Should you replace your roof before going solar?
This is one of the most common questions homeowners ask before a solar install, and the answer comes down to one number: how many years does your current roof have left?
The rule of thumb
If your roof has fewer than 10 to 15 years of expected life remaining, most installers - including us - recommend replacing it before the solar install. Otherwise, you're likely to need a roof replacement mid-way through your system's 25-year warranty period, which means removing and reinstalling the array at additional cost.
What that removal actually involves
Taking down and reinstalling an existing array isn't part of a standard roofing job. It requires a licensed solar technician, adds labor time, and is an avoidable cost if the sequencing is planned upfront.
Why one company handling both matters
A roofer without an electrical license may not be able to evaluate how roof work affects an existing or future solar system, while a solar installer without a home improvement license cannot take responsibility for the roofing scope. All Season holds New Jersey electrical and home improvement credentials in-house, so one team can assess your roof first and recommend the right order for your home.
Frequently asked questions
A general rule of thumb is that if your roof has fewer than 10 to 15 years of expected life left, it's worth replacing before installing solar, since removing and reinstalling panels later adds cost.
Yes. Removing and reinstalling an existing solar array to access the roof underneath is an additional labor cost that can be avoided by sequencing the roof work first.
Yes, if that company holds both the required electrical and home improvement licenses in-house. All Season Solar holds both, so the same crew can evaluate, sequence, and install both projects.
Not sure which one you need?
We'll evaluate the roof first and give you a straight recommendation before solar enters the scope.
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