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Pigeon proofing solar panels Thanet
Pigeon and gull proofing for solar panels across Thanet – Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and Birchington. Nests removed, area treated and mesh fitted with no drilling, with a 10-year guarantee.
- Homes, rentals and businesses
- Safe, humane removal
- Warranty-safe fixings
- 10-year guarantee
IPAF trained · Constructionline & Acclaim accredited
10-year guaranteeBirds back within 10 years? We return free.
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Just add your details and a few photos of your solar panels – we’ll reply with a free, no-obligation quote.
Or email info@pigeonsolarsolution.co.uk
Thanet
Pigeons and gulls in Thanet
Thanet is on the north-east tip of Kent and is home to the seaside towns of Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs, plus Westgate-on-Sea, Birchington and Minster.
As well as pigeons, gulls are a big problem along this coast, and both will nest under solar panels if they can get underneath.
Victorian terraces, seafront homes and bungalows are all common jobs for us.
Our galvanised mesh withstands the salty sea air.
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.
Properties we proof
Houses and bungalows
From small terraces to large detached homes, on any make of panel.
Rental properties
We work with landlords and letting agents and can arrange access with tenants.
Outbuildings and businesses
Panels on garages, barns, offices and business units.
How it works
How we proof your panels
1
Plan from your photos
We look at your photos, check the size and layout of the array and plan safe access before we arrive.
2
Remove nests and birds
Pigeons are moved on humanely and every nest, twig and dropping is cleared from under the panels by hand.
3
Clean and treat
The roof under the array is cleaned and treated with a biocide to deal with bird mites and break down guano.
4
Fit the mesh
Galvanised mesh is cut to fit and clipped to the panel frames all the way round – no drilling into your roof or panels.
The real cost of pigeons under solar panels
Pigeon droppings are acidic and can mark roof tiles, windows and paintwork. Nesting material washes into gutters and downpipes, causing overflows and damp. And droppings on the glass shade individual cells, which can reduce how much electricity your system generates.
There are health concerns too. Old nests and droppings can carry bacteria, fungi and bird mites, which is why we always clean and treat the area before the mesh goes on.
Act early to keep costs down
The sooner pigeons are dealt with, the smaller the clear-out and the lower the cost. A single nest is quick to remove; a season’s worth of nests, droppings and blocked gutters takes longer and risks damage to the roof.
If you have just noticed birds on your roof or a few twigs at the edge of the panels, now is the best time to get a quote.
Thanet pigeon proofing FAQs
Does the mesh keep gulls out as well as pigeons?
Yes. It stops all birds getting under the panels, including gulls.
Do you cover Birchington and Minster?
Yes – along with Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs, Cliftonville and Westgate-on-Sea.
Can you proof panels on a flat roof?
Yes. Panels on frames on flat roofs and extensions can be proofed by fitting mesh around the frame so birds can’t get underneath.
How much does pigeon proofing cost in Thanet?
Most homes in Thanet pay between £350 and £1,200. The price depends on how many panels you have, how they are laid out and how easy the roof is to reach. Send us a few photos and we’ll give you a fixed, no-obligation price.
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.
Clear, fixed pricing
Pigeon proofing usually costs between £350 and £1,200 for a home. Because every roof is different, we don’t guess – we price from your photos.
- No obligation to go ahead
- Everything included: nests out, clean, treat, proof
- No surprise extras on the day
Bungalows and garages with panels are often quicker to proof, which can help keep the cost down.
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.
Areas we cover around Thanet
Margate Ramsgate Broadstairs Westgate-on-Sea Birchington Minster Cliftonville Canterbury Kent
Free pigeon proofing quotes in Thanet
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