Chicagoland & Suburbs • Cook, Lake, DuPage, McHenry, Will, Kane
2,400+ 5-Star Reviews
Specialty Service
Solar Panel Inspection ($150)
We fly a thermal imaging drone over the solar array to identify panels running hot — a reliable indicator of malfunction. We also inspect panels, bonding, grounding, wire management, mounting brackets, roof penetrations, labeling, and wiring. We measure production output using an amp meter at the time of inspection.
Is Solar Panel Inspection Worth It for You?
An honest breakdown of the pros, cons, and when the risk justifies the cost.
Pros
- Malfunctioning panels reduce system output and may go completely undetected without thermal imaging
- Roof penetrations at mounting points are a potential source of water intrusion — we inspect these as part of the scope
- At $150 for a system that may represent a significant portion of the home's value, this is one of the most straightforward value-adds available when solar is present
Cons
- If the system is new and under full warranty, most findings would be covered by the installer regardless
- Production measurement reflects conditions on the day of inspection — output varies with weather and season
When the Risk Is High
- The solar system is older or no longer under active warranty
- The seller cannot provide production history or recent service documentation
- Roof penetrations around the array are not visibly well-sealed
When the Risk Is Low
- The system is new, under full warranty, and the installer is still actively accessible
- The seller has provided complete production history and recent service records