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Connecticut homeowners pay among the highest electricity rates in the country. Every day your panels are off the roof costs you real money. NuWatt minimizes downtime with fast, professional R&R so your new roof and solar system are back in action quickly.
Flat Fee Range
$4,500–$6,000
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.
With CT electricity rates over $0.30/kWh, every day your panels are off the roof during a reroof costs roughly $6-9 in lost production
Connecticut requires a licensed electrician for all solar electrical work — including disconnect for roof replacement
Typical R&R cost in CT runs $4,500-$6,000 for a 22-panel system
If you have a leased system, your lease company must approve the R&R before any work begins
NuWatt coordinates directly with your roofer to keep your project on schedule and minimize downtime
Storm damage? Include solar R&R in your insurance roof claim — panels are covered as attached structures
Transparent pricing for solar panel remove and reinstall in Connecticut. 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–$6,000 |
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.
Nor'easters bring heavy snow, ice, and wind that stress roof-panel interfaces
Summer thunderstorms with hail can damage both roofs and panels simultaneously
Freeze-thaw cycles degrade flashing sealant around panel penetrations
Coastal areas face wind-driven salt spray that corrodes hardware
Heavy rainfall can expose flashing failures around panel mounts faster
Connecticut roofers generally honor their warranty when panels are professionally removed and reinstalled by a licensed contractor. Get written confirmation from your roofer before R&R work begins. If a roofer requires their own crew to handle R&R, be cautious — roofers are not licensed electricians in Connecticut.
Manufacturer warranties are not voided by professional R&R. Connecticut requires a licensed E-1 or E-2 electrician for solar disconnect/reconnect. Using unlicensed labor for the electrical work could jeopardize both your solar warranty and your homeowner insurance coverage.
Important: Read Before Scheduling
Connecticut has a high percentage of leased solar systems. If your system is leased or under a PPA, contact your financing company first. Most require written approval and may dictate which contractor performs the R&R. Some charge a separate R&R fee. NuWatt works with all major lease providers in Connecticut and can navigate the approval process for you.
Insurance & R&R Coverage
Storm-related roof replacements in Connecticut typically include solar R&R as part of the insurance claim. Connecticut sees frequent wind and hail events that damage both roofs and panels. Document all damage with photos before any work begins and include the R&R in your initial insurance claim. NuWatt provides insurance-ready documentation.
Expect 4-7 days of total downtime. We remove panels in about 1 day, your roofer works for 2-5 days, and we reinstall in 1 day. With Connecticut electricity at $0.30+/kWh, a 22-panel system loses about $6-9 per day while offline. We schedule tightly with your roofer to keep downtime to the absolute minimum. In some cases we can stage the removal in sections to keep part of your system producing while roofing proceeds.
Not when done properly. Manufacturer panel warranties and inverter warranties are preserved as long as a licensed E-1 or E-2 electrician handles the disconnect and reconnect. NuWatt is fully licensed in Connecticut and provides its own workmanship warranty on all R&R work. We photograph every panel and connection before and after to document the process for warranty purposes.
In most Connecticut lease and PPA agreements, the homeowner is responsible for the cost of R&R during a roof replacement. However, some lease companies (Sunrun, Tesla, Sunnova) have their own R&R programs with set fees, typically $2,500-$5,000. You must get written approval from your lease company before any work begins. NuWatt is an approved R&R provider for most major lease companies operating in Connecticut.
Yes, if the roof replacement is due to covered damage (wind, hail, fallen tree, etc.). Solar panels attached to your roof are considered part of the dwelling. Make sure your insurance adjuster includes the R&R cost in the initial damage estimate. NuWatt provides itemized R&R invoices formatted specifically for insurance claim documentation.
Yes. Connecticut requires an electrical permit for disconnecting and reconnecting a solar PV system. Your roofer handles the building permit for the roof itself. NuWatt pulls and manages the electrical permit, schedules the required inspection, and ensures everything is done to current code. Permit costs are included in our flat-fee pricing.
NuWatt carries comprehensive commercial liability insurance covering panel damage during R&R. If we damage a panel, we replace it at no cost to you through our insurance. We photograph every panel before removal to document pre-existing condition. This is why it is critical to use a licensed, insured R&R provider rather than letting your roofer handle the panels — most roofing policies do not cover solar panel damage.
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.