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Solar Panel Removal & Reinstallation

Expert Solar Detach & Reset Services

When it’s time for a roof replacement or repair, your solar investment needs to be handled with care. Many homeowners find that the solar panel removal and install cost is a necessary investment to protect both their roof and their energy savings.

At Galaxy Electric & Solar, we specialize in "Detach and Reset" projects. We coordinate directly with your roofing team to ensure your panels are safely removed, stored, and reinstalled to original performance levels.

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Safe Storage

Panels are carefully labeled and stored in a secure, weather-protected location during roof work.

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Watertight Reinstall

We use new flashing and professional sealing to ensure zero leaks after your new roof is finished.

What We Offer:

  • Professional system shutdown and safe electrical disconnection
  • Careful removal and secure, weather-protected onsite storage
  • Full hardware inspection to identify wear or critter damage
  • Precision reinstallation with new flashing for a watertight seal
  • System commissioning and performance testing to ensure energy output
  • Coordination with roofing contractors for seamless scheduling
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Solar panel removal and install cost

Our Detach & Reset Process

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Safe Disconnection

A licensed electrician de-energizes the system and isolates the inverters for safe handling.

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System Removal & Storage

Panels are labeled and moved to a secure location to prevent damage during roof work.

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Watertight Reinstallation

We use professional sealing and new flashing to ensure zero leaks on your new roof.

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Testing & Activation

Final diagnostics verify the system is back online and producing maximum energy.

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System Commissioning

We perform final diagnostics and voltage checks to ensure your system is safely back online and producing at peak performance.

Why Choose Galaxy Electric & Solar?

  • 20+ years of electrical experience ensuring your panels are never compromised during the move
  • We use industry-leading flashing and sealants to protect your brand-new roof investment.
  • Expertise with Seattle City Light and Puget Sound Energy requirements
  • We provide system health reports before and after the reset for your peace of mind.
  • We work directly with your roofing contractor so you don't have to manage the schedule.
Solar Panel Removal & Reinstallation
Solar Panel Removal & Reinstallation

Where We Install

Galaxy Electric & Solar installs commercial solar systems across the Seattle metro area:

  • Seattle (Downtown, SODO, Georgetown, Interbay)
  • Eastside (Kirkland, Bellevue, Redmond, Mercer Island)
  • North End (Bothell, Woodinville, Lynnwood, Shoreline)
  • South King County (Renton, Tukwila, Kent)

Start Saving with Solar

Galaxy Electric & Solar makes it easy to transition your business to renewable energy. Call or text us to schedule a free consultation and learn how solar can reduce your long-term operating costs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Solar arrays are high-voltage electrical systems. Our licensed electricians ensure the system is safely de-energized and handled according to electrical codes, protecting your warranty and preventing damage to sensitive components that general laborers might overlook.

Typically, the "detach" takes one day before the roofers arrive, and the "reset" takes 1-2 days once the new roof is completed. We coordinate directly with your roofing team to minimize the time your system is offline.

Yes, we always use brand-new flashing and professional-grade sealants to ensure a watertight bond with your new roof. We also inspect all existing mounts and wiring for wear or damage and replace them as needed to ensure long-term reliability.