How to Stop Pigeons Nesting on Your Roof or Solar Panels in Ashford
Pigeons can be more than just a nuisance — they can cause property damage, messy droppings, and noisy disruptions, especially around solar panels, chimneys, and flat roofs.
This guide from Pest-Mate Pest Control covers how to safely remove pigeons and protect your home or business from future infestations.
Why Are Pigeons Nesting on Your Roof?
- Solar panels offer warmth and shelter
- Pigeons look for safe, elevated nesting spots
- They return to the same nesting sites year after year
Risks of a Pigeon Infestation
- Acidic droppings damage roof tiles and solar panels
- Disease risks from droppings, mites, and bacteria
- Clogged gutters and downpipes from nesting material
- Noise and disturbance, especially in early mornings
How to Get Rid of Pigeons and Keep Them Away
- Solar panel mesh installation
- Bird spikes for ledges, chimneys, and sills
- Netting for covered courtyards or commercial units (Contact for quote)
- Guano cleaning and sanitising
- Fake owls or reflective tape (only works short-term)
- Loud noises or water spray (pigeons adapt quickly)
👉 Pest-Mate provides discreet pigeon control for both homes and businesses across Ashford and rural Kent.
How to Prevent Pigeons Returning
- Install mesh around solar panels
- Block ledges or nesting areas with spikes
- Clear food waste or bird feed near the property
- Maintain roof tiles, gutters, and chimneys
FAQs
❓Can pigeons damage solar panels?
Yes — their droppings are corrosive and reduce panel efficiency. Nesting can block airflow.
❓Is pigeon control legal?
Yes, but must be done humanely and under wildlife law. Pest-Mate follows all regulations.
❓Will pigeons come back?
Without proofing, they often return. They have strong homing instincts.
Need Pigeon Control in Ashford? Call Pest-Mate
We offer solar panel mesh fitting, roof proofing, and guano cleaning for homes and businesses.
- 📍 Covering Ashford, Kennington, Kingsnorth, and more