Solar Panel Repair San Diego

Solar panel repair in San Diego usually starts with one thing. The system isn’t producing like it used to. Bills go up, apps look off, and nothing obvious looks broken from the ground.

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Why people need solar panel repair in San Diego

Most solar systems don’t fail all at once. Output drops slowly, one section stops producing, or an inverter starts throwing errors that don’t make much sense. San Diego sun is great for solar, but constant heat stresses wiring, connections, and mounting hardware year after year.

Systems installed eight to twelve years ago are hitting that stage now. We also see a lot of repair calls after roof work, where panels were removed and reinstalled but something didn’t get hooked back up correctly.

What solar panel repair actually includes

Solar panel repair usually has very little to do with the panels themselves. Most issues are tied to wiring, mounts, inverters, junction boxes, or roof penetrations. We start by checking system output and isolating where production is dropping, then work backward to the source.

That means physically checking connections, mounts, conduit, and components on the roof and at the inverter. Repairs can be as simple as fixing a loose connection or as involved as correcting poor mounting from an older install.

How long solar panel repair takes

Many solar panel repairs can be handled in a single visit once the issue is identified. Some take a couple hours, others take most of a day depending on access and complexity.

If parts are needed or the system uses older equipment that’s harder to source, repairs can take longer. We explain that upfront so expectations are clear and there are no surprises later.

Common solar repair problems we see locally

Around San Diego County, heat and roof movement cause most solar problems. Roofs expand and contract daily, and solar mounts don’t always handle that movement well over time. Wiring gets stressed, connections loosen, and seals fail.

We also see inverter failures, damaged conduit, and systems installed without enough clearance for heat to escape. Older installs especially tend to ignore future service access, which makes even simple repairs more involved.

Solar panel repair vs replacement

A lot of systems can be repaired and kept running well for years. Replacement isn’t always needed, even when performance drops. Solar panel repair helps identify whether the issue is isolated or if the system is reaching the end of its useful life.

If panels are physically damaged or equipment is no longer supported, solar panel replacement may make more sense. Repair gives you that answer before money gets spent in the wrong direction.

Roof issues tied to solar repairs

Solar problems and roof problems overlap more than most people realize. Bad flashing, rushed roof repairs, or poorly sealed penetrations can affect solar performance and create leaks at the same time.

That’s why working with a company that handles roofing and solar installation together matters. Fixing solar without understanding the roof usually leads to repeat issues later.

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San Diego Location

Serving San Diego County

If your home is in San Diego County, there’s a good chance we’ve worked on a project nearby.

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McKay Roofing and Solar

San Diego Office

3737 Bancroft Dr, Spring Valley, CA 91977

Licensed & Insured

License #1130793

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Mon - Fri: 7am - 4:30pm

Sat: Closed

Sun: Closed