It may not be talked about much, but you may want to look into a new roof before installing solar to avoid hidden costs and surprises not to far down the road. Not only that, but solar panels last much longer than typical roofs, meaning that you'll have to reroof more than you expect as well. We dive into the full detail of how to navigate this topic, so that you make the right decision from the outset when looking at installing solar panels.

Here's the link to our Solar Reroof Cost Calculator: https://www.attainablehome.com/solar-...

00:00 Introduction
00:39 My Background and Perspective
01:31 What's in the Video
02:00 Check The Age, Type, And Longevity Of Your Roof
03:04 Examine Your Solar Power System
03:42 What Happens If You Need To Reroof?
04:16 How Much Will It Cost?
04:46 The Solar Reroof Cost Calculator
05:35 Beware Of The Surprise Cost
06:01 What Roof Should I Install?
06:33 Should I DIY It?
08:07 The Cost Of Hiring It Out
08:46 My Own Experience With Reroofing
09:53 My Second Reroofing Experience
10:40 Know How Long You Will Stay In It
11:35 For Real Estate Investors, The Mindset Is Different
12:24 Combo Roof + Solar Systems
12:53 Take Roof Longevity Into Consideration
13:40 Time To Think About Reroofing

Get our free guide and worksheet to get you started on doing your own energy efficiency work (typical savings 10-30% on your energy bill): https://www.attainablehome.com/ebook/

Check out the full story of our first net zero solar home renovation:    • I Created a Net Zero Solar Home For U...  

And here's the story on our solar install with tips and tricks to literally save thousands on yours:    • My Solar Panel Install 3 Years Later ...  

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