Structures & Roofs
Learn if you have a home that Better Earth can install on
What Structures Can Better Earth Install On?
Better Earth can install solar systems on a variety of residential structures.
Here's a breakdown of the types of structures Better Earth will or will not install solar on:
Better Earth Can Install:
- Single-Family Homes
- Multi-Family Residential Homes
- Town Houses / Condos
- Permitted Detached Garages
- Ground Mounts
- Tilt-Up Kits (For Flat Roofs)
- Pre Built Permitted Carports *
- Modular Homes / ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) *
- Mobile Homes / Manufactured Homes *
- Better Earth can install solar for mobile homes differently for each region:
- California - Unavailable
- Arizona - Ground Mount or Limit of 16 Rooftop panels
- Florida - Ground Mount or Limit of 16 Rooftop panels
- Texas - No limitations
Better Earth Cannot Install:
- Commercial Properties
- Unpermitted Structures
- Pergolas / Patio Covers
- Off-Grid Systems
- Reverse Tilt Up Systems
- Double Wide Trailers
What Roofs Can Better Earth Install On?
Better Earth can install solar systems on a many different roof types
Here's a breakdown of the types of roofs Better Earth will or will not install solar on:
Roofs Better Earth Can Install On:
Composite Shingle
Presidential Comp
Rolled Comp
S-Tile
W-Tile
Flat Tile
Modified Bitumen
Flat Roofs
Metal Roofs
TPO Membrane / Rubber / Foam
Steep Roofs
Roofs Better Earth Cannot Install On:
If you have one of the following roof types, Better Earth can help you get connected with a local roofer. Check out our Roofing Section for more information regarding reroofs.
Wood Shake
Cal Shake
Cal Pac
Metal Tile
Slate
C-Tile (Clay Tile)
Glazed Tile
Copper Roof
Tar and Gravel
Tile Roofs Missing Underlayment
Old Roofs Needing Replacememt
Last updated on November 21, 2023