Revealed: How Do Solar Roof Tiles Perform in Hailstorms?

When homeowners consider investing in solar roof tiles, one of the most common concerns is their durability—especially in extreme weather conditions like hailstorms. It's a fair question: can sleek-looking solar tiles really withstand the force of ice balls pelting from the sky? At sgbsolar, we’ve made this question central to our product design and testing. The answer, backed by rigorous trials and real-world data, is a confident yes.

Why Hail Resistance Matters

Hailstorms are a growing threat in many regions, especially in North America and parts of Europe and Asia. According to insurance data, hail-related damage to roofs is among the top claims every year. For solar homeowners, the risk can feel even greater: combining high-tech components with exposure to the elements might sound like a recipe for damage.

That's why impact resistance has become a key performance indicator for solar roofing systems.

Engineered for Tough Weather: sgbsolar's Technology

At sgbsolar, our solar roof tiles aren’t just designed for energy generation and aesthetics—they're engineered to endure. We use double-layered 3.2mm thick high-strength tempered glass.high-strength backing layers, and integrated structural reinforcements to ensure that each tile meets (and exceeds) impact standards.

Tested Against the Toughest Standards

Our solar tiles have passed hail impact testing, which simulates hailstones up to 25 mm (1 inch) in diameter striking the surface at 23 m/s (over 80 km/h). In fact, in our internal testing facilities, we conducted even more rigorous tests—using artificial ice balls with diameters of 20mm, 30 mm, and 50 mm to simulate hail impact tests, thereby replicating extreme weather scenarios.

Results? Zero cracks. Zero loss in power output.

Even after repeated strikes, the solar tiles continued to function at 98% efficiency with no structural failures—something that typical roofing materials and even some traditional PV panels cannot claim.

Real-World Performance

Lab results are crucial, but field performance matters just as much. In April 2024, a severe hailstorm hit parts of Colorado, damaging dozens of conventional rooftops and solar systems.

Homes fitted with sgbsolar solar tiles remained intact, with post-storm inspections confirming no cracks or efficiency loss.

This kind of performance gives our customers peace of mind—knowing that their investment is not just eco-friendly and cost-saving, but also disaster-resilient.

Other Benefits That Add Protection

Low-profile installation reduces uplift risk.

Interlocking tile design minimizes weak points.

Fire and wind resistance come standard with all systems.

Conclusion: Built to Withstand, Designed to Last

When you install a solar roof, you expect it to do more than generate electricity—you expect it to protect your home. With sgbsolar solar tiles, you get a solution that combines power generation, sleek aesthetics, and outstanding weather resistance, even in hail-prone regions.

So if you’re wondering whether solar tiles can stand up to hailstorms, now you know: sgbsolar tiles can—and do—deliver.

Ready to Future-Proof Your Roof?

Contact sgbsolar today for a free consultation and see how our solar roof tiles can protect your home—come rain, shine, or hail.