Solar PV panels have a lifespan of around 25 years typically, with some expected to last up to 40 years in the right conditions and with the proper maintenance and care throughout their lives. That is to say, solar panels last a long time, and your solar panel system should, in theory, be around for a long while yet.
But that isn't always the case.
Maybe your roof needs replacing or a roof repair, and that's going to mean you need your PV solar panel systems removed before reinstalling solar panels again. Or maybe your energy efficiency has dropped significantly, and you're looking to change older panels and reinstall solar panels with modern technology such as PV or hybrid in their place.
Whatever the case, PV solar panel removal and reinstallation is a necessity sometimes, and you need to know where to look in Northampton for help if you ever need it, right?
Well, look no further. Here at Panelit Solar in Northampton, we take care of all your solar panel needs, including solar panel removal. So, if you're looking to have your solar panels removed for good, or if you want to remove and reinstall them after a new roof installation, we can help you there. To find out more, read on below.
When you install solar panels, you're not likely to expect having to remove solar panels in the near future. In fact, a solar panel system is designed to be incredibly durable.
Solar panels aren't susceptible to damage because they're very well protected, and the parts that make them work don't move, meaning general wear and tear is unlikely. With a lifespan and warranty of 25 years+, it might come as a shock to even see that Panelit Solar offers solar panels removal services to begin with. But yes, removing and reinstalling solar panels is becoming increasingly popular, so a solar panel installer like us needs to be on hand to offer our services where we can.
So, why might you need to make use of your solar installers for removal and reinstallation in Northampton?
Sometimes, solar panels have nothing to do with the reason you're removing them. Sometimes, removing solar panels is necessary only so a roofing company can carry out a necessary roof repair at your property.
Because a solar power system takes up so much room on your roof, you might need to remove them temporarily until the repairs can be carried out. Remember, a roof might not have as many years left in its useful life as the solar system you've recently had installed, so roof work might be necessary before your solar PV modules have run out of usefulness.
Of course, a roofing company won't be qualified to remove solar panels from your roof, so a solar installer, like us here at Panelit Solar, will need to carry out the work in advance. In these instances, your solar energy system will have the panels removed before they are installed again once the work on your roof has been carried out.
Please note: Solar panel removal and reinstallation is a separate cost to your roof work, so any work carried out on your roof will be a separate bill with your roofing company. The panel removal and reinstallation will come with a separate bill paid to the solar installer that carries out the solar panel removal work.
The average homeowner in Northampton will select the right solar panels for them when working with solar installers to begin with. But there are times when an individual might make certain choices based on their budget at the time, before finding themselves in a different financial situation and wanting to make a few upgrades later on.
Every solar PV system will generate electricity, store that energy if you have a solar battery, and help reduce your reliance on your local utility company and energy supplier. But some solar panels do it better than others, and you might be looking for a more efficient solar system now, despite it costing more money. If that's the case, before you contact solar companies for a new solar system installation, you will need to remove your current solar panel setup.
We can carry out solar PV panel installation - just check out our services page for more information - but we can also carry out the solar panel removal work to begin with.
As solar equipment receives more interest as domestic and commercial projects increase, technologies advance and solar panels become even more efficient than they were before. This might mean some people want to make upgrades before their old solar PV system has used up its warranty or expected lifespan, in order to save money on electricity bills and increase their energy efficiency right now.
Another reason why solar panel removal might be necessary is for solar panel repair. Your PV system is durable and designed to last a long time, but just because they shouldn't face any problems doesn't mean they don't from time to time.
Sometimes electrical connections can become loose - usually through some sort of pest interference - and when they become loose, the back of the solar panel becomes susceptible to moisture and humidity, leading to panel failure in certain cases. When this happens, you will need to remove any defective panels before you reinstall solar panels. Although repairs are rarely needed with a PV system, solar power, just as with any system, is still capable of failing on occasion.
Using a competent and licensed installer to first install your solar panels is an excellent way of ensuring the entire process goes smoothly and your energy output is working as it should, so you will be less likely to need to remove and reinstall solar panels due to repairs.
Another common thing we're starting to see is removing and reinstalling solar panels at other properties because you're moving house. You own the solar panels on your roof, so if you need to move from Northampton, you might as well take your investment with you, by moving your solar panels from your old roof to your new roof. This is much more cost effective than paying for a whole new solar system at the new place.
We're able to remove solar panels for you, safely store them off site if necessary, and transfer them to your new property, before reinstalling solar panels at your new place if you need us to. This includes the entire system - solar batteries and all - so it's a really smart financial decision to take your solar panels with you when you leave your old property.
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There are many reasons why solar panel removal and reinstallation may be necessary, so if you find that you need help with removing and reinstalling solar panels at your property, how can the Northampton team at Panelit Solar help? What will it look like if you hire us today?
Well, after our initial chat to find out why you need to remove your solar panels and finding out if you need to reinstall solar panels at your property (or a new one), we can come to your home and get started at a day and time that suits you. The very first thing we'll do on site is ensure the site is safe to work on. A flat roof is usually easier to work with than a standing seam roof, for example, which may require scaffolding to help us remove and reinstall your panels.
As soon as we're satisfied we're safe to go, we'll start by de-energising your system. Solar power still relies on a lot of power lines, wires, and electricity, so we have to take the energy out of the system to ensure we're safe to start work. Usually, this just involves flipping the circuit breakers.
After that, it's time to actually start removing the panels. In some cases, removing solar panels is simple, but your project cost might increase if we need to remove mounting hardware and mounting equipment as part of the job.
Some solar panels, especially on flat roofs, need mounting equipment for the panels to get the right pitch for solar power, and these will need to be removed as part of the process. If the mounting hardware has been installed on a more complex roof (usually concrete or clay tiles) then removing it will be a little trickier, so it will take longer. Asphalt roofs are usually MUCH easier to work with, and removing the mounting equipment is just as quick as removing the solar panels.
Once the panel and mounting hardware are all loose, we can then remove the wiring. This can often be quite a lengthy process itself, especially if you have a solar power system that relies on something known as a string inverter.
You can read more about inverters on our 'solar PV inverter replacement' service page, but essentially a string or central inverter has a LOT more wiring because all the solar panels in the system are linked together before being connected to the inverter (and possibly a solar battery after that if you have one). Where there is more wiring involved, the job may take longer and therefore cost a little more.
If you plan to reinstall solar panels after a particular job - such as repair work to your roof or satellite dishes - then we can take a few extra steps at this stage to make sure the reinstallation goes smoothly.
We can strip everything back to a point that ensures the equipment is safe from damage and your home is perfectly safe, but without removing everything. This will mean that when we reinstall solar panels at a later time, it'll be much quicker and the cost required on your end will be greatly reduced too - meaning the job takes us less time and you save on costs.
Depending on why you're removing and reinstalling solar panels at your property, we might need to carry out a few additional jobs for you, like minor repairs or cleaning of the panels themselves. Again, this depends on why you want to remove and reinstall the solar panels to start with, and as an honest solar company we'll only complete jobs that are actually required and you've been made aware of beforehand, so you have no surprise costs when you work with Panelit Solar.
If we have had to remove and reinstall your solar panels, either at the same property in Northampton or a different one, we will then carry out the reinstallation for you. This might be on the same day or at a later date, depending on the work you're having done and the reason for removing and reinstalling to begin with.
Once everything is connected back up, we'll ensure everything is in working order before leaving you to enjoy your solar power for your energy consumption once more.
There are several factors that affect the costs of work like this. If you remove and reinstall panels from an unusual area of your roof or from a roof that's got difficult to work with materials, then the cost will increase. Costs will also increase if we require special tools to carry out the work due to the location of your property, or due to the nature of the work. The larger your solar power system, the more it will cost to remove and reinstall, because the labour cost will also increase.
Our point? It's difficult to provide an average for the cost of removing and reinstalling solar panels because each solar array is different. With that in mind, for an average 3 bedroom property in the UK with a 12 panel PV system, you can expect it to cost around £500-£1000. This cost greatly increases if we need to remove and reinstall panels in unusual areas.
The very best way to find out how much it will cost YOU to remove and reinstall YOUR panels is to call us today. As soon as we know more about the system you have in place, we'll be able to provide you with an upfront, no hidden fees quote for the work.
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To remove your current installation, a solar company like ours can usually complete the work in a day. But please note, this is for removal only. If you will also need your solar panels to be installed again after work has been carried out on your roof, for example, then installation can take an additional day.
In total, for both removal and reinstallation, a hardworking solar company like ours will be able to turn everything around in 2 days, or so.
We hope that our PV solar panel removal services haven't made you think you'll be removing PV panels regularly, because that isn't the case. In fact, if you had a relatively new roof at the time of installation of your original solar panels, and you don't plan on moving property anytime soon, you probably won't have to remove and reinstall your panels until they come to the end of their natural life.
PV panels can last for upwards of 25 years, and you hopefully won't ever have to call a solar company like ours to remove them before then. But if you must, for whatever reason, then you know where to find us.
Removing solar panels is just as complicated as the installation process, so no, we would never recommend removing a solar panel PV system yourself. The work involved can be dangerous if not carried out properly - you'll be working on a roof and electricity is involved, for example - so it's always best to rely on the pros for this kind of work.
Sometimes solar panel removal is necessary, and when it is, contact Panelit Solar. Our team of experts will carry out the work quickly, professionally, and safely, and will ensure that the work is carried out at a suitable date and time for you. We know that removing and reinstalling solar panels for roof work can be stressful, because for as long as your solar panels are out of action, you aren't making savings on your energy bills. That's why we always carry out critical work at a suitable time for you.
Contact Panelit Solar today, explain your needs, and we'll do our best to help you with your PV solar panel removal.
We ensure the safe removal of solar panels and then examine their condition as a service provider. Depending on the customer's preference and the utility of the panels, they can be reused, sold, or properly recycled.
Depending on the specific services we provide, our firm can handle the reinstallation of a solar PV system at a different location. We recommend that you discuss your needs with us to see if reinstallation is included in our services.
We provide full insurance and guarantees to cover any potential damage or problems that may happen throughout the removal procedure. Our purpose is to give our customers with peace of mind and to secure their property.
Yes, we can remove a piece of the solar PV system for reasons such as roof repairs and then reinstall the panels. Our skilled staff ensures that the surviving system is not disrupted and that the system is properly reinstalled to retain its operation.
