Roofing
The roof is more than what you see from the street.
A stain on the ceiling can turn a part of your home you rarely think about into the only thing on your mind.
How it works
Roofing works with the edges, connections and drainage around it to keep weather outside. FEMA’s wind guidance treats the roof and its connections as part of protecting a home. A roof question belongs in your solar planning too.
A more useful comparison
What you knew at move inPerhaps you received a roof age or an inspection report. That describes what was known at that time.
What matters before the next projectAsk what has changed, what was repaired and what an inspection shows now. Age alone does not give you a complete condition report.
Put the decision back in your hands.
You do not have to choose a replacement from a photograph or a sales pitch. Ask for the findings, the repair options and the reason behind the recommendation.
One useful next step
Gather past repair records. Ask who would handle panel removal and reinstallation if roofing work is needed after solar.
FEMA: Protect your property from severe wind
Source checked September 22, 2026. General education; your home needs its own assessment.
Source checked September 22, 2026. General education; your home needs its own assessment.