Roof Noises after Installation

[bcroe]

Did you already count the possible TV reception issue or is that #47?

It might go on my list of poor antenna installation practices. Lots of ant here. Bruce K9MQG since 1958

[azdave]

That makes number 46 on my list of ground mount advantages. Bruce Roe

Did you already count the possible TV reception issue or is that #47?

[bcroe]

That makes number 46 on my list of ground mount advantages. Bruce Roe

[azdave]

I actually expected this might be an issue after my panels were installed due to the metal frames expanding and contracting at different rates but things have been very quiet here. I also worried about TV reception as we only use over-the-air signals and my piddly little antenna is in the attic under all the panels but even that was not affected.

Happily, no noise issues with a wood framed truss roof, OSB deck, asphalt paper and cement tiles here in Phoenix, AZ.

[pneal]

Hi all,

I had my solar system installed about 2 months ago and almost immediately started hearings noises from the roof. Asphalt tile roof, plywood underneath, wood trusses. The noises sound like something is adjusting to heat variations, contractions/expansions. I am in south Florida, so the roof can get quite hot during the day. Noises do not appear to be related to wind. These noises sound like popping or creaking. They sound like wood on wood.

I brought this up with the installation company and they said that they have never heard of such a thing. They did make an effort to check the install to make sure the brackets were attached to the trusses and not just the plywood. They also spend a good amount of time talking the problem over with me. However, the noises have never ceased, and they can be quite loud. The company has since stopped making an effort for me.

Has anyone experienced this? If so, is there anything to be done? After a search here and at other sites, I found very little on this subject. Any information you could provide would be greatly appreciated.