How to clean your Solar Panels
Where to start
Keep your solar panels working at their best with regular cleaning. Over time, a buildup of dirt, dust, pollen, and especially bird droppings can significantly reduce their efficiency, costing you money and delaying your return on investment.
Our professional cleaning service uses specialized equipment and proven techniques to safely and effectively remove stubborn grime. We ensure your panels are operating at peak performance, helping you get the most out of your solar investment without the hassle or risk.
Cleaning panels yourself seems like an easy option but there are some things to remember and avoid when cleaning
What to use and not use
Even thou solar panels are robust and are make to survive the elements there are still some things to consider before washing them
Use
Soft sponge, Microfibre cloth, or non abrasive cloth
Hose with gentle water flow
Bucket with clean, lukewarm water
Safety Equipment (Non-slip shoes, Safety Harness)
Don’t Use
High pressure jets (can damage the seals)
Harsh chemicals
Abrasive Materials (Steel wool, hard brushes)
Different types of build up
Moss and Lichen
This is a common build up that happens with solar panels and unfortunately will not just comes off with a light spray or in the rain, it will take some elbow grease to get off
We have found the best way to get rid of this is by spraying it lightly with some water and scraping them off the panel with a non-metalic scrapper.
Bird Droppings
Stubben spots like bird droppings can cause ‘hot spots’ on your panels and damage the cells below, this are a major cause of lost efficiency in panels.
If cleaning pnels yourself it is best to use a mild biodegradable detergent in a bucket of lukewarm water and scrubbing with a soft sponge.
