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Pigeon proofing solar panels East of England
Solar panel pigeon proofing across the East of England – Hertfordshire, Essex, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk. Nests removed, area treated and mesh fitted with no drilling, guaranteed for 10 years.
- Free quote from photos
- All nests and mess cleared
- Discreet finish
- Backed by a 10-year guarantee
IPAF trained · Constructionline & Acclaim accredited
10-year guaranteeBirds back within 10 years? We return free.
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East of England
Pigeon proofing across the East of England
The East of England is one of the sunniest parts of the UK, so it is no surprise that so many homes here have solar panels on the roof.
We cover the whole region, from the commuter towns of Hertfordshire and Essex to Cambridge, Peterborough, Bedford, Norwich and Ipswich.
Arable farmland supports huge numbers of wood pigeons, and gulls are common along the coast from Southend to Great Yarmouth.
Whether you have a few panels on a semi or a large array on a farm building, we can proof it.
Every installation follows the same proven process: nests out, area treated, mesh fitted with clips.
What to include in your photos
A few clear photos help us give you an accurate, fixed price without a survey visit. Try to show the whole array, the edges of the panels where birds are getting in, and the height of the roof.
Photos taken from the garden, the street or an upstairs window are fine – please don’t go up on the roof yourself.
Problems pigeons cause
Blocked gutters
Nest material washes into gutters and downpipes, leading to overflows and damp.
Lower output
Droppings on the glass shade cells and can reduce how much electricity you generate.
Hygiene risks
Old nests and droppings can carry bacteria and bird mites.
How it works
Step by step
1
Nests out
Every nest and all the debris under the array is cleared by hand.
2
Area treated
Guano and mites are dealt with using a biocide treatment.
3
Mesh on
Galvanised mesh is clipped around the panels – nothing is drilled into your roof.
4
Checked and guaranteed
We check every edge before we leave, and the job is covered by our 10-year guarantee.
Why spikes and decoys don’t solve it
Many homeowners try bird spikes, fake owls or rotating scarers first. Spikes stop birds perching on the edge of the roof, but pigeons simply walk underneath the panels. Decoys and scarers work for a few days at best before the birds realise they are harmless.
Mesh is different. It closes the gap between the panels and the roof completely, so there is physically nowhere for a pigeon to get in.
Wildlife law and active nests
All wild birds and their active nests are protected under UK wildlife law. If we find eggs or chicks, we never simply remove them – we plan the work around them, usually proofing the rest of the array and returning to finish once the young have fledged.
This keeps the job legal and humane, and it is one more reason to deal with pigeons early in the season.
East of England pigeon proofing FAQs
Which parts of the East of England do you cover?
Hertfordshire, Essex, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk.
Do you proof commercial arrays?
Yes – farm buildings, business units and multi-property portfolios too.
Can I just use spikes or a fake owl?
Unfortunately not. Spikes stop birds landing on edges but don’t stop them walking under the panels, and decoys only work for a short time. Mesh is the only reliable way to keep pigeons out.
Do you need to drill into my roof?
No. Everything is fixed to the panel frames with clips. We never drill into roof tiles or panels.
When is the best time to proof?
As soon as you notice birds. Pigeons breed for most of the year, so there is no off-season – but proofing before spring means fewer nests to deal with.
Will the pigeons come back?
Once the mesh is fitted there is no way for them to get under the panels, so they soon give up and move on. If they ever do get back in within 10 years, we return and fix it free of charge.
How long does the mesh last?
The mesh is galvanised and non-corrosive, so it is built to last outdoors for many years. Every installation is covered by our 10-year guarantee.
How much does pigeon proofing cost in East of England?
Most homes pay between £350 and £1,200. The price depends on a few simple things:
- How many panels you have
- How easy the roof is to reach
- Whether scaffolding is needed
- How much nesting material needs clearing
Send a few photos and we’ll give you a fixed price – there’s no obligation.
Backed by a 10-year guarantee
If pigeons get back under your panels within 10 years of us proofing them, we’ll come back and fix it free of charge.
Towns and cities we cover in East of England
Bedford Berkhamsted Cambridge Essex Harpenden Hertfordshire Huntingdonshire Ipswich Norfolk Peterborough St Albans Stevenage Suffolk Watford
Free pigeon proofing quotes in East of England
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