If you’re a Tampa Bay homeowner planning to replace your roof and already have solar panels installed, there’s an important step you can’t afford to overlook.
While solar energy systems add long-term value and efficiency to your home, they also complicate the roofing process. New roof installations involving solar panels require special coordination between your roofer and your solar provider to ensure that your warranties remain intact and the system continues to function safely and efficiently.
At Metro Builders Tampa Bay, we prioritize protecting your investment — and that includes your solar warranty.
Why Solar Panels Require Special Handling During Roof Replacement
Many homeowners don’t realize that the removal and reinstallation of solar panels must be performed by your solar provider — not your roofing contractor. Even though it may seem easier to have one team handle everything, allowing your roofer to detach the system could void your solar manufacturer’s warranty or damage sensitive equipment.
Our team will never put your investment at risk. That’s why we work hand-in-hand with your solar provider throughout the entire new roof installation process.
What to Do Before Scheduling Your Roof Replacement
Here’s how to properly plan your roof replacement if you have solar panels:
1. Contact Your Solar Panel Provider
Ask them if they offer a “detach and reset” service — which involves temporarily removing the panels before your roof replacement and reinstalling them afterward. Most reputable companies offer this service or work with certified solar technicians who do.
2. Schedule the Detachment Before Roofing Begins
Coordinate the removal to occur just before your scheduled new roof installation date. This ensures your roof is exposed to the elements for as little time as possible.
3. Reinstall the Panels After Inspection
After your new roof is installed and passes final inspection, your solar provider should return to reinstall the panels. This ensures that all components are installed on a clean, code-compliant surface and remain under warranty protection.
What Metro Builders Offers Tampa Bay Homeowners
At Metro Builders, we’ve handled thousands of roof replacements across the Tampa Bay area — including homes with advanced solar energy systems. We understand how to navigate the timing, permits, and technical coordination required for safe, efficient new roof installations involving solar.
Here’s how we help make the process seamless:
- Coordination with Your Solar Company – We’ll communicate directly with your provider to ensure timelines align and downtime is minimized.
- Permit-Pulled, Code-Compliant Roofing – Our installations meet or exceed local Florida building codes, so your new roof is ready to support modern solar systems long-term.
- Experienced Project Management – Every homeowner is assigned a dedicated Project Manager who ensures all moving parts — roofers, solar techs, inspections — stay on schedule.
Why Roofing Experience Matters with Solar Systems
When installing a new roof beneath a solar system, every detail counts — from flashing and underlayment to shingle alignment and panel mounts. The roofing surface must be perfectly prepared to support the solar hardware long after installation is complete.
Hiring an inexperienced contractor could lead to:
- Misaligned mounting points that compromise your solar system
- Roof leaks due to poorly sealed flashing
- Delays in inspection approval due to improper permitting
Metro Builders has been serving Florida homeowners since 1996, and we bring nearly 30 years of expertise to every new roof installation, including those involving high-performance solar systems.
Ready to Plan Your New Roof with Solar Panels?
We understand that roof replacement is a major investment — especially when solar panels are involved. Our Tampa Bay roofing team is here to help you navigate the process safely, efficiently, and without warranty risks.
Whether you’re in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, or Brandon, Metro Builders is your trusted partner for new roof installations that are built to last.
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