So, there’s a general misconception that solar panels harm the roof of the house. Well, this is because the panels are placed on the rooftops to get maximal exposure to sunlight. However, how true is this belief about solar panels damaging the roof of your house? Let’s find out! Modern roofs are made up of mostly asphalt, metal, tiles, tar & gravel. Roofs act as a cover to the building and structure and add aesthetics to the house. While most roofs can last for up to 50 years, every roof has a lifespan that can cause leaks and structural damage to your building when exceeded. Damages to rooftops are often caused by extreme weather conditions, poor installations, and bird droppings which are acidic.  On the other hand, solar panels are made from silicon, a hard and brittle crystalline solid that is the second most abundant element on the earth, after oxygen. Silicon is used in making ceramics, bricks, and transistors. It is widely used in computer chips and solar cells. It is also a vital component of portland cement and is used in the production of fire bricks. Solar panels are mounted on roofs using a lag bolt and flashing.