Solar Roof Analysis: What It Is and Why You Need One Before Signing

You are thinking about solar. A salesperson called. They said your roof looks good. They want to come out for a "free consultation."

Before you let them on your property, get a solar roof analysis. Here is why.

What is a solar roof analysis?

A solar roof analysis evaluates whether your roof can support a solar panel system that will actually save you money. It checks four things:

1. Roof orientation — Which way does your roof face? South-facing roofs produce the most energy in the northern hemisphere. East and west work too. North-facing roofs produce significantly less.
2. Shading — Trees, chimneys, neighboring buildings, and even seasonal foliage can block sunlight from reaching your panels. A roof that looks clear in July might be shaded in December.
3. Roof age and condition — Solar panels last 25 to 30 years. If your roof is 10 years old, you will need to replace it during the life of your panels. That means removing and reinstalling the entire solar system. Double the cost.
4. Available space — How many panels will actually fit on your roof? This determines your system size and your potential savings.

Why salespeople will not give you this information upfront

Solar salespeople are paid on commission. They get paid when you sign. They do not get paid when they tell you your roof is not a good fit.

That creates a conflict of interest. Many salespeople will say your roof qualifies because they want the sale. They are not lying to be malicious. They are incentivized to say yes.

An algorithm has no incentive. It just tells you the truth.

What a proper analysis costs

Traditional solar companies offer "free" roof analyses. But those analyses come with a 2-hour sales pitch attached. You are not getting free information. You are trading your time for their data.

SolrScan offers an independent satellite roof analysis for $19. No sales call. No pitch. Just the data.

You get:

• Exact roof orientation and tilt
• Seasonal shading analysis (spring, summer, fall, winter)
• Estimated panel count and system size
• Roof age assessment
• Instant delivery via email

When to get a solar roof analysis

Get one before you do any of these:

• Sign a solar contract
• Pay a deposit
• Let a salesperson on your roof
• Commit to financing

$19 is cheaper than a wasted site visit. Cheaper than a bad contract. Cheaper than finding out 6 months later that your system is not producing what they promised.

The bottom line

Not every roof is good for solar. That is fine. Knowing upfront saves you thousands of dollars and months of regret.

Get the facts before you sign anything.

Get your solar roof analysis for $19 at solrscan.com

No account needed. Instant delivery. No sales call.