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Rooftop Solar PV System Inspection

A condition and code-compliance inspection of a rooftop photovoltaic system, covering array mounting and flashing, conductor and connector condition, disconnects and labeling, rapid shutdown, and inverter operation.

NEC Article 690IEC 62446UL 1741

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System Overview

  • Property address *
  • System size (kW DC)
  • Inverter configuration *
  • Approximate installation date
  • Battery storage is present

Array Mounting and Roof Interface

  • Racking is anchored to structure with flashed, watertight roof penetrations *
  • No sign of leaks, staining, or deflection at mounting points *
  • Modules are free of cracks, delamination, hot spots, or burn marks *
  • Array maintains code-required fire setbacks and access pathways
  • Photo of the array and mounting

Wiring and Connectors

  • DC conductors are secured and protected from abrasion and UV; no drooping to the roof *
  • Connectors are matched-brand and fully seated with no arcing or discoloration *
  • Equipment grounding and bonding are continuous across the array *
  • Conduit and junction boxes are weatherproof and intact

Disconnects, Rapid Shutdown, and Labeling

  • Rapid shutdown device is present and initiator is labeled at the service *
  • AC and DC disconnects are accessible and properly rated *
  • System placards and directory identify PV point of interconnection *
  • Interconnection to the main panel does not exceed busbar/breaker limits (120% rule) *

Operation

  • Inverter is powered, online, and reporting production without fault codes *
  • Monitoring system shows expected output for conditions
  • Deficiencies and recommendations

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