Solar Panel Cracked
Visible crack or damage to the glass surface of a solar panel, which may reduce output.
What Is Causing This?
- 1Impact from debris, hail, or fallen branches
- 2Thermal stress in extreme temperature changes
- 3Manufacturing defect or poor handling during installation
How Urgent Is This?
This should be fixed in the coming weeks. Leaving it may allow the problem to worsen and cost more to repair.
What Needs to Be Done
A solar installer will assess the damage, test the panel's output, and replace it if performance is affected. Warranty claims may apply for manufacturing defects.
How Much Will It Cost?
National average estimate
Labour: £627 – £1,500 | Materials: £1,833 – £5,010
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How to Prevent This
Trim back overhanging tree branches. Check panels after severe weather. Choose panels with good hail resistance ratings.
Related Problems
Other Solar Panel Installer Problems
The solar panel system showing zero or very low generation despite sunny conditions.
Pigeons or other birds building nests under the gap between solar panels and the roof.
The solar inverter displaying an error code, red light, or not operating, stopping power generation.
Solar panels producing noticeably less electricity than in previous years or compared to expected levels.