re-roof solar service

Solar Panel Removal & Reinstall

Getting a new roof? We safely remove your solar panels and reinstall them when the roofers are done.

New Roof, Same Solar

Roofs wear out, and eastern Idaho's snow, wind and summer heat are hard on them. If you have solar panels and need a new roof, the panels have to come off first and go back on afterward. Sunlight Electric handles solar panel removal and reinstallation for homes and businesses around Idaho Falls, working alongside your roofing contractor so the job goes smoothly.

Technicians on a roof with ladders during solar work

Why Use a Licensed Electrician?

A solar array is a live electrical system. Disconnecting it, removing panels and racking, protecting the wiring and reconnecting everything afterward should be done by people who understand both the electrical and the mechanical side. Our licensed electricians shut the system down safely, label and protect components, and bring it back online properly when the new roof is finished.

Crew on a home roof working on solar panels

How the Process Works

First, we inspect your system and coordinate timing with your roofer. On removal day we safely shut down and disconnect the array, then remove the panels and racking and store them carefully. After the new roof is on, we install new attachments and reinstall the racking, remount the panels, reconnect the wiring and test the system to confirm it's producing as it should.

A Good Time for Upgrades

With the panels already down, a re-roof is a convenient time to replace aging inverters, add more panels or prepare for a battery. Explore solar batteries and energy storage

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Systems From Any Installer

It doesn't matter who installed your solar. We work on systems from other companies, including ones whose installer is no longer in business. If we find problems during removal, we'll let you know before reinstalling. Learn more about our service for orphaned solar systems

Licensed and Local

Sunlight Electric is based at 1710 E Piper St in Idaho Falls and holds Idaho and Wyoming electrical contractor and master electrician licenses. Our work is covered by our written workmanship warranty

Plan Your Re-Roof

Call (208) 206-7819 any day from 7 AM to 9 PM, or request a removal and reinstall estimate

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faq

When should I call you about a re-roof?

As soon as you're planning a new roof. Early contact lets us coordinate with your roofer so the panels come off and go back on with as little downtime as possible.

Will you remove panels another company installed?

Yes. We remove and reinstall solar systems regardless of who originally installed them.

Can I make changes while the panels are down?

A re-roof is a good time to replace aging equipment, add panels or plan for battery storage. Let us know what you're thinking and we'll plan it into the project.

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