Solar Power Equipment: Technical Insights into Damage and Repairability
Date/Time
November 12, 2026 - 2:00 – 3:00 PM Central Time
Presenter
Tim Wziontka, M.S.E.E., Senior Electrical Engineer, ILC
Course Description
The rapid growth of solar energy has introduced new challenges in evaluating losses to solar power systems. From residential rooftops to large commercial installations, solar panels and related equipment are exposed to weather, electrical disturbances, and mechanical stresses that can lead to complex claims and costly repairs.
This one-hour course provides claim professionals with a foundational understanding of solar energy systems, their major components, and how they integrate with the electrical grid. Attendees will explore common causes of loss, effective inspection techniques, and key considerations for determining repairability, replacement, and potential subrogation opportunities.
State Approval Status
Pending:
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Iowa
- Indiana
- North Carolina
- New Hampshire
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Oklahoma
- Texas
- Wyoming
What You Will Learn:
- Identify the major components and configurations of solar energy systems.
- Recognize common causes and types of damage affecting solar panels and related equipment.
- Apply effective methods for inspecting and assessing solar system losses.
- Review maintenance and performance records to support technical evaluation.
- Evaluate repairability, replacement options, and like-kind considerations.
- Recognize technical factors that may support subrogation or recovery.