Putting solar panels on a thatched roof is technically possible, but it is generally discouraged, highly regulated, and extremely difficult to insure due to severe fire safety and structural risks. Thatched roofs are composed of dry, highly combustible organic materials, and electrical faults, micro-inverter heat buildup, or DC arc flashes associated with photovoltaic solar systems present a serious fire hazard. Furthermore, mounting solar panels requires penetrating or altering the thick thatch layers, which can compromise the roof's waterproof integrity, create gaps for moisture infiltration, and disrupt the natural shedding angle of the reeds. Most specialist insurance companies will invalidate coverage or refuse policies for thatched homes utilizing rooftop solar installations.
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