Solar panel cleaning is a service requiring specialist knowledge and equipment.
We are experienced solar panel cleaners operating in Leeds providing a high quality service at affordable prices.
Solar panels collect solar power from the sun and actively convert that energy to electricity so anything that blocks the solar power will affect the performance of the solar panels.
How To Clean Solar Panels
Solar panels should be cleaned with pure water and NO detergents or abrasive materials used
Rainwater alone will simply not clean solar panels. Rainwater contains airborne dust particles that will settle and attach to the surface after the water has evaporated. This can, if left, lead to algae build up.
No detergents are used to ensure that no damage is caused to the solar cells and a special soft bristled solar panel brush will be used with pure water. Detergents also leave a sticky residue which attracts dirt and dust.
Even tap water from a hose contains minerals which leave behind hard water deposits which can block the sun meaning panels work less effectively.
Experts agree that dirty solar panels do not produce as much power as clean panels. That loss may range as high as 25% in some areas according to the National Renewable Energy laboratory.
