Frequently asked questions

Is ICON a full roof replacement or an add-on?

ICON is a full roof replacement system. The concrete solar tiles replace traditional roofing materials while generating energy, resulting in a single, unified roof assembly rather than equipment added on top of a roof.

Can ICON be installed in hurricane, wildfire, or high-wind zones?

Yes. ICON is approved for High Velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZ) and meets stringent wind uplift and Class A fire-rating requirements, allowing installation in jurisdictions where many solar products are restricted or prohibited.

How does ICON compare to solar shingles or solar panels?

Unlike direct-to-deck solar shingles or rack-mounted panels, ICON is engineered as a ventilated roofing system. This roof-first design improves thermal behavior, durability, and real-world performance while preserving architectural aesthetics.

Is ICON compatible with battery storage like Tesla Powerwall?

Yes. ICON integrates with modern battery systems, including Tesla Powerwall, enabling backup power, energy management, and long-term resilience. See more

When does ICON make the most sense - new construction or re-roofs?

ICON is ideal for both new construction and re-roof projects, especially when long-term durability, code certainty, and architectural consistency are priorities.

How much does ICON cost compared to solar panels?

ICON pricing is best understood as one combined project: a premium concrete tile roof replacement + solar generation, instead of “solar panels added on top of a separate roof.” That means the right comparison is (new roof + solar panels) vs ICON (integrated roof + solar)—not panels-only.

Why ICON can pencil out favorably:

You’re not paying for two separate systems with duplicated layers and logistics—ICON is built as a roof-first assembly with solar integrated into the roof plane.

Installation sequencing is designed to be more streamlined (“roof-first” practices, “installs like concrete tile”), which can reduce complexity on reroof jobs.

What certifications and third-party testing does ICON by VOLTAIC have?

ICON is evaluated as both a roof system and a solar (PV) product, so our documentation includes roofing fire testing, PV safety certification, PV performance testing, and building-code/approval artifacts.

PV safety certification: UL 61730 (PV module safety).
Roof fire testing: ASTM E108 / UL 790 Class A roof assembly fire testing.
PV performance testing: IEC performance and qualification reports (including IEC 61853-1, and IEC 61215/61730 qualification documentation).
Code documentation / approvals: Independent code evaluation documentation used for permitting and high-wind jurisdictions (including Florida/HVHZ pathways).
Public listings: CEC solar equipment listing for applicable product variants (where required).

Homeowners and permitting teams can find our full “permit-packet” set—report names, labs, and supporting documents—here:

https://www.voltaicrooftile.com/technology/test-reports-certifications