Good things and not-so-good things come along with adding solar panels to your home. Sure, you eventually save energy costs but you probably didn’t count on birds nesting in your solar panels. Searching for solar panel pest control Denver homeowner? We can help. In fact, though our business name is: Northern Colorado Pest and Wildlife Control, we also help Denver area residents and commercial property owners with pest control and wildlife control. Pests, particularly birds and rodents like squirrels and rats, can cause various problems for solar panels.
Nine most common ways pests negatively impact solar panels
- Nesting
Birds, squirrels, and rodents might find the area under solar panels an excellent place to build nests. These nests can block sunlight, reducing the efficiency of the panels. Additionally, accumulated nest materials can create hotspots, potentially damaging the panels.
- Wiring Damage
Rodents such as rats and squirrels are known to chew on wires. They can cause substantial damage to the wiring of solar panels, leading to reduced efficiency or even complete system failure.
- Droppings
Bird droppings can accumulate on the solar panel‘s surface, blocking sunlight and reducing energy efficiency. In some cases, bird droppings can be quite acidic and may corrode the panel’s surface over time.
- Scuffing and Scratching
Birds or other animals may scratch or scuff the surface of the panels, causing physical damage that can limit the panels’ efficiency.
- Noise
Birds and other pests nesting under solar panels can cause noise, which may be a nuisance for homeowners and businesses.
- Health Risks
Pests like birds and rodents can carry diseases, and their droppings, feathers, or fur can pose health risks. This is a significant concern for solar panel maintenance crews.
- Increased Maintenance Costs
Damage from pests can increase solar panel pest control costs, as the panels may need more frequent cleaning or repair. In severe cases, it may even be necessary to replace panels that have been significantly damaged.
- Disruption of Energy Production
During peak nesting season, pest activity can be pretty high. Pests may disrupt the functioning of solar panels in their attempts to build nests, causing fluctuations in the power output. This inconsistency can negatively affect the reliability of solar power generation.
- Short Circuits
Some pests, such as ants, are attracted to the electrical components of solar panels. They can cause short circuits by creating bridges between electrical components, causing a sudden power loss, or even a potential fire risk in extreme cases. These issues can be quite challenging to diagnose and resolve, resulting in increased maintenance costs and downtime for the system.
Look no further for solar panel pest control experts. Northern Colorado Pests & Wildlife Control can help!
To mitigate the risks that pests and wildlife cause to solar panels, several preventative measures can be taken, such as installing pest deterrents, netting, or barriers around the panels, regular cleaning and maintenance, or using ultrasonic devices to keep pests away. We can assess your situation and see what kind of interventions are best for your unique situation. We can help with all your solar panel pest control needs.
One important note about our solar panel pest control is that If there are baby birds, we let them fledge first. Though we strive for humane wildlife control, by law, pigeons, starlings, and house sparrows are allowed to be destroyed. During certain times of the year, it is not allowed to destroy wallows and woodpeckers
Read about some of our five-star reviews from happy clients
“Aaron was very professional and also knowledgeable. He was able to promptly assist us with relocating a few squirrels from our property. I’m overall very happy with their services. Furthermore, their prices were very competitive compared to some of the competitors we contacted in the Loveland/Fort Collins area.” -Alison
“Brandon was kind, patient, and thorough! He took the time to listen to us and then did a thorough job of checking for all types of critters. He was never rushed and was always right on time for appointments. The office staff scheduled appointments that worked with MY schedule and would text a reminder the day before! They were also kind and polite! My “critter” situation was resolved to my satisfaction! I would ABSOLUTELY recommend Northern Colorado Pest & Wildlife Control! And, if needed, I will use them again!” – Rebecca
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Northern Colorado Pest and Wildlife Control provides fast and courteous responses to our customers’ needs. We specialize in a wide range of pest control and wildlife control services. We serve Denver, north to Wyoming including Fort Collins, Eaton, Greeley, Evans, Windsor, Loveland, LaSalle, Johnstown, Milliken, Berthoud, Longmont, Boulder, Louisville, Superior, Lafayette, Thornton, Lakewood, Golden, Westminster, Denver, Aurora, and surrounding cities.