When Solar Meets
the Roof
Solar installations have become standard across the Inland Empire — and while the panels themselves are installed by solar companies, the roof underneath is the roofer's domain. When something goes wrong at that intersection, you need a licensed roofing contractor who understands both.
We handle two types of solar-related roofing work: damage caused during installation, and leaks that develop under or around panels over time.
Solar Installation Damage
Tile roofs are particularly vulnerable during solar installation. Walking the roof, positioning equipment, and drilling mounting points can crack tiles, break grout, or compromise the underlayment. If your solar company left you with broken or cracked tile after an install, we can assess the damage and repair it properly — matching your existing tile where possible.
Leaks Under Solar Panels
A leak that originates under a solar panel array requires panel removal before any roofing work can begin. We coordinate panel removal and reinstallation as part of the repair process — we remove the panels, locate and fix the source of the leak, and reinstall the panels when the roofing work is complete.
This is a job many roofers won't touch because of the coordination involved. We handle it end-to-end.
What We Handle
- Cracked or broken tile from solar installation foot traffic
- Damaged or missing tile around mounting hardware
- Flashing failures at solar penetration points
- Leaks originating under panel arrays
- Panel removal and reinstallation coordination
- Post-solar inspection and damage documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
The solar company is responsible for damage they caused. We can provide a written inspection report documenting the damage that you can use to file a claim with them. Then we repair it.
We coordinate panel removal and reinstallation as part of the repair process. We work with your solar company or a qualified electrician to handle the panel work safely while we handle the roofing.
Call us for a free inspection. We'll locate the source of the leak and determine whether solar penetrations are involved. Leaks near or under panel areas are common and often misdiagnosed.
In many cases yes. We'll identify your tile manufacturer and source a match. Older or discontinued tile can be harder to match exactly — we'll be upfront with you about what's possible.