Removing and reinstalling solar panels is a big decision. Whether you're upgrading, fixing the roof or moving the system, knowing how the process works and how to pick the right company is what protects your investment.
See how it works, step by step ↓The process
A good removal starts before anything comes off the roof and ends only after every string is tested.
1. Disconnect
2. Remove
3. Store
4. Roof work
5. Reinstall01 · Inspect and plan
We assess the existing system and the roof structure. A good record of the layout is what makes a clean reinstall possible.
We note how the system is working before anything comes off.
Panel arrangement, wiring and strings are documented.
We look at the roof so removal doesn't add damage.
Removal, storage and reinstall spelled out, not a lump-sum guess.
02 · Disconnect and remove
Cutting the system from the grid is not a step to guess your way through.
The system is shut down and disconnected from the grid before any panel moves.
Panels come off the mounting hardware without cracking glass or bending frames.
Panels, rails and mounts are labeled for reinstall.
Panels are stored safely on site until the roof is ready.
03 · Roof work
With the panels safely stored, the roof can be repaired or replaced. SolarFIX doesn't do roofing. Use your own roofer or our roofer referral.
Your roofer gets a clear roof to work on.
Whatever the roof needs, done while the panels are off.
Old mount locations are sealed so they don't leak.
Removal, roofing and reinstall dates lined up together.
04 · Reinstall and test
Panels go back on positioned for sunlight, with every connection restored.
Racking and panels go back on and are rewired.
Every string is tested and voltage verified.
The system is verified before it reconnects to the grid.
We confirm the system is producing before we leave.
Our work carries a 10-year workmanship warranty.
Homeowner guide
When removal makes sense, how it works, and how to pick a company.
Removal looks simple from the ground. On the roof it means live wiring, fragile glass and roof penetrations. The right company gets the panels off and back on without damaging either.
Choosing a company
DIY removal risks
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What we can help with
Most removals happen for one of these reasons.
Newer panels produce more power per square foot, so an upgrade can make sense.
Roof integrity comes first. Sometimes the panels have to come off so the roof can be fixed properly.
Moving? A good removal company stores the panels and reinstalls them without damage in transit.
Adding batteries, upgrading inverters or expanding capacity often means partial removal and a new layout.
SolarFIX takes the panels off and puts them back on for your new roof.
Removal & reinstallSolar R&R for roofers through our partner program.
Roofer Partner ProgramQuestions
It varies widely. System size, roof complexity and whether the panels go back on a new or repaired roof all affect the total. See our removal and reinstall cost page for specific pricing.
By the complexity of the job, the number of panels and any additional roof work required. Always ask for an itemized quote that covers removal, roof work and reinstallation.
Typically a few days to a week from start to finish, depending on complexity and weather.
Most panels and components can be reused if they still work and fit the system's requirements. Compatibility with newer technology or different brands can be an issue.
The most common reasons are roof repair or replacement, upgrading to more efficient panels, relocating the system, and reconfiguring it for batteries, new inverters or more capacity.
We don't recommend it. You can crack panels, damage the roof or void the manufacturer warranty, and falls and electrical shock are real dangers while the array is connected. A professional brings the tools, safety protocols and a workmanship warranty.
No. SolarFIX removes and reinstalls the solar. You use your own roofer, or one from our roofer referral, and we schedule the solar work around them.
Experience with both solar and roofing, verified reviews, an itemized quote, written workmanship warranties, a valid license with bonding and insurance, and clear communication about the timeline.
Removal and reinstall pricing depends on your system and your roof. Our cost page lays out what to expect so there are no surprises.
See removal and reinstall cost →Call SolarFIX at (602) 960-2091. Licensed, bonded and insured, AZ ROC #323541, with a 10-year workmanship warranty.
