One of the things that is often left out of solar panel system proposals and contracts is something that is – arguably – one of the most vital pieces of the entire system: How they are being attached to the roof.

It is something that is rarely brought up by solar panel sales teams and even less likely to be asked by prospective customers, but the roof attachments is one of the most important aspects of your future solar system, and is far from a one-size-fits-all situation. You need to make sure that the attachment solution used is the right one for your specific type of roof and even home location.

It is likely that you will be doing a lot of research, or asking a lot of questions when looking into what kind of solar panels are best for your situation, but a lot of these conclusions are based on price range and preference, whereas the attachments and brackets that are used to connect the panels to your roof needs to specifically be picked depending on your specific situation. If these attachments are not properly applied and sealed, you can guarantee that your brand new solar power system will not function properly, and will not last long.

Some of the factors that come into play when deciding what kind of roof attachment is most appropriate for your solar system and roof include what kind of weather patterns your area has, and what the average temperatures are.

Bouts of heavy rain, snowstorms, or heavy winds all come with their own unique issues and require specific attachments, while areas with extreme heat may need something special in order to deal with constant heat and UV exposure.

So, when you are doing your solar panel system research, make sure you ask about the proper bracket system for your roof!

This post was written by Shawn Henry, owner and solar energy expert, at Efficient Home Services of Florida. EHS is the premier company for Tampa Solar. EHS provides services across the spectrum to address every aspect of your home’s energy inefficiencies. They focus on making home energy efficient and then eliminating your energy bill with solar!