Serving Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Cheshire & Merseyside · 5.0 from 165 Google reviews

Solar Panel Cleaning & Bird Proofing Manchester

Your best choice for solar panel cleaning & bird proofing in Manchester and the surrounding areas.

Callun From Pidgeon Solar Panels

Meet Callun Purnell

Solar Technician for over 10 years

As the Founder of Pigeon Solar Panels, I bring over 10 years of industry experience. Along with our dedicated North West team, we provide top-tier solar panel cleaning and maintenance across Manchester, Stockport, Salford, and the surrounding boroughs.

We pride ourselves on doing things the right way—using pure deionised water and avoiding harsh chemicals to ensure your solar panels operate efficiently without voiding your warranty.

Solar panels with black mesh pigeon proofing on a tiled roof

Solar Panel Care in Manchester

City terraces, suburbs and apartment roofs across Manchester

Manchester has one of the largest urban pigeon populations in the North West, and the city’s terraces and semis give them plenty of warm, sheltered gaps under solar arrays. Traffic grime and frequent rain also leave a film on the glass that cuts your output.

We clean with deionised water and fit pigeon mesh or SolaSkirt so birds can’t nest under your panels. Our rope-access team handles terraces, semis and larger roofs without scaffolding.

Areas we cover near Manchester: Didsbury, Chorlton, Withington, Levenshulme, Prestwich, Stretford.

Nearby, see solar panel cleaning in Salford, solar panel cleaning in Stockport or solar panel cleaning in Oldham, or browse all South Manchester & Trafford areas.

Watch Pigeon Solar Panels at Work

Rope access, no scaffolding, and panels left clean and bird-free.

Pigeon Solar Panels at work video

Pigeon Solar Panels Reviews

We are committed to providing outstanding service

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Phil Saunders
21 September 2026
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The crew were very professional friendly and knowledgeable. The work was done to a high standard. I am very pleased with results. The scaffolding was expensive that bumped the price up,but everything pigeon solar panels done was faultless.would recommend
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Chris Eveleigh
25 August 2026
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Great service Chris and his team cleaned 10 years of dirt from panels.Highly professional hard hats ,harnesses,photos of before during and after cleaning. Marcella in the office kept me informed thanks
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Mike Childs
11 August 2026
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After having a solar array fitted in November I noticed almost immediately that pigeons were nesting underneath. There are quite a few companies that fit bird skirts. I came across Pigeon Solar Panels Ltd who specialise in bird skirting. Their website was the easiest to follow and had exactly what I was looking for. After speaking with Marcella who was very knowledgeable on the whole subject, the price was set and that’s what I paid. No hidden extra payments. The chaps that fitted the skirt were very chatty and you could tell they were genuinely interested in what they did. Skirt fitted Gutters cleared Panels cleaned Waste removed And all guaranteed I paid far less than some of the quotes I had and what an awesome job they did. The only downside was their popularity as I had to wait a month as they were so busy.
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Neil Buckland
28 July 2026
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Excellent work. Efficient, friendly, knowledgeable, professional. Great product.Good advice.
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dictynna hood
19 June 2026
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Happy to recommend Pigeon Solar; a little more pricey than the other quote I had but great communication and efficient professional job.
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Paul Ford
13 June 2026
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Fantastic service from start to finish. Couldn't be happier with the work done by the team to install our solar panel bird netting. Very friendly and helpful throughout the process.
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David Coletta
2 June 2026
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Did a great job and pleasure to work with
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Marc Rees
26 May 2026
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Can’t recommend them enough, Callun and his assistant were brilliant, super professional and they did an excellent job
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matt h
21 May 2026
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Outstanding service from initial enquiry through to on-site completion of the job. Advised and shown exactly what work was required with extensive photos before and after, went above and beyond by fixing a broken tile and trying to address some shoddy and poorly fitted guttering. Absolutely no hesitation in recommending this company and their excellent service.
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Steve R.
16 May 2026
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We received an excellent service from beginning to end. Marcella provided us with all the information we needed prior to booking the "better than new" package and on the day Callum and Harry told us exactly how the job would proceed covering everything from Health & Saftey through to the photographs we would receive at the end. And the best thing was that the solar panels ended up looking better than new, so we got what we paid for. Thank you from a very happy customer.

Manchester Solar Panel Cleaning & Maintenance Packages

Get Your Solar Panels Working Like New

FREE Solar panel thermal imaging survey Worth £250

SOLAR SAVER
£525+ VAT

This package includes:

IRATA Qualification and equipment for roof access and safe working practices without requiring scaffolding 

Pests & Nests cleared 

FREE visual survey and checklist of the solar & roof conditions

All mess hygienically disposed 

Bird guarding of choice installed 

Biocide applied to previous nesting areas 

10 Year warranty

FREE Solar panel thermal imaging survey Worth £250

gutter declutter
£600+ VAT

This package includes:

IRATA Qualification and equipment for roof access and safe working practices without requiring scaffolding 

Pests & Nests cleared 

FREE visual survey and checklist of the solar & roof conditions

All mess hygienically disposed 

Bird guarding of choice installed 

Biocide applied to previous nesting areas 

Gutter cleared on the side of the property where panels are located

10 Year warranty

FREE Solar panel thermal imaging survey Worth £250

Better than new
£850 + VAT

Our top package includes:

IRATA Qualification and equipment for roof access and safe working practices without requiring scaffolding 

Pests & Nests cleared 

FREE visual survey and checklist of the solar & roof conditions

All mess hygienically disposed 

Bird guarding of choice installed 

Biocide applied to previous nesting areas 

Debris of all gutters on property cleared 

Professional solar panel clean using pure deionised water 

The use of specialist PV manufacturer approved solutions to deal with heavy soiling on the panels (if necessary) 

10 Year warranty

We have a range of bird proofing options & extras available

A range of options to suit your property. Including the premuim SolaSkirt.

Thorough roof cleaning packages, get your roof looking as good as new.

ROOF SPIKES

Row of terraced house roofs with chimneys

Trouble with birds getting in places they shouldn’t? We can attach bird proofing strips as an addon to our packages.

Solar Panel Cleaning Across Greater Manchester

We don’t just cover the city centre. Our IRATA-certified, scaffolding-free rope access teams provide fast, reliable solar panel cleaning and pigeon proofing throughout the North West, including:

  • Manchester City & Trafford

  • Stockport & Wilmslow

  • Salford & Wythenshawe

  • Altrincham & Sale

  • Oldham, Rochdale & Bury

  • Ashton-under-Lyne

  • Don’t see your town? Get in touch, we likely cover your area!

Why Manchester Homes Need Regular Solar Panel Cleaning?

With Manchester's mix of frequent rain, urban traffic pollution, and industrial dust, solar panels in the North West get dirty quickly. While the rain washes away loose dust, it often leaves behind a murky residue that bakes onto the glass when the sun comes out. Combined with bird guano and algae build-up, this can reduce your solar efficiency by up to 25%. Our professional pure-water cleaning system cuts through the urban grime, restoring your panels to maximum energy absorption.

Pidgeon Solar Panels

10 Years Experience

A solar installation background means we look after your panels the way manufacturers expect.

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Fully Qualified Experts

IRATA rope-access trained, with the right certifications and kit for safe roof work.

Pidgeon Solar Panels

we promise the best value service

Proofing, cleaning, gutter clearance and panel removal, all from one team.

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Flexible To Your Schedule

Evening and weekend visits across Manchester, booked around you.

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Multiple Guard Types

Galvanised mesh as standard, with SolaSkirt and other guards if you prefer.

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Everything You Need & More

Maintenance, repairs and installation too. No Manchester job is too big or small.

Get in touch to arrange a free, no-obligation quote for all your solar panel needs

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I have my solar panels cleaned?

It’s recommended to have your solar panels professionally cleaned at least twice a year to maintain optimal performance and extend their lifespan.

Why is bird proofing necessary for solar panels?

Bird proofing prevents pigeons and other birds from nesting under your solar panels, which can cause damage to the panels and cables, leading to potential system failures and costly repairs.

Do you offer services in areas around Manchester?

Yes, we proudly serve Manchester and surrounding areas, including Oldham, Salford, Stockport, Rochdale, Bury, Trafford, Ashton-under-Lyne, Wythenshawe, Didsbury, Sale, Wilmslow, and Altrincham, providing top-quality solar panel cleaning, maintenance, and bird proofing services tailored to local conditions.

How do I stop pigeons nesting under my solar panels in Manchester?

The best fix is to seal the gap between the panels and the roof with mesh or SolaSkirt once the nests have been cleared. That keeps pigeons out for good without harming them.

Which Manchester areas do you cover?

All of Manchester and the surrounding boroughs, including Didsbury, Chorlton, Withington, Levenshulme, Prestwich and Stretford.

Contact Us

Get in touch by calling us on 01934244862 for a free consultation. Can’t call right now? Fill in the form and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours.

Office Hours

9am to 7pm Mon to Sat

Closed on Sundays

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