Topics

Energy Support
  1. Powerwall
    1. Learn
      1. Why Powerwall
      2. How Powerwall Works
      3. What Can Powerwall Back Up
      4. System Design
      5. Tesla Backup Switch
      6. Combining Systems
      7. Incentives
    2. Order
      1. Order Powerwall
      2. How to Find a Certified Installer
    3. Install
      1. Pre-Installation
      2. Installation Day
      3. Post-Installation
    4. Mobile App
      1. Tesla App for Energy
      2. Manage Access to Tesla Energy System
      3. Connecting Powerwall to Wi-Fi
      4. Energy Data
      5. Impact Cards
      6. Solar and Energy Value
      7. Utility Rate Plans
      8. Backup Reserve
      9. Storm Watch
      10. Go Off-Grid
      11. Time-Based Control
      12. Self-Powered
      13. Advanced Settings
      14. Vehicle Charging During Power Outage
      15. Software Updates
    5. Owners
      1. Registering Your Powerwall
      2. Internet Connectivity
      3. Best Practices During Power Outages
      4. System Alerts and Notifications
      5. Connecting to Tesla Gateway
      6. Get Help and Service for Your Powerwall
      7. Troubleshooting
      8. What to Know About Scheduling Service
      9. Transferring Ownership of Your Powerwall
    6. Documents
      1. Documents
    7. Installer Resources
      1. Powerwall Installation Documents
      2. How to Partner With Tesla
  2. Solar Panels
    1. Learn
      1. Why Go Solar
      2. How Solar Panels Work
      3. How Much Does Solar Cost
      4. Why Tesla Solar
      5. Solar Price Match Guarantee
      6. Purchasing Solar
      7. Tesla Financing
      8. What Tesla Installs at Your Home
      9. Tesla Solar Inverter
      10. How Tesla Saves You Money
      11. Your Utility Bill After Solar
      12. Service and Warranty
      13. Customer Stories
    2. Going Solar
      1. Process Overview
      2. How to Order Solar Panels
      3. Sizing and Design
      4. Interactive Layout
      5. Solar Panel Installation
    3. After Installation
      1. What to Expect After Installation
      2. Registering Your Tesla Solar Inverter
      3. Connecting to Tesla Solar Inverter
      4. Turning On Your System
      5. Monitoring Your System
      6. Understanding System Performance
      7. Troubleshooting Your System
      8. Get Help and Schedule Service
      9. What to Know About Scheduling Service
      10. Billing
      11. Removal & Reinstallation
      12. Transferring Ownership of Your Solar System
      13. Systems Affected by Natural Disaster or Force Majeure Event
    4. Documents
      1. Documents
      2. Property & Title
    5. Frequently Asked Questions
      1. Ordering
      2. Home Assessment
      3. Installation
      4. Inspection
      5. Activation
  3. Solar Roof
    1. Learn
      1. Why Solar Roof
      2. How Solar Roof Works
      3. What Tesla Installs at Your Home
      4. Tesla Solar Inverter
      5. Roof Complexity
      6. Tesla Financing
      7. Your Utility Bill After Solar
      8. Federal Tax Credit
      9. Solar Roof Warranty
    2. Install
      1. Install Process
      2. Installation Overview
      3. Prepare for Installation
    3. After Installation
      1. What to Expect After Installation
      2. Registering Your Tesla Solar Inverter
      3. Connecting to Tesla Solar Inverter
      4. Turning On Your System
      5. Monitoring Your System
      6. Understanding System Performance
      7. Troubleshooting Your System
      8. Get Help and Schedule Service
      9. What to Know About Scheduling Service
      10. Billing
      11. Engaging with the Tesla Community
    4. Documents
      1. Documents
    5. Frequently Asked Questions
      1. Ordering
      2. Home Assessment
      3. Installation
      4. Inspection
      5. Activation
  4. More
    1. Additional Support
      1. Video Guides
      2. Contact Us
    2. Legal
      1. Privacy Policy
      2. Contractor Licenses
      3. Demand Response Terms of Service

Roof Complexity

To calculate your final Solar Roof pricing, we need to determine your roof complexity. We do this by evaluating the construction of your roof to see how it may impact your installation.

Complexity Factors

Once you place your Solar Roof order, we will schedule an on-site assessment to determine the complexity of your installation. We consider factors such as your roof’s mounting planes, pitch and obstructions.

Mounting Planes

Example has 4 roof mounting planes.

Each facet of your roof is considered a different mounting plane. The more planes, the higher the complexity.

Pitch

Example has a 4/12 roof pitch.

We calculate your roof’s pitch by looking at the number of inches each mounting plane rises vertically for every 12 inches it extends horizontally.

Obstructions

Example has one chimney and three skylights.

Any component that interrupts the roof plane is considered an obstruction. This includes chimneys, skylights, vents and fans.

Customized for Your Home

After you place your Solar Roof order, you will be prompted to upload a recent utility bill. This, in addition to our on-site visit, helps us customize your design and system size to meet your home’s energy needs.

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