Solar Roof Tiles

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fooddiva
fooddiva Registered Users Posts: 15
Has anyone used the solar roofing tiles? Besides regular solar panels, we were thinking of putting up some solar roofing tiles on a new screen porch we may be building. Any recommendations or types to stay away from? Looking for the best price and quality. We would install them ourselves. Thanks:D

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  • n3qik
    n3qik Solar Expert Posts: 741 ✭✭
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    Re: Solar Roof Tiles

    The problem with this type, is a warranty claim. You will need to rip a good portion of roofing off to get it off. Plus, the cost is 1.5X over normal panels.
  • niel
    niel Solar Expert Posts: 10,300 ✭✭✭✭
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    Re: Solar Roof Tiles

    let's not overlook the efficiency differences as the roofing type is not as efficient.
  • fooddiva
    fooddiva Registered Users Posts: 15
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    Re: Solar Roof Tiles

    Thanks for your info. I didn't think they were worth it but wanted to talk with some other PV users first.
  • niel
    niel Solar Expert Posts: 10,300 ✭✭✭✭
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    Re: Solar Roof Tiles

    that shingle type is more of a compromise for asthetics than function.