Solar Panel Critter Guard Installation
Protect the space beneath your solar panels from birds, rodents, nests, and debris with a secure, non-invasive critter guard system.
Keep Birds and Rodents Out From Under Your Solar Panels
The shaded space beneath solar panels can attract pigeons, doves, roof rats, and other pests looking for shelter.
Once they get underneath the array, they can build nests, leave droppings and debris, damage wiring, and create ongoing problems around the roof.
We install galvanized steel critter guard mesh with a black PVC coating around the perimeter of the solar array. The guard is secured with non-invasive J-hook clips, so there is no drilling into the solar panels. Our critter guard service includes:
- Custom installation around the solar array
- Galvanized steel mesh with black PVC coating
- Non-invasive J-hook attachment clips
- No drilling into solar panels
- Existing nest removal when needed
- Bird and pest remediation
- Professional solar panel cleaning after installation
- 5-year workmanship warranty on new installations
See Our Recent Critter Guard Installations
See how a properly installed critter guard can help close off the open space beneath a solar array.
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Signs You May Need a Solar Panel Critter Guard
Bird and rodent activity around solar panels is not always obvious from the ground.
Common signs include:
Birds Gathering Around Your Panels
Pigeons or doves frequently landing on the roof or around the solar array may be trying to access the space underneath.
Nesting Sounds
Scratching, movement, or bird sounds coming from the roof can indicate activity beneath the panels.
Droppings on Panels or the Roof
Frequent droppings around the system are often a sign that birds are spending time nearby.
Visible Nests or Debris
Twigs, nesting material, feathers, and other debris may collect beneath or around the panels.
Chewed or Damaged Wiring
Rodents and other pests can damage exposed wiring beneath a solar array.
Existing Critter Guard Damage
Loose, bent, missing, or poorly installed mesh can leave openings that pests can use to get underneath the panels.
How Our Critter Guard Installation Works
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Request Your Estimate
Call, text, or send us a website request. Panel count is helpful, but you don't need to know every detail about your system. -
We Assess Your Solar System
We consider the number of panels, roof access, system layout, number of stories, and current condition when preparing for the service. -
We Professionally Clean the Panels
Our team uses DI purified water, soft-bristle brushes, and panel-safe equipment to clean the system without soaps or chemicals. -
We Check for Visible Concerns
While we're working, we perform a basic visual inspection and let you know if we notice bird nests, damaged wiring, critter guard problems, roof debris, or other visible concerns. -
You Get Clean Panels and Before-and-After Photos
We leave the system clean and provide before-and-after photos so you can see the work that was completed.
No Drilling Into Your Solar Panels
Our critter guards are attached using non-invasive J-hook clips rather than drilling into the solar panels.
This method allows the mesh to be secured around the perimeter of the array while helping preserve the integrity of the solar system.
SunWorx Solar Services installs critter guards on virtually all roof-mounted solar panel configurations, including systems on tile, shingle, flat, and metal roofs.
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What Can Birds and Rodents Cause Under Solar Panels?
Pest activity beneath a solar array can lead to more than an occasional nuisance.
Birds and rodents may contribute to:
Nesting Buildup
Nesting material can collect beneath the array and around wiring or roof surfaces.
Damaged Wiring
Rodents may chew wiring and create additional system concerns.
Blocked Airflow
Large amounts of nesting material and debris can restrict the open space beneath the panels.
Roof Debris & Pollution
Bird droppings, feathers, nesting material, and pest-related debris can accumulate around the system.
Panel or System Damage
Ongoing pest activity may contribute to damage around the solar array.
Fire Risk
Nesting material and damaged wiring can create additional hazards around the system.
Critter Guard Repair and Replacement
Already have solar mesh installed?
We can inspect, repair, replace, or remove existing critter guards that are damaged or no longer doing their job.
Common issues include loose mesh, gaps around the array, damaged sections, poor installation, or guards that have been pulled away from the panels.
If the existing guard needs to be replaced, we can remove the old material, address bird or pest activity, and install a new protection system.
Protecting Different Solar Panel Layouts
Our team installs critter guards around a wide range of residential solar systems and roof configurations. We work with:
- Roof-mounted solar systems
- Small and large residential arrays
- Two-story homes
- Tile roofs
- Shingle roofs
- Flat roofs
- Metal roofs
- Different solar panel layouts and perimeter shapes
Each installation is fitted to the layout of the solar array rather than treated as a one-size-fits-all project.
Solar Panel Critter Guard Installation Across the East Valley
SunWorx Solar Services provides solar panel critter guard installation for homeowners throughout Arizona’s East Valley.
Our primary service areas include Gilbert, Mesa, and Queen Creek, along with surrounding communities.
Whether you are trying to prevent a future pest problem or already have birds or rodents beneath your panels, we can assess the system and recommend the right approach.
Solar Panel Critter Guard FAQs
What animals do solar panel critter guards help keep out?
Our critter guards are designed to help prevent birds, pigeons, doves, rodents, and roof rats from accessing the space beneath solar panels.
Do you drill into the solar panels?
No. We use non-invasive J-hook clips to secure the mesh around the solar array without drilling into the panels.
What type of mesh do you use?
We use galvanized steel mesh with a black PVC coating.
Do you remove bird nests before installing the guard?
Yes. Existing nests and pest-related debris can be removed before the critter guard is installed.
Is solar panel cleaning included?
Yes. Panels are professionally cleaned after a new critter guard installation as the final step.
Do you repair damaged critter guards?
Yes. We repair and replace damaged critter guards and can remove old or poorly installed mesh when needed.
How long does installation take?
Most critter guard installations take approximately 4 to 8 hours. Larger systems or projects involving nest removal and remediation may take longer.
Do you offer a warranty?
Yes. SunWorx provides a 5-year workmanship warranty on new critter guard installations.
How much does critter guard installation cost?
Pricing is based on the linear footage around the solar array, roof accessibility, system layout, and any required bird nest removal or remediation. Contact us for a free estimate.
Ready to Protect the Space Beneath Your Solar Panels?
Keep birds, rodents, nests, and debris from taking over the area beneath your solar array with professionally installed critter guard protection.
SunWorx Solar Services serves Gilbert, Mesa, Queen Creek, and surrounding East Valley communities.