Roofing Companies Get a Helping Hand with Solar Decommissioning
Replacing a roof with solar energy? Whether planned or unplanned, careful consideration should be given to determining the most cost-effective and safest approach to the project.
When a roof reaches the end of its life, roofing companies are called in to save the day. Replacing a roof, especially on large commercial buildings, becomes remarkably more complex when a solar system is involved. It is important that electrical equipment only be handled by properly trained technicians.
Decom Solar has a specific track record of success in supporting roofing companies manage projects with solar systems.
When a roofing company is hired to replace a large commercial roof, they must decide:
- Has the solar system also reached the end of its life, or
- Does the solar system need to be temporarily removed and reinstalled following the roof replacement?
Decom Solar has turnkey solutions for any re-roofing with solar scenarios. Decom Solar determines the best solution and handles:
- Turnkey decommissioning
- Temporary removal & reinstall
- Repowering of underperforming system components
- Labor cost mitigation through strategic construction planning
- Roofer of record support throughout the entire project
Case Study: Keeping Texas Distribution Centers Powered Through Reroofing
When two Texas distribution centers needed new roofs, Decom Solar decommissioned and reinstalled:
- 5,443 Solar Modules
- 47 String Inverters
- 242 Mechanical Roof Attachments
- DCE Eco-Mount Racking across 2.965 million sq. ft. of .090 TPO membrane roofing
By coordinating with roofing partner Centimark and staging equipment on the roof, we cut costs and kept schedules on track—ensuring zero disruption to operations.
Download the complete case study here.
Experience is power.
We have extensive experience when it comes to how to take care of your solar system while re-roofing your building. Decom Solar’s due diligence protects the roofer, system owner, and tenant and includes:
- Permitting: Decom Solar will handle all discussions with the permitting authorities and ensure that the roofing project will not result in code upgrade requirements.
- Reuse vs Replacement: Decom Solar will perform a full system analysis and determine if any components need to be replaced due to safety or operational issues. We will analyze what material can be reused and follow manufacturer and industry best practices for all replacement hardware and components.
- Damage Mitigation We will be on-site with roofing teams at key steps of their project to ensure that no damage is done to electrical components or wires. Through third-party solar and roofing inspections, all groups will be protected throughout the project.
- Training and Education: We hold on-site and virtual training with roofing teams so that they have a clear understanding of how to work around any solar equipment that is to remain in place. This training builds rapport amongst the construction teams and helps ensure a seamless project.
Regardless of where you find yourself in the reroofing process, Decom Solar is here to help. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help!
