Roof condition
Discuss the condition and expected service needs of the roof before adding equipment. If repair or replacement is likely, ask how that work fits into the installation plan.
Solar & roof readiness
The roof and the energy plan
should work together.
Evaluate the roof first. Then consider a solar design based on the property, utility requirements and your actual energy goals.
Start with the fundamentals.
Roof age, remaining service life, structural suitability, shade and orientation all matter. A property-specific evaluation is needed before deciding whether solar makes sense.
Ask about electrical work, permits, utility interconnection, equipment warranties and any future cost to remove and reinstall panels for roof work.
Does my roof need replacement first?
Not necessarily. Have the roof’s condition and expected remaining life evaluated before installation. Planning the two projects together may avoid rework.
How much will I save?
That depends on your usage, utility rates, design, financing and production. No savings, incentive eligibility or payback is guaranteed here.
Can I choose equipment now?
Equipment availability, installer qualifications and project pricing need confirmation. Request a written proposal for your specific property.
Plan the roof and solar together
Four conversations
before installation.
Attachment and weatherproofing
Ask who designs and installs attachments, how roof penetrations are addressed, and who is responsible for related roofing work. Request the details in writing.
Future access
Understand what happens if roof work is needed after panels are installed. Discuss removal, storage, reinstallation, responsibility and likely cost categories before agreeing to a project.
Separate assumptions
Review roof work, solar equipment, production estimates, utility requirements, financing and warranty terms separately. Actual performance and financial outcomes depend on the property and the written agreement.