Pigeon Proofing for Solar Panels
Need to prevent pigeons from nesting, roosting, and fouling under solar panels.
What Is Causing This?
- 1Solar panels creating an attractive sheltered space
- 2Pigeons fouling the panels and reducing output
- 3Bird nesting material blocking drainage from the panels
How Urgent Is This?
This is a cosmetic issue. It is not causing damage and can be addressed in your own time.
What Needs to Be Done
A solar installer will fit galvanised mesh or plastic clips around all panel edges, sealing the gap between the panels and roof while maintaining ventilation.
How Much Will It Cost?
National average estimate
Labour: £627 – £1,500 | Materials: £1,833 – £5,010
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How to Prevent This
Have pigeon proofing installed at the same time as the panels. Check the mesh annually for damage. Keep the roof area clean and unattractive to birds.
Related Problems
Other Solar Panel Installer Problems
The solar panel system showing zero or very low generation despite sunny conditions.
Pigeons or other birds building nests under the gap between solar panels and the roof.
Visible crack or damage to the glass surface of a solar panel, which may reduce output.
The solar inverter displaying an error code, red light, or not operating, stopping power generation.