How Do You Install Solar Panels on a Flat Roof?

Flat roofs have a minimal slope allowance that will accommodate solar PV panel systems. Sounds as if installing solar panels on a flat roof is a very simple matter. However, installing solar panels on a flat roof does really takes a little extra considerationrather than sloping roofs because flat roof typically use different construction materials and methods compared to pitched roofs. So, a thorough inspection is necessary to ensure the roof is sturdy enough ro support the weight of the solar panels and the mounting system.

Does your house have a flat roof?

A roof having a rise of 0.25 inches over a 12-inch run (known as a 0.25:12 pitch roof) is considered a flat roof.

These roofs are also commonly known as: Low Pitch Roofs, Low Slope Applications.

Flat and low pitch roofs do provide some challenges for installers, but there are a number of solutions to adapt a solar system to unique roof types.

Quick Mount East-West Ballast Solar System

Flat roofs offer several mounting options for solar panels. The most common methods are ballasted, penetrating. Ballasted systems use weighted mounts to secure the panels in place, while penetrating systems involve attaching the panels directly to the roof with fasteners. 

ZIYUAN Quick Mount East-West Ballast Solar System is a ballast structure designed with simple supports.It can be easily installed and can maximize the utilization of the roof area and the absorption of sunlight.