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Can a tile roof handle solar panels?

If you have a tile roof and are considering solar energy, you might be wondering whether your roof can handle solar panels. Tile roofs—especially lightweight cement or clay tiles—are beautiful and durable but also delicate. Unlike asphalt shingles, they can crack easily under pressure, which makes solar installation a bit more challenging.

Are solar roof tiles a good alternative to solar panels?

You can even now buy solar roof tiles which have a similar appearance to conventional roof tiles, but even though these are less obtrusive they cost a lot cost more than solar panels and are less efficient too. But after taking the USA by storm with the involvement of the Tesla company, they are becoming more popular as an alternative in the UK.

Can solar panels be installed on tiles?

Installing composite shingles – Instead of mounting solar panels directly on fragile tiles, the roofing team installs composite shingles in the designated area. Composite shingles are durable, waterproof, and provide a sturdy base for the solar panels.

How do I install solar panels on a lightweight tile roof?

The best way to install solar panels on a lightweight tile roof is through a method called inset solar installation, also known as a “comp-out” installation. This technique removes the section of tile where the solar panels will be installed and replaces it with composite shingles before mounting the solar array.

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