Solar Insurance Inspection and Report
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Solar inspection insurance reports for storm, hail, wind, water and fire damage
If your solar system has been damaged by severe weather, water ingress, impact, heat, fire, surge damage or falling debris, Solair Electrical can inspect, test and document the condition of your system so you have a clear PDF report to send to your insurance company.
We carry out a visual inspection, thorough testing of panels, cabling, inverter and associated equipment, plus thermal imaging of panels, inverter and switchboard where conditions allow. You get practical findings, photo evidence, test results and clear recommendations for repair, replacement or further investigation.
Local, licensed and insured
Solair Electrical provides solar inspection insurance reports across Brisbane, Redlands and nearby suburbs with clear communication, practical reporting and safety-first electrical testing.
- Arc Tick Air Con Licence: L207205
- QBCC Licence: 1503341
- Solar Accreditation (SAA): S3133262
- Fully insured
Call: 0405 685 441
Email: info@solairelectrical.com.au
When you may need a solar insurance report
After storm, wind or hail damage
Brisbane and Redlands storms can crack panel glass, loosen mounting hardware, damage roof penetrations, pull cabling, break isolators and create hidden faults that are not obvious from the ground.
After water, surge or electrical faults
Heavy rain, roof leaks, water ingress, lightning activity and grid events can affect isolators, inverter electronics, switchboards, cable entries and connections.
After fire, heat or impact damage
We check for heat marks, melted plugs, burnt isolators, damaged cabling, cracked panels, falling branch impact, vermin damage and unsafe equipment that may need isolation or replacement.
You have damage. We help make the next step clear.
What has happened?
Your solar system may be visibly damaged, underperforming, showing inverter faults or raising concerns after a storm, hail event, water leak, fire, surge or impact.
What do we check?
We inspect the solar panels, cabling, inverter, switchboard and associated equipment, then complete practical testing and thermal imaging where it is safe and useful to do so.
What do you receive?
You receive a clear PDF report with photos, test results, findings and recommendations that you can forward to your insurance company.
What we inspect and test
Visual inspection
- Solar panel glass, frames, cells and visible impact damage
- Roof mounting, rails, clamps and obvious movement from wind events
- DC cabling, conduit, cable management and UV/weather deterioration
- Rooftop isolators, inverter isolators and weatherproof enclosures
- Inverter condition, fault history, warning lights and operating status
- Switchboard, labelling, solar main switch and protection devices
- Signs of water ingress, corrosion, heat damage, burning or melting
- Associated equipment such as optimisers, microinverters, monitoring equipment and batteries where relevant
Electrical testing and thermal imaging
- Panel string testing where safe and accessible
- DC voltage checks and system performance checks
- Inverter checks, logs, errors and operating conditions
- Cabling and connection checks for damage or deterioration
- Thermal imaging of solar panels to help identify hot spots or abnormal heat patterns
- Thermal imaging of inverter and switchboard for abnormal heat at terminals, breakers or connections
- Safety checks before recommending continued operation, shutdown, repair or replacement
If your system also needs repair work after the report, we can talk you through the safest options and provide a separate quote for solar repairs in Brisbane and Redlands.
Common insurance claim triggers we report on
Weather events
Storm damage, hail impact, wind uplift, flying debris, falling branches, roof movement and rain-driven water ingress can all affect solar panels and rooftop electrical equipment.
Electrical events
Power surges, lightning-related faults, tripping, inverter failure, burnt connections, melted isolators and damaged switchboard components may need technical evidence.
Physical damage
Cracked panels, broken glass, damaged frames, water-damaged inverters, fire-damaged equipment, vermin damage and impact from roof works can be documented in the report.
What your PDF report includes
- Property and system details where available
- Summary of the reported event or issue
- Visual inspection findings with clear notes
- Electrical test results and system observations
- Thermal imaging evidence where completed
- Photos of damaged panels, cabling, inverter, isolators, switchboard or associated equipment
- Safety concerns and whether the system should remain isolated
- Likely damaged components and recommended next steps
- Repair or replacement recommendations where appropriate
- Technician comments written in plain English for you and your insurer
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Inclusions and exclusions
Included
- On-site solar system inspection
- Visual damage assessment
- Panel, cabling, inverter and associated equipment checks
- Thermal imaging where site and operating conditions allow
- Testing of accessible components where safe
- Switchboard and solar protection equipment review
- Photo evidence and written findings
- Detailed PDF report suitable to forward to your insurer
Not included unless quoted
- Repairs, replacement parts or recommissioning work
- Panel cleaning or vegetation removal
- Roof repairs, plumbing or building works
- Drone inspection, if access or roof pitch requires it
- Manufacturer warranty claim management
- Insurance claim approval, negotiation or loss adjusting
- Testing of unsafe or inaccessible equipment
For ongoing prevention after the claim is resolved, consider scheduled solar panel maintenance in Brisbane and Redlands to keep your system safer, cleaner and easier to monitor.
Our step-by-step process
Enquiry
Call or send an enquiry with your address, system details and what happened, such as hail, storm, water damage, fire damage or inverter fault.
Assessment
We check access, safety risks, system size and what your insurer has requested before confirming the inspection scope.
Quote
You receive an up-front quote for the inspection and report before we attend.
Inspection and testing
We inspect panels, cabling, inverter, switchboard and associated equipment, then complete testing where safe.
Thermal imaging
We capture thermal images of panels, inverter and switchboard where operating conditions allow useful results.
Report and handover
You receive a detailed PDF report with photos, findings and recommendations that you can send to your insurance company.
Queensland compliance and safety-first reporting
Solar systems combine rooftop DC wiring, inverter equipment, switchboard circuits and weather-exposed components. That is why solar insurance inspections should be handled by licensed, solar-accredited electricians who understand Queensland electrical safety requirements and the risks of damaged PV systems.
Our reports are practical and safety-focused. We do not just look for cracked glass. We check for issues that can affect system safety, including damaged DC cabling, water ingress, isolator faults, heat-damaged equipment, unsafe connections, inverter faults and switchboard concerns.
If the inverter is displaying faults or shutting down, we can also provide advice around solar inverter repairs in Redlands and Brisbane after the insurance report has been completed.
Solar inspection insurance report options
| Option | Best for | What is included | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Visual Report | Obvious physical damage, broken panels or simple insurer evidence requests. | Visual inspection, photo evidence, basic system notes and PDF summary. | Clear documentation of visible damage and recommended next steps. |
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Preferred Insurance Report Most popular |
Storm, hail, wind, water ingress, inverter faults or suspected hidden solar damage. | Visual inspection, electrical testing where safe, inverter checks, cabling/equipment checks, thermal imaging where suitable and detailed PDF report. | Stronger evidence package for insurer review, with clearer safety and repair recommendations. |
| Premium Diagnostic Report | Complex claims, larger systems, repeat faults, fire damage, water damage or unclear failure causes. | Expanded testing scope, detailed component review, extra photo documentation, thermal imaging and detailed recommendations for repair/replacement quoting. | Comprehensive technical report for more complex insurance or repair decisions. |
Local solar insurance report service areas
Solair Electrical provides solar inspection insurance reports across Brisbane, Redlands and nearby suburbs, including:
If your damaged solar system includes battery equipment, we can also inspect associated battery components and advise whether a separate solar battery system assessment is needed.
Solar inspection insurance report FAQs
How soon should I book an inspection after storm or hail damage?
Book as soon as it is safe to do so. Avoid touching panels, isolators, inverter cabling or switchboard equipment if you suspect damage. If there are signs of burning, melting, water ingress or repeated tripping, call us urgently on 0405 685 441.
Will my insurance company accept the report?
Our PDF report is written to clearly document the inspection findings, photos, test results and recommended next steps. Each insurer has its own claim process, so we recommend checking what they require before booking.
Does insurance cover damaged solar panels?
Many home policies treat fixed solar panels as part of the building, but cover depends on your insurer, product disclosure statement, insured events, exclusions and whether your sum insured is adequate. Always confirm with your insurer.
What affects the cost of a solar insurance report?
Cost depends on system size, roof access, number of panels, whether thermal imaging is required, the level of testing needed, travel, safety setup and how detailed the insurer needs the report to be. We provide an up-front quote before attending.
Can you repair the solar system after the report?
Yes, if repairs are required, we can provide a separate repair or replacement quote. We keep the report and repair quote separate so the inspection findings stay clear for your insurance claim.
Can thermal imaging find damage that is not visible?
Thermal imaging can help identify abnormal heat patterns, hot spots and overheating components when the system is operating under suitable conditions. It is a valuable tool, but it is used alongside visual inspection and electrical testing rather than as a stand-alone result.
Book a solar inspection insurance report
Solair Electrical is a local Brisbane and Redlands team providing safety-first solar inspections, thermal imaging and detailed PDF insurance reports for storm, hail, wind, water, fire and electrical damage.
- Arc Tick Air Con Licence: L207205
- QBCC Licence: 1503341
- Solar Accreditation (SAA): S3133262
- Fully insured
Call: 0405 685 441
Email: info@solairelectrical.com.au
Need an Electrician or Solar Specialist in Brisbane or Redlands?