Absolutely! If you’re thinking about replacing your roof—like millions of other homeowners every year in America—you may also be considering adding solar at the same time.

In fact, an average of 2.3 million single-family, detached homes per year require a roof replacement. If just a fraction of those homes go solar at the same time, it would represent significant progress toward U.S. decarbonization goals, and would significantly reduce your energy bill.

Solar panels last about 25-30 years, which is similar to the lifetime of a roof. By doing both at the same time, you avoid needing to have your solar panels re-installed after replacing your roof, which can save money in the long run.

The Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) provides up to a 26% income tax credit for residential or commercial solar installations. The Solar ITC is planned to step down to 22% in 2023, then to 10% for commercial and 0% for residential in 2024. Get yours before it’s phased out!

Yes. A report from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory found that solar panels are viewed as upgrades and home buyers across the country have been willing to pay a premium of about $15,000 for a home with an average-sized solar array. Additionally, there is evidence homes with solar panels sell faster than those without.

Yes. If, like many Americans, you don’t have the required up-front cash to complete both a roof replacement and solar installation on your home, you do you have options. Balmer Roofing and Solar offers several financing options, including construction and solar financing through Mosaic, to help our customers complete their desired projects.

Most homeowners in the United States can expect their solar panels to pay for themselves in between 9 and 12 years, depending on the state they live in.

No. The first thing we do at Balmer Roofing and Solar is inspect your roof to confirm its condition, approximate age, and whether it can withstand the added weight of a solar panel installation. While installation of your solar panels will require holes in the roof to affix the racking, solar arrays are designed to prevent any penetration from leaking, and sealants at these holes will help to prevent roof leaks. Once installed, solar panels benefit the portion of the roof they cover by protecting and preserving it.