Specialist Solar Panel Bird Proofing
Basingstoke
DKG Solar Panel Proofing are a small family company, covering Basingstoke and the rest of Central Southern England for all types of solar panel bird proofing. Our technicians are qualified to a minimum of RSPH Level 2, members of Basis Prompt CPD and we are insured for £5 million.
All solar panel bird proofing is carried out in strict accordance with the General Licence issued by DEFRA.
Our specialist solar panel bird proofing kits are designed to stop pigeons and other pests from accessing underneath the solar panel systems where they love to nest.
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Our solar proofing kits are installed without any need for drilling, screwing, or glueing which would void any remaining warranty.
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All kits are securely fitted to the solar panel frames with UV stabilized clips.
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All joints are secured with stainless steel straps
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We provide a full 10-year guarantee with all solar proofing installations.
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You can easily remove a solar panel while our solar proofing remains in place which makes maintenance easy.
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We provide a no obligation, free written quote within 24 hours.
For advice about Solar Panel Bird Proofing in Basingstoke or to request a FREE quote call now!
Key Info
Quick Installation
DKG Solar Panel Bird Proofing installs bird proofing on hundreds of properties each year, we carry a large stock of solar panel bird proofing materials so we can respond quickly to enquiries. Often able to carry out the installation the the same week.
High Quality
Materials
DKG Solar Panel Bird Proofing only uses the highest quality materials all purchased from leading global solar proofing suppliers, all of the clip fittings are UV stabilised and the wire mesh is 25mmx25mm 16-gauge galvanised mesh.
No drilling
required
All of our solar panel bird proofing installations are completely non-invasive! We do not screw or glue anything on to the solar panels or the rails, this can cause damage to the solar panels and invalidates the solar panels warranty!
10 Year warranty
Due to the quality of the materials we use we are proud to offer a full 10 year guarantee with all solar panel bird proofing work carried out, giving you complete peace of mind that your investment is protected.
Quick Gallery
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Gallery
We can provide a number of different solar panel bird proofing kits, all of which are completely non-invasive! We will never glue on to or screw into your solar panels.
We have a choice of black and silver wire for you to choose from, if you look at our image gallery or visit our Facebook Page you can see lot of images of our work.
Service
Area
DKG Solar Panel Proofing supply and install specialist solar panel bird proofing to domestic and commercial clients throughout the South Of England.
Mainly covering Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Kent and Essex.
We are have a great reputation for Solar Panel Proofing so our service area has been spreading rapidly.
our Reputation
A large proportion of our work comes from local recommendations, either clients who have had their solar panels pigeon proofed by us recommending us to other local residents, or on local Facebook groups.
We try to keep our social media pages regularly updated and current. Our Facebook page has a lot of pictures of recent solar panel pigeon proofing work we have carried out, so it's well worth heading over there to check it out!
Stop Pigeons Nesting Under Your Solar Panels!
Our solar panel bird proofing solutions are guaranteed to work!
What risks are present if I don't stop the pigeons nesting under my solar panels?
Pigeons defecate (a lot) and the faecal matter can build up very quickly overflowing from the gutters! Obviously solar panels are most effective when in direct sunlight (south facing) which is where developers try and layout their properties with a south facing garden, meaning the solar panels are usually installed on the rear elevation of the roof right above the patio!
The pigeon's droppings can literally cascade down the roof and all other the patio, patio furniture and other regularly used areas. This not only poses a risk of contracting a disease the pigeons may be carrying but also presents a high risk of slipping, this is a serious concern for the elderly and for employers. Below is a list of some of the disease feral pigeons are known to transmit.
Diseases Transmitted by
Feral Pigeons
Pigeons defecate (a lot) and the faecal matter can build up very quickly overflowing from the gutters! Obviously solar panels are most effective when in direct sunlight (south facing) which is where developers try and layout their properties with a south facing garden, meaning the solar panels are usually installed on the rear elevation of the roof right above the patio!
The pigeon's droppings can literally cascade down the roof and all other the patio, patio furniture and other regularly used areas. This not only poses a risk of contracting a disease the pigeons may be carrying but also presents a high risk of slipping, this is a serious concern for the elderly and for employers.
Below is a list of some of the disease feral pigeons are known to transmit.
Salmonella - is a bacterium that can be found where feral pigeons defecate. It can then lead to fevers including Salmonellosis and Paratyphoid fever.
Psittacosis - also called pigeon fancier's lung. The infection can be transmitted by inhaling the bacteria from dried droppings or handling feathers of infected pigeons.
Fowl pest - more commonly known as fowl plague or Newcastle disease. This virus can be transmitted to people when they’re exposed to faecal matter and other excretions from infected pigeons.
Escherichia coli - This is mainly spread by seagulls, however it can lead to illnesses such as gastro-enteritis and septicaemia.
Fungal infections - include Histoplasmosis and Cryptococcosis and are carried within bird droppings.
Secondary Pests
Associated with Feral Pigeons
If feral pigeons are not stopped from nesting under your solar panels their numbers can grow very quickly, this can lead to many nests under the solar panels which can be infested with a huge variety of insect pests. These can include:
Ticks - The European pigeon tick, or Argas reflexus, is a parasite hosted by urban pigeons. These ticks can bite humans, resulting in a gamut of reactions from local (eg, itching, erythema, and edema) to systemic (eg, IgE-mediated anaphylaxis).
Fleas - Human infestation by pigeon fleas (Ceratophyllus columbae) from feral pigeons is possible when the fleas can make their way into the property via the loft.
Louse Flies - Some louse flies even exhibit distinct preferences for a particular species of bird and are regularly found on Pigeons. Louse flies (hippoboscids) will bite humans when given no other choice of host, and their bites are definitely itchy.
Mites - Bird mites don't present much of a health risk for humans, the biggest concern is with the bites. These can become skin lesions and lead to dermatitis. Generally, bird mites do not thrive on human hosts, but the bites can become infected due to scratching. Bird mites are one of the most common infestations we see caused by pigeons nesting under solar panels, and it is very distressing for the client.
Carpet Beetles - Carpet beetles are one of the most common textile pests in the UK, these will infest any natural textiles such as wool or silk. They often cause damage to carpet directly under the loft hatch or on the stairs where they've made their way into the loft from under the solar panels!
Fur Beetles - These are another textile pest very similar to the Carpet beetle but will infest fur's or taxidermy.
Biscuit Beetles - Biscuit beetles are probably the most common stored product pest in the UK, these will infest dry stored foods such as corn, pasta or rice. Once you have an infestation, finding the food source can be troublesome!
Clothes Moths - Clothes moths are another textile pest which most people will have heard of at some point, again the larvae stage of these moths can cause a huge amount of damage to any natural textiles such as wool.
