GAF reaches a solar panel milestone

GAF has done something somewhat unusual in the realm of solar panels.

The roofing manufacturer has completed a fully integrated residential solar panel installation in California with the aid of Bay Valley Contractors.

The 5.1 kW DecoTech Solar Roofing System was installed on a home in Concord, California, about 30 miles east of San Francisco.

DecoTech Solar Roofing System is GAF's low-profile, integrated solar roof system that comes at an affordable pricepoint. The system provides a seamless aesthetic and is installed directly to the roof deck – unlike rack-mounted solar panel systems that sit above the roof and require multiple points of entry. Its unique fastening mechanism and flashed perimeter maintain the integrity of the roof and help protect against moisture and leaks.

“Building on the GAF expertise in roofing and solar, we designed DecoTech to be intuitive for roofing contractors to install and affordable for homeowners to choose,” said Tommy Rodrigues, research scientist and head of solar product design and development at GAF. “Our high-output panels use best-in-class technology, allowing consumers to harness maximum solar energy.”

“The DecoTech design simplifies the installation process,” said Ryan Diaz, vice president at Bay Valley Contractors, the company that completed the installation. “Other solar panel systems require contractors to drill into the roof to locate rafters, but DecoTech has an interlocking system that fastens directly to the roof deck, which helps cut down on installation time.”

GAF has multiple DecoTech Solar Roofing System installations scheduled across the country throughout the coming weeks.