ServicesSolar Repair
Solar Repair in Richardson
When your solar output drops or an inverter shows a fault, we find the cause, explain it in plain terms and repair it so the system meets current electrical code. You get a working system and a clear record of what was done.
Getting a quiet system producing again
Most solar problems are small and specific. A connector loosens after years of heating and cooling. An inverter logs an arc fault and shuts down. A hailstone cracks one panel, and the whole string sags. The panels still look fine from the street, so the first sign is often a higher electric bill.
We start by measuring, not guessing. Each string is tested, the inverter history is read, and the wiring is checked against the code it has to meet today. Some repairs, like replacing an inverter or rerouting conductors, need a permit and a city inspection. When yours does, we pull it and meet the inspector, so the fix is on record.
This is the same care we bring to our solar panel installation jobs, just in reverse: find what changed, then restore it properly. We have been in business 5 years, and our team holds over 40 solar certificates and licenses between them.
What a repair visit covers
String and module testing
We measure voltage and current on each string and compare them against what the panels should produce. A weak string points us to the exact panel or connection at fault.
Inverter and optimizer diagnosis
We read the fault codes and production history, check firmware and communication, and test microinverters or optimizers where they are fitted. Then we tell you plainly whether a part can be reset, repaired or needs replacing.
Wiring, connectors and conduit
Sun and heat break down wire ties, cable jackets and MC4 connectors over time. We replace damaged runs, secure loose conductors off the roof surface and correct anything that no longer meets code.
Rapid shutdown and grounding checks
Older systems sometimes predate current rapid shutdown rules or have grounding that has worked loose. We check both, because they matter for firefighter safety and for passing inspection.
Panel and racking replacement
Cracked glass, hot spots and loose clamps are handled with matched replacement parts. Any mount we disturb is resealed before we leave.
Signs your system needs a repair
- Production has dropped
- If your monitoring app shows a steady decline, or a sudden step down, something has changed. Dust alone rarely causes a large drop.
- The inverter shows a red or amber light
- Fault lights and error codes mean the inverter has stopped or limited output to protect itself. Write down the code if you can; it helps us arrive with the right parts.
- Monitoring has gone silent
- A blank app can be a simple communication fault, or it can hide a system that has been off for weeks.
- Visible damage after a storm
- Cracked glass, a shifted panel or wiring hanging below the array after a North Texas hailstorm should be checked before the next rain.
- Breakers that keep tripping
- A solar breaker that trips repeatedly is telling you something about the circuit. Leave it off and have it looked at.
How a repair job runs
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A conversation by phone
You tell us what you are seeing, and we ask about the system's age, equipment brand and any error codes. That lets us plan the visit and bring likely parts.
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Diagnosis at your home
We shut the system down safely, test from the panels to the main service and photograph what we find. You see the readings and the photos, not just a verdict.
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A written plan before work starts
We explain the repair, list the parts and labor line by line, and note whether a permit is required. Nothing proceeds until you agree.
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Repair, inspection and handover
We make the repair, restart the system and confirm production. Where the city needs to sign off, we schedule the inspection and stay with it through approval, then clean up and walk you through the result.
What shapes the cost of a solar repair
Repair costs vary more than installation costs because every fault is different. We price after diagnosis, in writing, so you know the full figure before any work begins. These are the things that move it most.
- The failed component
- A reseated connector is a modest fix. A replacement string inverter or a set of microinverters is a larger one, and part availability depends on the brand.
- Manufacturer coverage
- Many inverters and panels carry manufacturer warranties. We check what still applies and help you file the claim, which can take the cost of the part off your bill.
- Roof access and array layout
- Steep pitches, two-story homes and panels deep in the middle of an array take more time and safety setup to reach.
- Permits and code upgrades
- If the repair needs city approval, current code may require updates such as rapid shutdown equipment. We tell you up front when that applies and why.
Solar repair questions
- Can you repair a system another company installed?
- Yes. We test it the same way we test our own work, from the panels to the main service. Where the repair calls for it, we bring the affected parts up to current code.
- Will a repair affect my existing warranties?
- We use approved parts and documented procedures so manufacturer warranties stay intact. Our own repair work is backed by our 10-year workmanship warranty on solar. We will explain which coverage applies to which part of your system.
- Does a solar repair need a permit?
- Simple fixes like replacing a connector or a single matching panel usually do not. Replacing an inverter, adding equipment or changing wiring generally does. In those cases we file the paperwork and meet the city inspector, so the work is approved and on record.
- Is hail damage covered by homeowners insurance?
- Often, though it depends on your policy. We document the damage with photos and test readings you can share with your insurer. We do not act as your adjuster, but we explain what we found clearly so the claim is easier to make.
- Should I repair an older system or replace it?
- If the panels test well and the problem is an inverter or wiring, repair is usually the sensible choice. If several components are failing at once, we lay out both options honestly, including what a new solar panel installation would involve.
Find out what changed in your system
Tell us the symptoms and any error codes, and we will plan a diagnostic visit to your home in Richardson or nearby towns like Plano and Garland.