Newark, NottsBased in Newark, Nottinghamshire: covering Notts, Lincs & Leics 07979 103776·info@elevationhighaccessservices.co.uk· - HomeAboutServices Areas Our WorkReviewsContactFree quote Home / Services / Bird guard installation # Solar panel bird proofing in Newark,fitted from the platform,so birds stay out for good. Stop pigeons nesting under your panels and in your roof. Bird guards fitted safely from an 18m platform, backed by a 10-year installation guarantee. Get my free quote 13 years in construction · 10-year installation guarantee 13 years in construction £5m public liability IPAF certified operator 10 years guarantee* Free quotes & site visits The service ## What bird guard installation does Bird guards are barriers fitted around the edge of solar panels, or at gaps in roofs and walls, to stop birds getting underneath or inside. Pigeons in particular like the sheltered gap under solar panels, where they nest, make noise and leave droppings. It is for homeowners and businesses with solar panels, and for any property where birds are getting into roof spaces, under tiles or into gaps in walls. Signs you need it: cooing or scratching from the roof, pigeons flying in and out from under the panels, twigs and nesting material poking out, or droppings building up on the panels, roof and gutters. Fitting guards means working around panels on a roof. Doing it from a tracked cherry picker keeps the work off the tiles and gives a stable position at the edge of the array. If it's left ## What happens if birds are left under panels Nesting material and droppings build up under panels and can block gutters and drainage paths on the roof. Droppings on the panel surface reduce the light reaching it. Once birds are settled, they return season after season. The longer it goes on, the bigger the build-up to clear. Noise and mess around the house become a daily nuisance, especially during nesting season. ### Common mistakes to avoid Waiting until nesting season is in full swing. - Using makeshift netting that comes loose. - Fitting guards without clearing out existing nesting material. - Only guarding one side of the array and leaving a gap elsewhere. How it works ## From first call to finished job - Step 1 ### Free quote Tell us where the birds are getting in. Quotes are free. - Step 2 ### Assessment before set-up The job is assessed before the machine is set up. - Step 3 ### Entry points identified From the platform, every gap birds are using is located. - Step 4 ### Guards fitted Bird guards are fitted around panels, or at gaps in roofs and walls. - Step 5 ### Completion and guarantee As a full installation, the work carries a 10-year guarantee against material failure or improper installation. Why it matters ## What you get ### Birds kept out Closing off the gap stops nesting under panels and in roof spaces. ### Cleaner panels and roof Fewer droppings on the panels, tiles and gutters. ### Quieter home No more scratching and cooing above the bedrooms. ### No foot traffic on tiles Fitting from the platform keeps the roof undamaged. ### 10-year guarantee Covers material failure or improper installation. ### Panels, roofs and walls Guards can be fitted wherever birds are getting in. In detail ## Bird guards in detail Birds use different entry points depending on the building. ### Solar panel bird guards The gap between the panel and the roof is the most common nesting spot. A guard around the perimeter of the array closes it off while still allowing air and rainwater to pass. ### Roof bird guards Birds get into roofs through gaps at eaves, verges and under ridge tiles. Guards and closures are fitted to block these points. ### Wall bird guards Gaps in walls, around pipes and in old brickwork can also be guarded. ### Combined with cleaning If panels are already dirty from droppings, solar panel cleaning can be done on the same visit. ### Why pigeons choose solar panels The gap between a solar panel and the roof is warm, dry and sheltered from predators, which makes it ideal for nesting pigeons. Once one pair settles, others follow, and the same spot is used year after year. Nesting material builds up, droppings collect on the roof and in the gutters, and the noise carries straight through the ceiling into upstairs rooms. Bird guards close that gap around the perimeter of the array, so birds can't get underneath. ### Why fit from a platform Guards have to be fitted around the full edge of the array, which means working right at the edges of panels on a sloping roof. From a ladder, that is awkward and risky; on foot, it means walking on tiles between panels. Working from the tracked cherry picker gives a stable, guarded position at every edge of the array, without any weight on the roof. The machine compacts to 780mm wide and reaches up to 18 metres working height, so most domestic and many commercial arrays are reachable. Every job is assessed before setting up. ### Timing Guards are most effective when fitted before birds settle. If they are already nesting, the gap needs to be cleared before the guard goes on. Calling as soon as you notice birds under the panels keeps the job simpler. ### Roofs and walls Bird guards aren't only for solar panels. Gaps at eaves, under ridge tiles and in walls can let birds into roof spaces and cavities. The same approach applies wherever birds are getting in: find every entry point, then close it. ### Commercial and agricultural buildings Larger buildings with big solar arrays or wide roofs can attract considerable numbers of birds. On farms and commercial premises, droppings around entrances, on vehicles and on stock add to the problem. The 18m working height of the tracked platform allows guards to be fitted on higher, wider roofs where ground conditions allow, and every job is assessed before setting up. ### Asking for a quote To price bird guard installation, it helps to know the number of panels and how they are arranged, where you've seen birds going in, and how the machine would reach that part of the roof. A photo from the ground showing the array and any visible nesting material is ideal. Quotes are free, and cleaning the panels at the same time can be included. *Guarantee terms: 5 years on maintenance and repair jobs, 10 years on full installations. Covers faults caused by material failure or improper installation. Does not cover damage from lack of care (for example, uncleaned gutters causing excess weight) or extreme weather. Covering Newark and up to 40–50 miles around, including bird guard installation in Nottingham, bird guard installation in Lincoln, bird guard installation in Grantham, bird guard installation in Mansfield, bird guard installation in Retford, bird guard installation in Leicester, bird guard installation in Oakham, bird guard installation in Stamford. See all areas we cover. Questions ## Bird guard installation: frequently asked questions ### How much does solar panel bird proofing cost? It depends on the size of the array and access. Quotes are free, get in touch. ### Is bird guard installation guaranteed? Yes. As a full installation, it carries a 10-year guarantee covering material failure or improper installation. It does not cover damage from lack of care or extreme weather. ### Do bird guards damage my panels? Guards are fitted around the panels to close the gap underneath; you'll be talked through how they are fitted on your system before work starts. ### Can you fit guards on roofs and walls too? Yes, bird guards can be fitted to solar panels, roofs or walls. ### How long does installation take? Most domestic installations are completed in a single visit. ### Can you clean the panels at the same time? Yes, solar panel cleaning can be done during the same visit. ### Do you work weekends? Yes, weekend jobs are taken. ### Which areas do you cover? Newark and up to 40–50 miles around, including Nottingham, Lincoln, Grantham, Mansfield, Retford, Leicester, Oakham and Stamford. ### Why should birds be kept out from under solar panels? Nesting material and droppings build up on the roof, in the gutters and on the panels themselves, and the noise carries into the house. Closing the gap stops it happening again. ### Can you fit guards if birds are already nesting? Get in touch and describe what you are seeing. The existing gap needs to be cleared before the guard can be fitted. ### What do you need from me for a quote? The size of the array, where birds are getting in and a photo from the ground if possible. Quotes are free. ### Are you insured to fit bird guards? Yes. The business holds £5 million public liability insurance, the machine carries an in-date LOLER certificate and Dennis holds an IPAF ticket. ### Can you reach panels on the back of my house? Usually. The machine compacts to 780mm wide to fit through gates and side passages, as long as ground conditions are suitable. ## Related services ### Solar panel cleaning Clean panels, working as they should. Solar panel cleaning services ### Roof repairs & maintenance Slipped tiles, ridges, flashing and pointing, fixed before a small leak becomes a big bill. Roof repairs & maintenance services ### Gutter cleaning, repairs & replacement Cleaning, repairs or replacement: whatever the gutter run actually needs. Gutter cleaning, repairs & replacement services ## Keep birds out from under your panels, for good. Free quotes. Every job assessed before setting up. £5 million public liability insurance. Call anytime; weekend jobs taken. 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