Solar Panel Cleaning in Bristol
Solar panel, window and roof cleaning across Bristol from our base in Keynsham. Pure deionised water, soft brushes and telescopic poles from the ground.
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Traffic film and pollution from the A4, A37 and the ring road settle on glass and panels faster than in rural areas. Bird droppings are worse than dust, because they block a cell completely, and a shaded cell can drag down the whole string.
Rain does not wash it off. It runs off the smooth glass and leaves a line of grime along the bottom edge of each panel, which is where water sits longest. Most people only notice how much output they were losing after a clean.
How we clean solar panels in Bristol
We survey the array from the ground first, checking for damage, lifted panels and awkward access. Then we clean panel by panel with a soft brush and deionised water through a telescopic pole, and rinse with no detergent residue left behind.
We clean the glass, frames and clips, and we will give you a record of the clean if your warranty or maintenance plan needs one. We never walk on panels, because standing on them flexes the glass and can crack the cells underneath without it showing.
Bristol homes and tricky access
Bristol housing brings its own challenges: terraces with no rear access, steep Victorian roofs with solar added later, and tight parking. Our water-fed pole system lets us clean high windows and panels from the ground, and we can often work without needing you to be home.
Bristol areas covered
Not on the list? Call and ask. If we already clean nearby we can usually fit you in.
Bristol: common questions
How often should solar panels be cleaned in Bristol?
Once a year suits most homes. Twice a year is worth it if your panels are under trees, near a main road or get a lot of bird activity. We will tell you which at the first visit.
Do I need to be home for you to clean my solar panels?
Not necessarily. As long as we have safe access to the panels and any gates are unlocked, we can complete the clean without you being there.
Will cleaning my panels void the warranty?
No. Cleaning from the ground with pure water and a soft brush will not void your warranty. Many panel and inverter warranties expect the array to be maintained, so keep the record we give you.
Do you cover north Bristol?
Yes. We cover Filton, Patchway, Stoke Gifford and Bradley Stoke as well as south and east Bristol.
Other areas we cover
From the blog
Signs your gutters are blocked before winter
Overflowing water, green growth and damp patches on walls are all signs your gutters need clearing. Here is what to look for from the ground before winter sets in.
Moss on your roof: should you remove it?
A little moss is not an emergency, but thick growth holds water, lifts tiles and fills gutters. Here is when it needs dealing with and how to do it without harming the roof.
Can windows be cleaned in the rain or cold?
Light rain is rarely a problem for a pure water clean. Hard frost is a different story. Here is what happens to your window round through autumn and winter.
Should you clean solar panels in winter?
Panels make less power in winter, so every bit of light counts. Here is when a winter clean makes sense, and what to leave alone when there is frost or snow.
Get a Bristol quote
Tell us your Bristol postcode and what needs cleaning. A photo of your array helps.
Call or text Tom for a free, no-obligation quote. Most enquiries are answered the same day.
Call 0117 279 0045