wear from salt air and storms. Coordinate R&R timing carefully — if you wait too long, roof damage can spread to panel mounting areas and increase costs.
Manufacturer panel and inverter warranties are preserved through professional R&R. Maine requires licensed electricians for solar electrical work. Panel removal by an unlicensed roofer could void your equipment warranty and create liability issues.
Important: Read Before Scheduling
If your Maine solar system is leased or under a PPA, contact your financing company for written approval before scheduling roof work. Lease companies require advance notice and may have preferred R&R contractors. NuWatt is approved by most major lease providers and can coordinate the approval for you.
Insurance & R&R Coverage
Maine homeowner policies typically cover solar R&R as part of storm-damage roof claims. Maine is particularly prone to wind, heavy snow, and ice damage. Coastal Maine policies may have separate windstorm deductibles. Include R&R in your initial claim and get a comprehensive damage estimate.
Expect 4-7 days of total downtime. Panel removal takes about 1 day, roofing takes 2-5 days (depending on roof size and weather), and reinstallation takes 1 day. Maine weather can extend the timeline, especially during late fall and winter. We work closely with your roofer to schedule efficiently. Each day offline costs about $4-6 in lost production for a typical 20-panel Maine system.
No, as long as a licensed electrician handles the disconnect and reconnect. Manufacturer panel warranties (25 years) and inverter warranties (12-25 years) remain fully valid through professional R&R. NuWatt is licensed in Maine and provides its own workmanship warranty on reinstallation. We test the entire system after reinstall and provide performance verification documentation.
In most Maine lease agreements, the homeowner covers R&R costs. Your lease company (Sunrun, Tesla, etc.) must provide written approval before anyone touches the panels. Some lease companies have set R&R fees ranging from $2,000 to $4,500. NuWatt is approved by most major lease providers in Maine and can handle the coordination and approval process for you.
Yes, when the roof replacement is due to covered damage (storm, wind, hail, ice, fallen tree). Solar panels attached to your roof are covered as part of your dwelling. Include R&R costs in your initial insurance claim. Note that some coastal Maine policies have separate named-storm or windstorm deductibles. NuWatt provides itemized documentation for your insurance adjuster.
Yes. Maine requires an electrical permit for disconnecting and reconnecting a solar PV system. NuWatt handles the entire permitting process — application, coordination with the inspector, and final sign-off. This is included in our flat-fee R&R pricing. Your roofer handles the separate building permit for the roof work itself.
NuWatt carries comprehensive commercial liability insurance. If we damage a panel during R&R, we replace it through our insurance at no cost to you. We photograph every panel before removal and after reinstall to document condition. This is especially important for Maine homes where snow and ice may have caused pre-existing damage that surfaces during removal.
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.