How safe are roof mounted solar panels
Just wondering if anyone has ever had a solar panel fly off while driving in high winds? Doesn't look like the 2 screws for each of the 4 mounting brackets are secure enough to handle driving down th...
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Hi,
I used 3 screws on each of my roof mount brackets, and they have stayed in place for well over 18 years. I also have not read a complaint about a solar panel flying off. The sealant used between the bracket and roof is almost enough to hold it in place, but new I also have 3 small #10 screws into the thin 3/8 plywood under the roof, and have a roof coating going over all the roof membrane, so that also prevents me from removing the panel mounts.
Good luck with your installation, and don't worry about them leaving.
Fred
I used 3 screws on each of my roof mount brackets, and they have stayed in place for well over 18 years. I also have not read a complaint about a solar panel flying off. The sealant used between the bracket and roof is almost enough to hold it in place, but new I also have 3 small #10 screws into the thin 3/8 plywood under the roof, and have a roof coating going over all the roof membrane, so that also prevents me from removing the panel mounts.
Good luck with your installation, and don't worry about them leaving.
Fred
