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Getting a new roof when you have solar panels is complicated. Your roofer cannot touch the panels, your solar installer may be gone, and one wrong move voids your warranty. NuWatt coordinates the entire remove-and-reinstall process so you can get your new roof without the headache.
Homeowners with solar panels face a uniquely frustrating situation when they need a new roof. Here is what usually happens:
Your roofer refuses to remove solar panels — they are not licensed for electrical work and do not want the liability
Your original solar installer is gone, bought out, or charges $5,000+ just to remove and reinstall
If the panels are removed incorrectly, your manufacturer warranty is voided — and you are stuck with a $30,000 paperweight
Some homeowners delay reroofing for years, causing leak damage that costs far more than the R&R would have
Lease and PPA customers have no idea who to call — the financing company owns the panels but will not help with the roof
Five simple steps from free assessment to panels back online.
We inspect your solar system, document panel layout, check electrical connections, and coordinate timing with your roofer. No cost, no obligation.
We schedule panel removal to align with your roofer start date. We handle all permits and utility notifications for the electrical disconnect.
Our licensed electricians disconnect and safely remove every panel, optimizer, and conduit run. Panels are stored securely on-site or at our facility.
Your roofer does their job on a clean, panel-free roof. No obstructions, no risk of damage, and no delay. We stay in communication throughout.
Once the new roof is complete, we reinstall all panels, reconnect the electrical system, verify production, and schedule the final inspection.
Transparent pricing for solar panel remove and reinstall. No hidden fees.
| Service | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Per-Panel Removal | $100 – $175 |
| Per-Panel Reinstall | $125 – $200 |
| Typical 20-Panel System (flat fee) | $3,000 – $5,500 |
Flat fee includes:
Roofers are not licensed electricians. If they disconnect your solar system, your manufacturer warranty is voided immediately. Even well-meaning roofers can cause arc faults, ground faults, or panel damage that costs thousands to repair.
Solar panels produce electricity whenever sunlight hits them. Removing panels without a proper electrical disconnect is a shock and fire hazard. A licensed electrician must isolate the system before any panel is touched.
If you have a solar lease or PPA, the financing company owns the panels. You need their written approval before anyone touches the system. Some leases include R&R coverage; others require you to pay out of pocket. NuWatt can help you navigate this process.
Before a single panel comes off, your R&R provider should photograph and map the entire layout, test every panel and optimizer, and record serial numbers. This protects you if any equipment is damaged during the process.
Solar panels reinstalled on a brand-new roof with updated mounting hardware.
State-specific R&R pricing, permit requirements, and timeline information. Find your state for local details.
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 one week.