Is $12,000 to repair a roof leak under solar panels and reinstall them a fair price?
Project Details
I discovered a large roof leak under leased solar panels, which were installed in 2018 by the previous homeowner. The leasing company refused to cover the repair, stating their 5-year leak warranty had expired, but approved my contractor. The work was done in Arizona, where we don't get much rain. There were no previous signs of leaks until 2 months ago. During the repair, the roofer found multiple cracked tiles and water damage, indicating the roof might not have been leak-proof from the original solar installation. The underlayment had to be replaced due to significant water damage. I am wondering if I can recover part of the cost from the leasing company, as I was not given the lease to review until after moving in.
Quote Details
This quote covers the repair of a roof leak located under a leased solar panel array. The work was performed after the leasing company's 5-year leak warranty had expired, but with their approval. During the removal of the panels, the roofer discovered multiple cracked tiles and areas with water damage. - Remove existing solar panels - Replace underlayment on the affected side of the house due to significant water damage - Install a Pegasus solar tile mounting system - Reinstall the solar panels - Add a bird guard
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Category
Roofing
Price
$12,000
Quote Date
October 2, 2025
Location
Arizona
Year Built
2018
Roof material
Tile
Tearoff included?
No
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