I live in Pa is it going to be ok to let the panel on the roof in the winter?
1039591
It will be okay to leave on the roof during the winter. But you must absolutely make sure that all water is drained from the panels and connections.
1039592
I leave it year round.Very good product, although, it will spring little leaks but extremely easy repair, a screw and aquarium glue and it's perfecto
300714
We don't live in a heavy snow fall area but I moved here from my, so I understand the fear. I think it would be fine. The shed actually comes with three cross beams that the roof is a to. Also, while putting ours together, it fell over and we had to say out portions of it. It's still fine. It did rip in one corner but it was our fault for not screwing it down to something when it git to windy to be out finishing it. So, if it still up after the wind knocking it over, I think the snow will be no problem. Plus it's short enough you could use a broom to just push the snow right off. No problem. Anyway, the cross beams are made of aluminum but they are strong cause they are i beams.
8649
I have my patio cover installed in Florida, and yes, I plan to keep it in place all year round. I assume that you might be concerned about snowfall.......it is my inexpert opinion that the structure is sturdy and solid enough to be considered an all-weather solution. The inclined roof appears to be tough enough to handle snow. There is some flexibility during assebly to increase or decrease the incline......... you might want to maximize the angle if you are concerned about heavy snowfall.
2102887
With proper ventilation (to keep your roof cold) and insulation (so house air doesn't warm it up) you shouldn't have any ice damns so will be OK. I redid all that on my place before installing the guard, so don't know how it does with heavy damning. Without damning it has held up fine in the snow.
1421074
Not easily. If you're an electrician with proper tools and most importantly proper waterproofing materials, then sure. I personally would not put a shortened line on my roof. It can easily be doubled over to fit a shorter span.
1920984
It depends on how well insulated the house is. If you have a fairly well insulated house and don't live in areas where extreme heat is normal, then I would think that one unit in the center of the roof would be sufficient. I live in Texas and have the unit installed in a 2,200 sq foot house. The roof has 3 different heights and pitches. Though none are really high, the one unit I have has cut my electric bill from over $300.00 a month in the summer to less than $200.00 a month this summer.
1682210
I live in Texas and we don't get below themp. very often but I do leave it out side all year and it has not hurt it any! I don't see why not.
476237
yeah, if your willing to bolt on to the roof. have to have access to tighten the nut down. so you'll need access to the roof panel.
919289
I can say with confidence that yes it will take a snow load but another one of my customers wrote this about the roof..The covering is not glass but a polycarbonate panel - kind of like a plastic piece of cardboard. It's a little flimsy but it does the job.Hope this helps
368370
Yes, but you don't want to push down onto the wires. I tend to rake most of the snow, leaving about 2 inches of snow on the roof. Obviously you have to be careful or you can pull the wires out of the roof.
1379452
I wouldn't want to count on it. The roof fabric is quite thin but it served us well during a recent church event.We live in coastal South Carolina so snow has not been an issue.Good luck!WBG
1433058
I have them underneath the eaves of my roof so they're partially sheltered. My guess that they would be OK with no protection from the weather. My only concern would be water getting into the battery compartment. Some type of protective weatherproof tape over the opening would work.
1854261
i live in iowa and would like to know how the roof can be removed for winter.
405891
I did on my outside deck, but make sure it's warm/hot outside when it's done. I live in ohio and so far it's doing fine..
1353439
I have just installed the box and haven't been in winter weather with it yet. I am planning to install a sheet metal cover over it and will be o.k. if I keep it dry.
1163067
As long as the siding panels are horizontal and you have a way to get the tab up under the panel, you should be fine.
1905839
Just allow direct sunlight to fall on the solar panel. You are over thinking the situation.