FAQs
What you need to know about caring for your solar panels
Isn't the rain enough to clean my solar panels?
Will Australian Solar Care cleaning my solar panels affect my warranty?
Will cleaning affect the water quality in my rainwater tanks?
Could I clean my solar panels myself?
Did You Know...
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General pollution, traffic dust, dirt, salt residue, bird droppings or the like, can reduce the efficiency of your solar panels by up to 25%.
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Solar Panels typically consist of solar cells covered by a protective glass coating, and just like your car windshield, the amount of time it’s outside exposed to the elements, the more likely it will get dirty and need to be cleaned.
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Solar Panel manufacturers recommend cleaning your solar panels every six months, or if in a coastal area, more frequently to maximise the efficiency of your solar panel system and maintain your warranty.
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Working at heights is inherently dangerous and Australian statistics show that deaths caused by falling from heights is on the rise (ABS Index 3303.0 – Causes of Death, Australia 2011).
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Our professionals are trained to work safely at heights, follow a Safety Procedure/Work Instruction, are EWP Licenced and insured, giving you peace of mind with the solar panel cleaning services we provide!