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Originally Posted by Rick Lee
I don't think SunPower's being BK court now means the contract isn't valid. Just like having a mortgage with IndyMac when they went under didn't mean you could just stop paying your mortgage. I have considered DIY'ing the R&R. But I know nothing about replacing the hardware, or if it needs to be done before new roof is completed. I will research this some more. I think Joeaksa DIY'ed his and he lives around the corner.
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I didn't want to infer that you should pay anymore, a loan is a loan and not though them. But, if they're basically a non-entity, then you shouldn't be under their thumb about maintenance or modifications of the system.
The wiring is pretty standardized from what I've seen, you can get parts on Amazon even. The panels themselves are basically indestructable legos that you "snap together", the frame is basic trusswork, the wiring is connectors and cables. The only more complex part is the connection to the grid and house, but you won't be taking that apart.
The actual connection to the roof might need to be done by the roofer for them to guarantee the work, but that's only going to be mounting plates of some kind. Everything above that should be DIY-able.