Unlike traditional solar panels, which are installed on top of your roof, the Tesla Solar Roof actually replaces your home’s shingles or rooftop tiles. That’s why the Tesla Solar Roof installation process begins with stripping away your existing roof.
According to the company's support forum, a Tesla Solar Roof installation takes approximately five to seven business days to complete, but times may vary based on the complexity of the project. Once your system is installed and the project receives permission to operate (PTO) from both the local utility and building authority, you can officially begin to use your Solar Roof.
Depending on where you live, your Tesla Roof may not be installed by Tesla directly. Instead, it has a growing network of “Tesla-certified” companies and contractors that are capable of designing, installing and interconnecting Tesla Solar Roofs.