SoSoCNX Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 Will solar panels create a watertight roof? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lamkyong Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 from my experience with SP i would think it would not be suitable for a water tight roof it would be better to construct a light roofing set up before hand the place panels on suitable SP mounting brackets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMartinHandyman Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 Build a light steel or aluminum skeleton that matches the installation size of the solar panel system above the carport roof. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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tjo o tjim Posted July 13, 2019 Share Posted July 13, 2019 The only water-tight option is a frameless panel with caulk between the panel gaps. Expect to pay double for the panels. Or, just go with a double roof, metal with panels above. Still cheaper. Only reason I have heard of going the first route is to be able to call the source water NSF rated for collection, although it is prettier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirineou Posted July 13, 2019 Share Posted July 13, 2019 As suggested by Lamkyong , put a light roof covering on the carport , like the corrugated plastic, and then put the solar panels, IMO you will not be saving any money by using the solar panels a roof. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted July 14, 2019 Share Posted July 14, 2019 Agree 100% with the above sentiments, place a light roof under the panels. Apart from water leakage consider maintanance, you may have to replace a panel at some point. If they are siliconed together you will have a fun day, if they are just mounted on the rails using the screw fixings with a small gap you will have a fun 20 minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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