How To Get Rid of Pigeons Who Are Nesting Under Solar Panels

Solar panels are a great option for homes and businesses that are environmentally conscious and want to save some pennies in the long run. However, an unexpected consequence of their installation is solar panels make an ideal home for pigeons.

With the growing demand for solar panels across homes and businesses in Yorkshire, the number of pigeon-related pest control enquiries has seen an increase. MJ Backhouse has put together a guide on how to get rid of the so-called flying rodents thanks to our years of industry experience.

Solar panels provide an enticing site for pigeons looking for shelter and a safe place to build a nest. The roof is sheltered under the protective canopy of solar panels, keeping birds safe from the elements and predators.

Pigeons will quickly discover that a roof with solar panels is the ideal location for building their nest and rearing their young.

Unfortunately, this can lead to a build-up of pigeon waste that can be very difficult to remove without damaging the property.

How to Prevent Pigeons from Nesting Under Solar Panels

Pigeons will hunt out a nesting location that’s close to a food source – and they can find a food source almost anywhere. Here are a few measures you can take to prevent a bird problem from happening:

• Pest control experts can install preventative measures like bird netting, spring wires or spikes which are designed to prevent pigeons from gaining access to your solar panels
• Ensure your roof is kept tidy and that there are no possible food sources, particularly if you have a flat roof
• Keep your garden and the area surrounding your property clean and free of waste or food scraps
• Clean up garden materials such as twigs and leaves close to your property to prevent pigeons using them as nesting materials
• Avoid storing pet food outside and keep it in sealed containers if necessary
• Don’t leave rubbish bags outside and make sure your bins have securely fitted lids

If you have a problem with nuisance birds nesting on your roof, or if you’ve recently had solar panels installed and are looking at how to prevent a pigeon issue from occurring, solar panel bird proofing measures should be taken.

Do Solar Panels Attract Pigeons?

The short answer is yes. Pigeons, along with other birds like solar panels for a variety of reasons, with one of the main factors being where they are located.

Birds want to find high-up viewpoints to scout out food and water and solar panels are ideally located on top of roofs to do this.

They also provide shelter from harsh weather, as pigeons build their nests on the underside of the solar panels.