What to Do When Storm Damage Meets Solar Panels: A New Jersey Homeowner's Guide
Storm season in New Jersey can be brutal. High winds, hail, fallen trees—your roof takes a beating. And if you're one of the thousands of New Jersey homeowners who've gone solar in recent years, storm damage creates a complication most roofers aren't equipped to handle.
The Challenge Most Roofers Won't Touch
Let's be honest: most roofing companies don't want to deal with solar panels. It's not their expertise, it comes with liability they'd rather avoid, and coordinating with a separate solar company adds time and complexity to the job.
So when you call a traditional roofer after storm damage, you'll likely hear: "We can fix your roof, but you need to get those panels removed first."
Now you're looking at hiring two companies, managing two timelines, and hoping they actually communicate with each other (spoiler: they usually don't).
Why This Two-Company Approach Creates Problems
Delays. Your roofer is ready to start, but your solar company is booked out three weeks. Or vice versa. Meanwhile, your damaged roof sits exposed to the elements.
Miscommunication. Your roofer says the solar company didn't remove the mounting hardware properly. Your solar company says the roofer damaged the conduit during tear-off. You're caught in the middle.
Extra costs. Removal and reinstallation of solar panels can cost thousands of dollars—often not covered by insurance. And if anything goes wrong during the process, you're paying to fix it.
Warranty concerns. Improperly handled solar equipment can void your warranties. A roof that isn't inspected before solar reinstallation can lead to leaks down the road—and finger-pointing about who's responsible.
A Better Way: Roofing and Solar Under One Roof
At Advisor exteriors, we do both. Roofing and solar. Same crew. Same timeline. Same accountability.
When storm damage affects your roof and you have solar panels, here's what we handle:
Damage assessment – We evaluate both roof damage and solar system integrity in one visit
Insurance coordination – We work directly with your insurance adjuster and know how to document solar-related claims
Safe removal – We carefully disconnect and remove your solar panels, protecting both the equipment and your investment
Roof replacement – We repair or replace damaged roofing with quality materials and expert installation
Solar reinstallation – We reinstall your panels, reconnect all electrical, and ensure everything is permitted and inspected properly
Warranty protection – We make sure both your roof and solar warranties remain valid
One company. One contract. One point of contact from start to finish.
Experience Matters
We've been doing solar in New Jersey for over 10 years, and we've added roofing to our services specifically because we saw how frustrating it was for homeowners to coordinate between two companies.
Storm damage is stressful. Roof repairs are expensive. The last thing you need is the added headache of managing multiple contractors who don't talk to each other.
If you've experienced storm damage and have solar panels on your roof, give us a call. We'll assess the damage, explain your options, and handle everything from removal to reinstallation.
One call. One company. Done right.
Contact Advisor Exteriors today.