When increasing numbers of UK homeowners are moving towards solar energy, most of them believe that after installing their panels, the savings would be made easily within years. Although solar PV systems are not meant to be high-maintenance, the system is not maintenance free. Dust, dirt, bird droppings, debris and pollution may severely degrade your system. At this stage, it is essential to collaborate with a professional cleaner of the solar panel. At Solar Dream, we strive to make sure that homeowners derive maximum benefits out of each panel that we install and frequent cleaning is a significant portion of that long term performance.
The reason why solar panels should be cleaned frequently.
The solar panels depend on the rays of the sun to produce electricity. A layer of dirt on the surface of the glass even a thin one prevents sunlight penetration and decreases the energy generation. Most of the homeowners are not aware that dirty panels are losing up to 20-30% of their efficiency based on environment, weather and placement. The effects can be even higher in case your panels are located close to trees, roads, construction works, or coastal territories.
Common buildup includes:
Bird droppings, which are not washed away easily by rain.
- Traffic pollution and soot
- The spring and summertime pollen.
- Older roofs have moss and lichen.
- Salt deposits in the coastal regions.
Solar panels can not simply be cleaned by rainwater. Actually, rain usually leaves traces of hard- waters and mineral residues which render panels dirtier with time. That is why a professional solar panel cleaner, who has the necessary equipment and skills, is needed.
Professional Cleaner of Solar Panels: The Advantages.
It is much safer, more effective and less cost efficient to hire a specialist than to do it DIY. Solar Dream suggests that it is important to hire a professional cleaner because of the following reasons:
Higher Energy Output
The solar panels are clean and absorb more sun. There is frequently a sharp increase in daily and monthly generation rates of our customers who had a professional clean. These higher levels of efficiency may lead to huge savings on electricity bills and accelerated payback period during a span of one year.
Longer Panel Lifespan
Debris or dirty panels might develop an uneven heating referred to as the hot spots. This may be harmful to cells with time and it may lead to less life of panels. A professional solar panel cleaner does all the cleaning without harming the panel and hence over time there is no wear and tear.
Safety
Solar panels have to be cleaned at heights and most roofs are steep or slippery. The safety equipment, extending poles, purified water systems, and soft cleaning tools that are used by professionals are specific to solar panel cleaning. This will help remove the chance of injury to home owners and prevent accidental breakage of panels.
Warranty Protection
Other solar manufacturers either suggest or insist on frequent cleaning in order to retain a warranty. Hiring an expert will make sure that your investment is secure.
Better Aesthetics
Clean panels ensure a well-maintained and modern appearance of your property, which is significant not just to homeowners, but businesses, in particular, who need to create the appearance of a clean and environmentally-friendly organization.
Frequency of Hiring Solar Panel Cleaner?
In the Solar Dream we typically tend to suggest between one or two professional cleanings annually to most of the UK homes. Nevertheless, you might have more or less time to clean, depending on the surrounding:
Cities the more pollution the more accumulation.
- The countryside spring and summer have increased amounts of pollen.
- Coastal areas salt deposits augment the risks of corrosion.
- The houses with trees leaves, and sap and the birds.
- Solar farms or huge roofs business systems might require cleaning at the quarterly level.
- We are able to gauge your location and suggest a cleaning schedule that would ensure year-round optimum performance of your panels.
Why Solar Dream to maintain its solars?
It is well known that Solar Dream offers quality solar installation in the UK, but we do not stop serving our customers after the installation of the panes. We aspire to offer complete solar services comprising of advice and installation, cleaning, and maintenance in the long term.
The difference in our service is the following:
Solar Technology Knowledge.
Since we are installing PV systems every day, we know how they operate, areas of frequent breakages and the cleaning procedures which safeguard your PV investment.
Professional Cleaning Equipment.
Our systems only leave zero residue when using pure water, we have soft glass cleaning brushes that are solar-powered, and scratch and seal-damage prevention equipment.
Tailored Maintenance Plans
Every property is different. We analyse the angle of the roof, shade, surrounding conditions, and type of panel to suggest a cleaning strategy to produce an optimum energy output.
Full-Service Approach
Combine your cleaning business with system maintenance, inverter maintenance or battery maintenance. The mixture provides a smooth running of your complete solar ecosystem.
Customer Confidence and Continuous Satisfaction.
Solar Dream has established a reputation of transparency, reliability and constant care. This also means that our cleaning services not only build our long term relationship with every customer but also make sure that you are always maximizing your investment with your installation.
The Economic Costs of Clean Panels.
Most homeowners do not appreciate the economic gains of clean solar panels. A reduction of energy production by 20% would be hundreds of pounds of potential savings annually – much more than it would cost to employ a professional solar panel cleaner.
Dirty panels also cut the export earnings of customers on export tariffs. In thousands of pounds of lost value, this may accumulate over the years. Constant cleaning ensures that your system is always running at its peak and is always returning to you the returns you would expect.
Last Minute Reflections Maintain Your Solar Investment at its Optimum.
Solar panels are truly remarkable investment, as they provide clean energy, lower bills, and greater reliance on the increase in electricity costs. However, just like any other large home renovation, they need appropriate maintenance. The most important person to keep the solar panels in optimal conditions is a certified solar panel cleaner who will ensure that the panels last longer and further warrant your long-term investment.
At Solar Dream, not only do we offer installations, we also offer full support of your solar system lifetime. In the event that you need to maximize your energy production, warranties, and have your panels remain in ideal condition, then our cleaning and maintenance service would offer the best solution.
