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Twice a year for installs near trees, farms or coastal areas." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Will cleaning really increase my generation?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes — most arrays show a 10–20% uplift in the days immediately after cleaning. Monitor your inverter app for proof." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is this warranty-safe?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes — pure-water cleaning is the manufacturer-approved method for every major PV brand." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can you reach top-floor or 3-storey roofs?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes — our reach-and-wash system extends to 12m. Cherry-picker access arranged for higher installs." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do you offer ongoing maintenance contracts?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes — annual visits at a 20% discount vs single bookings." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long does it take?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Most domestic installs 1–2 hours including set-up and rinse." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Are you insured?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes — fully insured with £5m public liability cover. 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Harlow, Essex & Hertfordshire. Independent studies show dirt can reduce solar PV output by 15–25% within 24 months. Our deionised pure-water cleaning lifts every contaminant without scratching, etching or voiding manufacturer warranty — and typically pays for itself in recovered generation. [Get My Free Estimate](/contact) [01279 295996](tel:+441279295996) Free, no-obligation quote. No pushy sales. Family-run, Harlow-based. Deionised pure-water only Warranty-safe — no detergents Reach-and-wash to 12m Fully insured Most installs done in 1–2 hours Service Overview ## Understanding solar panel cleaning ## What it is Specialist cleaning of solar PV panels using deionised (pure) water at ambient pressure with soft non-abrasive brushes — removing bird droppings, pollen, dust, atmospheric film and lichen without chemicals or hot water. ## Who it's for Any solar PV owner whose generation figures have dropped vs the same month a previous year, panels visibly streaked, or installs more than 12 months old. Particularly relevant for arrays under tree cover or near agricultural land. ## When you need it Spring (post-pollen, pre-summer peak generation) is optimal. Annual maintenance cleaning recommended. Emergency cleans available after bird-strike or storm contamination. ## Why professional help matters Rain alone does NOT clean panels — it leaves a tide-mark of dissolved minerals that build up year on year. Tap water leaves spotting on drying. Detergents void manufacturer warranties on many premium panels. If left untreated ## The cost of doing nothing. - Dirt films reduce PV output 5–10% within 12 months, 15–25% within 24. - Bird droppings create permanent hot-spots — concentrated current that damages cells. - Pollen and tree sap chemically bond to glass over time and become impossible to remove without specialist work. - Lost generation on a dirty solar array can mean meaningful missed FiT/export earnings every year. - Lichen growth at panel edges shorts wiring over multi-year periods. Common mistakes ## What we see go wrong. - Cleaning with tap water — spotting fixes the contamination in place. - Using detergents or domestic cleaners — voids most premium PV warranties. - Sending a window cleaner up a ladder with a sponge — scratches the anti-reflective coating. - Skipping cleaning to save money — every month of dirt costs more in lost generation. Our Process ## A predictable system, from first call to clean-up 1. 01 ### Inspection Drone or pole survey of array, contamination type and any visible cell or junction-box issues. 2. 02 ### Pre-Rinse Soft pure-water rinse to lift dust and loose debris before brushing. 3. 03 ### Soft Brush Clean Carbon-pole soft-bristle brush worked across every panel with constant pure-water flow. 4. 04 ### Final Pure-Water Rinse Deionised rinse leaves a spot-free finish; no detergent residue. 5. 05 ### Sign-Off We log clean date and panel count; check your inverter app the next sunny day — most owners see immediate uplift. The Benefits ## What you actually get for the money. - ### Measurable output gain Most arrays recover 10–20% of lost generation immediately. - ### Warranty-safe cleaning Pure water only — no detergents, no warranty risk. - ### No scratching Soft-bristle reach brushes designed for PV glass. - ### Fully insured Insurance documents available on request. - ### Pays for itself Typical clean recovers more in 6 months of generation than it cost. - ### Visual inspection included We'll flag any panel discolouration, junction-box damage or wiring issues we spot. Deep Detail ## The technical bit — for the people who like to know ### Why pure water matters Deionised water leaves zero mineral residue when it dries. Tap water leaves calcium and magnesium spots that act as new contamination — and reduce light transmission until the next clean. ### Detergents and PV warranties Major panel manufacturers (LG, REC, SunPower, JinkoSolar) explicitly void warranty if detergents, solvents or pressure washers are used. Pure water is the manufacturer-approved method. ### Bird-strike & droppings Bird droppings are acidic and create localised hotspots — concentrated current the bypass diodes can't always handle. Prompt clearance recommended after gull or pigeon strike. ### Tree sap and pollen Pine sap and oak pollen chemically bond to glass within 6–12 months. We carry pure-water-compatible bio-cleaners for severe cases that remain warranty-safe. ### Residential vs commercial PV Domestic installs quoted by panel count. Commercial arrays (schools, warehouses, farms) quoted by panel count with planned-maintenance contracts available. FAQ ## Straight answers to common questions How much does solar panel cleaning cost? Priced per array based on panel count and access. Free, no-obligation quote. How often should panels be cleaned? Will cleaning really increase my generation? Is this warranty-safe? Can you reach top-floor or 3-storey roofs? Do you offer ongoing maintenance contracts? How long does it take? Are you insured? ## Stop losing kilowatt-hours to dirty glass. Warranty-safe, insured, measurable result. Free, no-obligation quote. [Get My Free Estimate](/contact) [01279 295996](tel:+441279295996) Fully insured · Companies House #15556482 · Family-run · 4+ years ## Related services - [Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal ](/services/roof-cleaning) - [Gutter Clearing & Maintenance ](/services/gutter-clearing) - [Exterior Window Cleaning ](/services/window-cleaning) ## We cover Based in Harlow CM18, working across Essex and Hertfordshire. 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