Damages Caused By Pigeons To Solar Panels & Roofs

Solar panels are becoming increasingly popular these days across the world due to their capacity to preserve the environment and reduce long-term household energy costs. Besides their many perks, they also attract pigeons and other birds, which results in problems like an abundance of droppings and uninvited nesting on the panels. Pigeons can damage solar panels in different ways, despite the fact that they may only seem to be a minor annoyance. This has emerged as a prevalent problem for Australian homeowners at present.

• Damage to solar panels: Pigeons can damage the inner and external components of solar panels, which will ultimately reduce the value of your solar investment. Droppings contain high levels of acidity, which can cause wires to corrode and even damage solar panel surfaces. Additionally, they have the potential to scratch solar panels, decreasing the system's capacity to generate electricity.
• Attract snakes and rodents: Birds have a habit of scattering seeds. Consequently, when bird seed falls from the feeder, it attracts other animals such as rodents, snakes, squirrels, etc. It can spoil food, contaminate household surfaces, and pollute mains water supplies.
• Reduction in energy production: Pigeon droppings are highly corrosive and acidic in nature, which can corrode glass panels, cut wires, scratch solar cells, and also block sunlight. Hence, it reduces the overall efficiency and power output of the solar panel. You might need to clean and repair your panels more regularly because there is a higher chance of damage and less efficiency.
• Clogged gutters: Feces and droppings from pigeon nests can get clogged in the pipes and then cause blockage in the gutters. Also, unpleasant and smelly conditions lead to rusting in gutters and leaking roof cavities. This will often need to be repaired, resulting in drainage problems, additional expenses, and irritation. If you are having gutter issues at your home, you can check out our blog entitled "Why is gutter cleaning important?" to sort out the issue.
• Bird mite and insect infestation: Solar panels provide a safe nesting site for pigeons that are prone to bird mites and insects entering through the roof. The bites of other insects and mites can cause skin irritation, itching, and small red bumps that can be severe at times.

We know what you have been dealing with—the noise, smells, and everything else is agonizing for anyone. Professional bird control service is what you need to take to protect your solar panels and let them perform as they did when you first bought them. Reach out to us; we can help you sort out this issue at a reasonable rate in Melbourne and the surrounding area.