Be particularly careful if you need to work from the ladder.
How to install solar roof tiles.
Installation time is dependent on the size and complexity of your roof but most installations take approximately one week to complete.
Solar roof includes two types of glass tiles a solar tile and a non solar tile.
During the design phase our energy experts will determine the right number of solar tiles based on your energy needs.
Now you will need to connect the wiring that was run over the roof and through the shingles.
They are virtually indistinguishable from street level.
Add the shingles one by one.
After installation you can start using solar roof when the utility provides permission to operate pto.
Step 6 wire the shingles.
Most solar shingles are 12 inches wide and long.
They are usually a little thicker than the normal asphalt shingle.
Start at the top of your roof and slowly work your way down to the bottom tiles.
Add the solar wiring to your roof following the instructions provided with the wires.
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Nail each shingle down one by one using your nail gun.
Once we receive these we ll reach out and schedule your installation.
The tiles have a lot to offer.
You may need to drill holes or weave the wires through the surface you re covering.
Tesla is starting to partner with other companies to install solar roof tiles and deploy the new solar product faster.