Tesla Solar Roof in Florida: what to know now

No new orders, according to reporting. Electrek reported in August 2026 that Tesla had stopped taking Solar Roof orders and told certified installers it would sell only standard solar panels, after finding the tiles weren't financially viable. Tesla's Solar Roof page now points to its solar panels. Tesla launched its own U.S.-assembled TSP panels in January 2026.

Installers who had built businesses around the product reported losses, and trade press says contractors face questions about servicing existing roofs.

Yes. A March 2026 evaluation report filed for Florida product approval says Tesla's solar tile system complies with the 2023 Florida Building Code, including the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone in Miami-Dade and Broward, with conditions such as Tesla's specified underlayment and limits on roof height and slope.

If you have one, keep your installation records and the product approval with your home documents for insurance inspections. See can solar panels survive a hurricane.

Tesla's Solar Roof warranty covers the tiles for 25 years, weatherization for 25 years (prorated after year 10) and power output of at least 95% of rated output at year 5, declining no more than 0.5% a year after that. Electrek and Roofing Contractor report Tesla says it will honor existing warranties and keep supplying parts.

Ask your installer how service calls will work now, and keep Tesla's app and support contacts handy.

Tesla's construction specification lists the tiles as UL 790 Class A for fire, ASTM D3161 Class F for wind and UL 2218 Class 4 for impact, the top class in each of those tests. Ratings can differ between product versions, so check the documents for the version on your home.

The ratings describe the tiles. Florida approval also depends on the underlayment and fastening spelled out in the product approval, so keep both with your home records.

A solar tile roof replaces your roof, so insurers are likely to treat its install date as your roof's age. Florida law (s. 627.7011) bars insurers from refusing to issue or renew a homeowners policy solely because of the age of a roof under 15 years old.

Florida's Chief Financial Officer warned in 2024 that solar installs can bring higher premiums and trouble finding coverage, and advised getting insurance quotes before installing. If you own a Solar Roof, send your insurer the Florida product approval and permit records and get its coverage position in writing. See solar and home insurance in Florida.

Plan for the paperwork. Tesla's ownership transfer process asks the new owner to send Tesla a copy of the new deed, and NerdWallet reports that Tesla solar loans can't be transferred, so a loan is usually paid off at closing.

Before you list, download your production history and gather the warranty, product approval and permit records. Since Tesla no longer sells the Solar Roof, expect buyers and inspectors to ask who will handle repairs. See buying a home with solar in Florida.

SolarReviews estimated a typical Tesla Solar Roof at about $106,000 in 2025, or roughly $15 to $16 per watt including a full roof replacement and before a Powerwall, versus about $3 per watt for standard rooftop panels. Tesla also settled a class action in 2023, for about $6 million, over price increases on signed Solar Roof contracts.

See how much solar costs in Florida.

• A new roof plus standard panels. A new tile or metal roof with high-efficiency panels gives you a long-lived roof and easier panel service. See solar panels on a tile roof and solar panels on a metal roof.
• Solar shingles from other makers. GAF's Timberline Solar roof received Miami-Dade County approval in 2024; ask installers about current availability and service in your area.
• A battery for backup. Pairing panels with a battery covers hurricane outages. See the best home batteries for Florida.