Bird proofing your solar panels - A DIY project or a professional’s job?
Bird-proofing: A DIY project or a professional’s job?
The answer to this depends on your specific situation. But we will help you with all relevant considerations. We suggest a high-quality bird proofing called BirdBlocker. This product has many benefits, from animal safety and aesthetics to panel protection and warranty.
In this article, we will walk you through various key points you need to keep in mind when you are deciding whether you want to preform installation, or hire a professional.
| Difficulty
Installing BirdBlocker is straightforward. With the instruction manuals, a tool, and the proper preparation, anyone can attach BirdBlocker to their PV installation and create a bird barrier that offers durable protection from birds nesting under solar panels. With our calculation tool, you ensure that you work with the right products for your installation.
| Working on heights
Typically, BirdBlocker is installed on rooftop installations, primarily pitched roof solar panel installations. This means working at an incline at height. Your safety is our prime concern. Not only do you need to be comfortable with working at height, but you also have access to the correct safety equipment to safeguard your well-being.
| Rules and regulations
Every country has its requirements for working on roofs, solar panels, and technical installations. Please make sure to study up to comply for your safety and prevent fines, voiding insurance, or worse.
| Warranty
BirdBlocker has a non-evasive mounting method. Contrary to screwing or gluing bird proofing onto your panels, which is unfortunately still very common, BirdBlocker clips onto any standard panel frame. This simple installation technique retains your warranty on the panels, as proven by OEM recommendations from leading solar panel manufacturers.
The installation company of your panels may also extend a warranty on your solar panel system. Before installing BirdBlocker, we recommend getting written consent that you, or a professional installer, be cleared and that you will retain the warranty from your panel installer.
| Animal welfare and protection
Birds commonly found under solar panels are jackdaws, pigeons, crows, and sparrows. Even the most unlikely and common bird species are protected in many countries. Often, this applies during the breeding & nesting season. Please carefully consult your local rules and regulations.
In summary:
For those who are passionate DIY-ers and possess the skills to tackle roof work, you've already cleared many of the hurdles when it comes to installing BirdBlocker. The installation process is straightforward, allowing you to take on the project with confidence.
Check out: BirdBlocker High-Quality Bird Proofing
However, it's essential to do your homework first. Familiarize yourself with the local regulations regarding bird protection, and the specific installation guidelines in your area. This preparation will ensure a successful and compliant setup.
If all of this seems like too much to undertake, don't worry! You can still purchase BirdBlocker and seek out a local installer to put it on for you.
