The Importance of Early Intervention
The underside of the solar panels is an excellent place for pigeons to hide from the elements and larger birds of prey, such as hawks, owls, falcons, and eagles, who like to hunt them. However, the number one reason they want solar panels has to do with their parental instincts to build a family. Solar panels constantly receive heat from the sun and stay warm as they produce power. That warmth is the perfect place for pigeons to nest, give birth to their eggs, and keep their newly birthed hatchlings safe and warm. As adorable as this might sound it can also wreak havoc on your solar panel investment when they build nests under solar panels. Learn how our experts remove their ability to get under your panels to build their nests, and clean and clear your roof from pigeons and other critters.
Pigeons start out breeding as a monogamous pair with the intent to grow their flock to around 20-30 birds. Pigeon breeding may occur in all seasons, but peak reproduction occurs in the spring and fall. Eight to 12 days after mating, the females typically lay 2 eggs which hatch after 18 days. Chicks leave the nest in 30 days and oftentimes, more eggs are laid before the first clutch of chicks even leave the nest. A female pigeon can start having babies of their own as early as 7 months old and can have up to 6 clutches per year, resulting in 12 new babies per female. We have seen homes that started with 2 pigeons turn into 40 pigeons in a year. The larger the flock, the harder it is to get them to permanently leave your roof after we perform our services; therefore, addressing the problem early is the best course of action. Learn how our experts help remove pigeon poop from solar panels and prevent pigeon breeding and nesting under solar panels by booking an appointment today with one of our specialists.
Don’t wait too long to address your pigeon issue; you’ll be left with a serious infestation and a lot of pigeon feces under your panels, on your roof, in your gutters and downspouts, and throughout your yard. Bird and pigeon feces are dangerous to your family and pets’ health. Pigeon feces can carry over 60 diseases, the highest number of diseases compared to any other bird species, some of which can be transmitted to humans. Unlike most other birds, pigeons nest in their own feces, which attracts mites and increases the transmittance of other diseases. Pigeons also carry more diseases than rats, with their droppings (feces) being one of the core causes of disease. Contact our team today to understand how our pigeon removal and clean up for solar panels can help protect your energy, investment, and family’s health today.
Our industry-leading Pest Exclusion process starts by focusing on the cleanup process. Pigeon removal and cleanup are critically important, as pigeons’ sense of smell is remarkable, and they are drawn to their own feces. Removing every remnant of their feces through a thorough solar panel cleaning helps to improve the success of keeping them from returning to your roof after the pest exclusion pigeon guard or critter guard is installed.
We start by removing and thoroughly cleaning up the mess left behind by pigeons and squirrels under your solar panels and in your gutters. We use a soft washing technique under your solar panels and power wash out the gutters to remove all pigeons, birds, or critter feces and nesting. Starting from the roof’s peak, we thoroughly remove all pigeons and squirrel nests, eggs, hatchlings, droppings, and debris from under your solar panels.
During our solar panel cleaning and roof cleaning, we clean out the gutters below your panels, which often become clogged by all the feces, and blast out your downspouts to ensure proper roof and gutter drainage.
While on the roof, we finish by cleaning the surface of the solar panels to remove all residual feces and help optimize energy capture from your solar panels.
By cleaning the affected areas on the ground level, we remove any traces of pigeon and critter feces that might have spread by the pigeon infestation or roof cleaning above; this includes the outside of your home, patio areas, and yard.
Lastly, we apply a disinfectant treatment to all areas that have been in contact with the pigeon poop, bird, or critter feces, including decks, chairs, grills, patio, etc. We use all-natural and safe disinfectant products that kill bacteria and viruses but will not harm your children or pets.
The final step in our pest exclusion process is to install the manufacturer-recommended PVC-dipped galvanized steel mesh around all solar panel arrays with solar-friendly clips that attach below the panels to ensure your Utah roof stays clear of pigeons, birds, and other critters on and around your solar panels.
Pigeon Prevention
We frequently encounter homeowners who request our expert pigeon cleanup services but hesitate to proceed with the installation of pigeon guards. While we understand this approach, we strongly advise against it.
Pigeons are creatures of habit and will likely return to their previous nesting areas, particularly under your solar panels, if no preventative measures are taken. Removing the birds and cleaning up the area will not deter them from returning. The only effective way to ensure they do not return is to follow up with a professional pigeon guard installation immediately after the cleanup.
Our comprehensive Pest Exculusion solution addresses the immediate issue and provides long-term protection for your solar panels. By combining thorough pigeon clean-up with the installation of high-quality pigeon guards, we ensure your roof remains bird-free, preserving the integrity and efficiency of your solar investment.