Solar panel cleaning in Reedley, CA

Reedley gets plenty of sun, which is why so many roofs here carry solar panels. The same dry weather also brings dust. Panels close to orchards, packing operations, row crops and dirt roads can pick up a visible film in a hurry, especially during harvest and on windy days. Spring pollen leaves a sticky coat, and since the summer usually passes with little rain, there is nothing to wash it off. A dirty array has to work harder for the same output. Fire season can add a layer of ash on top, and bird droppings block light in concentrated spots.

We clean panels the careful way. Many have a coating on the glass that can be scratched by abrasive pads or harmed by high-pressure spray, so we use soft brushes and purified water. Purified water has its minerals removed, so it dries without the spots that hose water leaves behind. Where we can, we work from the ground with a water-fed pole; otherwise we access the roof carefully. No harsh chemicals are involved. We also check under and around the array for leaves, nesting debris and anything else that has collected.

That last look matters, because pigeons love the shaded gap under panels. If we find birds nesting, we can pair the cleaning with bird proofing in the same trip. Reedley has farms and agricultural properties as well as houses, and we clean ground-mount arrays and carports along with rooftop systems. For larger or dustier sites, we can talk through a cleaning schedule that fits how quickly your panels get dirty. Ducky’s is based in Fresno and Clovis, licensed and insured, and open 5am to 10pm, seven days a week. Estimates are free, and every job carries our 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are unsure how dirty yours are, we are glad to take a look and tell you honestly.