Solar Panel Cleaning in Temuka – Clearing Tree Debris for Better Performance

At Eco Solar Clean, we recently completed a residential solar panel clean in Temuka, South Canterbury. This job involved a six-month-old home built at the back of an existing property. A smart use of space, but one that came with a few unexpected challenges for the new solar system.

Before the clean

Leaves and tree debris will affect the performance of your solar panels

Tree Debris Blocking Performance

The house is surrounded by large established trees, which provide great shade and street appeal, but also contribute a steady drop of leaves, twigs, and organic debris onto the rooftop solar panels. In just a short time, this debris had built up, blocking sunlight and reducing the efficiency of the system.

While solar panels are designed to be low-maintenance, buildup from trees can significantly impact output, especially when left untreated. Wet leaves and decaying matter can also lead to moss and mould growth, which further reduces performance over time.

An noticeable improvement in performance within an hour

The Cleaning Process

We carefully removed all debris using soft brushes and pure deionised water, ensuring a thorough clean without damaging the panels. Our eco-friendly process is safe for both the solar system and the environment, leaving no chemical residue behind.

Within an hour, the panels were back to looking like new, with nothing standing between them and the sun.

Leaves and tree debris being removed by the soft brush

A Noticeable Improvement

The homeowner contacted us just a few days later to say they had already noticed a considerable improvement in solar output. This kind of feedback is exactly why we do what we do—clean panels mean more power, lower electricity costs, and a longer life for your solar investment.

Clean panels, vs uncleaned panels

Residential Solar Cleaning in Temuka and Beyond

Whether you’ve just built a new home or have had your system for years, it’s important to check for dirt, leaves, and other environmental debris. Eco Solar Clean provides professional, affordable solar panel cleaning services across Temuka and the wider South Canterbury region.

Solar panels after the clean

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