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Pigeon proofing solar panels Cambridge
Pigeon proofing solar panels in Cambridge and the surrounding villages. We remove pigeons from under your panels, clear the nests and droppings and fit discreet solar panel bird mesh – no drilling, 10-year guarantee.
- Discreet mesh for period and new homes
- Nests and droppings cleared
- No holes in your roof or panels
- 10-year guarantee
IPAF trained · Constructionline & Acclaim accredited
10-year guaranteeBirds back within 10 years? We return free.
Need help in Cambridge? Get in touch now
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
Bird proofing solar panels on Cambridge homes
Cambridge has one of the highest rates of home solar in the region, from Victorian terraces in Mill Road and Romsey to eco-homes in Eddington and Trumpington Meadows. Many owners chose solar for environmental reasons and want a bird proofing method that is humane and doesn’t harm wildlife.
Our approach does exactly that. We never harm the birds – we move them on, remove nests that are no longer in use, and then close off the space so they simply nest somewhere else. There are no poisons, traps or sharp spikes involved.
The mesh sits tight under the edge of the panels and is designed to be discreet, which matters on period homes and in the city’s many conservation areas.
Pigeons under solar panels in Cambridge? Signs to look for
These are the signs we hear about most often:
Birds going under the panels
Pigeons landing on the roof and walking straight under the edge of the array.
Mess on bikes and cars
Droppings on cars, bikes and paths directly below the panels.
Gutters overflowing
Nest debris washing into gutters and downpipes and causing overflows in heavy rain.
How solar panel bird mesh works
Bird mesh for solar panels closes the gap between the edge of your array and the roof. It is made from galvanised steel wire with a black PVC coating and fixed with stainless steel clips that grip the panel frames.
Because the clips attach to the panels rather than the roof, there is no drilling and no risk of leaks. The mesh is shaped to follow the profile of your tiles or slates, so even uneven gaps on older roofs are sealed.
Air flows freely through it, keeping the panels cool, and the mesh can be unclipped if your installer ever needs access. Find out more about our solar panel pigeon proofing.
Our process
Our Cambridge bird proofing process
A typical Cambridge home is finished in a few hours.
1
Photo quote
Send a few photos and your postcode. We reply with a fixed, no-obligation price.
2
Remove pigeons and nests
We move the birds on humanely and take out the nests, checking for eggs or chicks first.
3
Clean and treat
All droppings and debris are cleared and the area is treated with a biocide.
4
Fit the mesh
Mesh is cut to fit and clipped all the way round the array, with no drilling.
Pigeon proofing solar panels cost in Cambridge
Most Cambridge homes pay between £350 and £1,200. The fixed price depends on:
- How many panels you have and the layout of the array
- The height of the roof and access – some terraces have narrow side access
- How much nest material needs clearing
- Whether there are panels on more than one roof or outbuilding
See our pigeon proofing solar panels cost guide, or send photos for an exact price.
What every Cambridge job includes
There are no add-ons – one fixed price covers everything.
- Humane removal of pigeons
- Nests and droppings cleared
- Biocide treatment
- Discreet galvanised mesh
- No drilling into roof or panels
- 10-year guarantee
Proofing neighbouring homes together
On terraced streets and new estates, pigeons that are pushed off one roof often move straight to the next. If your neighbours have panels too, it can make sense to proof them at the same time.
We’re happy to quote for several homes together and complete them on the same day.
Pigeon proofing solar panels Cambridge – FAQs
How much does pigeon proofing solar panels cost in Cambridge?
Usually between £350 and £1,200, depending on the size of the array and access. Send photos for a fixed price.
Is your method humane?
Yes. We never harm the birds. We move them on, remove unused nests and seal the gap so they nest elsewhere.
Can you work on homes in conservation areas?
Yes. The mesh is discreet and is clipped to the panels, not fixed to the roof.
Will the mesh affect my panel warranty?
No. Nothing is drilled into the roof or panels.
Do you cover the villages around Cambridge?
Yes – including Histon, Impington, Girton, Milton, Great Shelford, Cambourne and Ely.
Do wood pigeons nest under solar panels too?
Yes, especially in villages near farmland. The mesh keeps out every species.
How long does it take?
Most homes are finished in a few hours, in a single visit.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes – for 10 years. If birds get back in, we fix it free of charge.
Pigeon proofing near you in Cambridge
We also cover Peterborough, Huntingdonshire, Bedford and Hertfordshire.
Get your Cambridge solar panels pigeon-proofed
Send us a few photos for a free, no-obligation quote.