Solar Panels for
Tile Roofs
Everything you need to know about installing high-efficiency solar on Spanish, concrete, and slate tile roofs — safely, beautifully, and built to last.
Everything you need to know about installing high-efficiency solar on Spanish, concrete, and slate tile roofs — safely, beautifully, and built to last.
Absolutely — and you shouldn't have to compromise on either beauty or performance. Tile roofs are among the most durable and aesthetically stunning roofing types, and with the right installation approach, they are an excellent surface for solar panels.
The key difference from standard asphalt installations is how the mounting hardware is attached. Tile roofs require specialised flashings and brackets that work with — not against — the contours of your tiles, preserving the watertight seal and structural integrity of your roof.
At Premium Renewables, our certified installers have extensive experience with every major tile type. We handle the technical complexity so you get a flawless finish and maximum energy production for decades to come.
"Tile roofs often last 50+ years — longer than most solar systems. Installing solar on a tile roof isn't just possible, it's one of the smartest long-term investments a homeowner can make."
Our engineers assess the age, condition, and load-bearing capacity of your tile roof before any work begins. We also use satellite imagery to model shading and optimal panel placement.
Select tiles are carefully removed by hand. Waterproof flashings are set directly onto the roof deck and sealed — the tiles are then reset over them. No holes in your tiles, ever.
Low-profile aluminium rails are anchored through the flashings into roof rafters. The system is engineered to meet local wind and seismic load requirements.
High-efficiency panels are clipped onto the rails. All wiring is concealed and routed through conduit for a clean, professional finish.
We coordinate all local permits and utility interconnection paperwork so you can flip on your system with zero administrative hassle.
Did you know? Tile roofs create a natural air gap beneath the panels, which improves airflow and helps panels run cooler — and cooler panels produce up to 10–15% more electricity compared to panels mounted flush to asphalt shingles.