So how will this new rule effect repairs to already installed systems that are on roofs? My system has the dish on the roof and the switch is mounted on a short wall between roof sections. Does mean that I will not be able to get any maintenance or repair work done?
I guess it depends.
If the rules are as stated in the OP, then you'll have to hire an outside contractor to do the work. But, you'll incur a one time charge.
I knew this was coming. Too many guys getting hurt falling off roofs. Too many others improperly installing antennas which resulted in damage to the roof.
Some shops prohibit roof installs 'over the living area' of the home. In other words, the dish has to be mounted above the soffit or a garage roof.
If no roof install is available, there are other more tricky mounts such as these so called "eave mounts" which the customer must buy because it is non-standard.
Dish requires its employees to use roofers harnesses and the tethering apparatus used by roofers which ironically the tech must drill holes into the roof to attach the safety equipment.
What this will do is increase the frequency of ground and wall mounted antennas.
Oh, I find it funny that the spell check does not like the word "soffit"...