Bird proofing solar panels
Bird netting is an important element in looking after your solar panels. Birds (hello pigeons) love to nest under their shelter, which can cause a few problems.
Why are birds roosting around your solar panels a problem?
Bird droppings are corrosive – they can damage your solar panels if left too long. They’re acidic and can create ‘hot spots‘ on your panels, making them less efficient.
Bird nests can block airflow under the panels which can reduce their efficiency. They can also attract vermin and other pests which can be problematic if they decide to nibble on the electrical wiring.
What areas can you bird proof?
Bird proofing doesn’t apply only to solar panels. Birds take shelter wherever they can on building structures. While netting is great in preventing birds from nesting under solar panels, spikes and mesh can be applied to different areas around your property.
They’re made from durable materials like galvanised steel mesh, so they last for years.
Both are versatile solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
Bird Spikes
Roof edges and ledges
Gutters
Window sills and ledges
Signs and billboards
Fences and railings
Street lights and poles
Bird Mesh
Solar panels
Building facades and walls
Under roof eaves and overhangs
Vents and chimneys
Air conditioning units
Garden and crop protection
Commercial bird net and spikes
Roof areas and eaves
Use bird netting and spikes to prevent nesting or perching in and around roof eaves
Loading docks and warehouses
Improve hygiene and safety by stopping birds from roosting inside
Signage and billboards
Protect signage and ensure clear visibility
Ventilation systems and HVAC units
Cover vents with bird mesh to prevent blockages and reduce potential damage.
Outdoor areas and walkways
Install spikes to deter birds from gathering and roosting to improve safety and cleanliness.
Parking structures
Reduce droppings and potential vehicle damage for a better customer experience.
Bird waste cleanup and removal
We also clean and remove bird waste.
See our commercial services for more information.
Is bird proofing solar panels worth it?
Deciding whether to invest in bird proofing for your solar panels—or any other area—can be tricky.
If you’re debating whether to add bird proofing, it’s a decision worth careful consideration.
While it might seem an unnecessary cost initially, birds nesting and leaving droppings can decrease panel efficiency and increase maintenance costs.
Retrofitting bird netting or spikes can be challenging and costly, but the benefits can outweigh the cost.
Bird proofing:
- protects your property by preventing further damage
- improves hygiene and safety
- maintains optimal solar power production
- saves you from larger, more expensive problems down the track.
Roof to Floor’s bird proofing solutions
Bird Netting - blocks entry points so birds can't settle and roost
Bird spikes - prevents birds from being able to settle and dirty the area
Custom solutions - we'll meet with you to work out the best option for your needs
Bird waste removal from under and around panels and nesting areas
High-pressure roof clean (can be quoted as part of a whole job)
Need a bird-proof solution for your property?
Call us for a quick and easy quote:
- Note down the size of the area you’d like protecting (just an estimate is okay) and if you have a single-storey, double-storey or commercial property.
- Photos would be a great help (if you’re requesting an online quote), but don’t worry if you can’t take any.
- If you don’t have photos, we can sometimes get an idea of the job size from Google Street View if we have an address.
That’s it! We’ll work out a quote and, if you accept it, arrange a time to do the job.