Solar Panel Cleaning

Restore up to 30% of lost solar energy production with precision drone-based cleaning using laboratory-grade deionized water. No scaffolding. No roof access required.

The Hidden Cost of Dirty Solar Panels

South Florida's combination of coastal salt mist, high humidity, and subtropical pollen creates a persistent "bio-film" on solar panel surfaces that rain alone cannot remove. Research published by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) demonstrates that this soiling reduces energy output by 15–25% in moderate conditions and up to 30% in coastal environments—a finding corroborated by a 2023 peer-reviewed study in the journal Solar Energy that measured 22.4% average efficiency loss in subtropical coastal installations.

For a typical South Florida home with a 10kW solar system generating $250/month in energy savings, a 25% soiling loss means $750 in wasted energy every year. Over the 25-year warranted lifespan of modern panels, cumulative losses from inadequate cleaning can exceed $15,000—more than the cost of the panels themselves.

Our Solar Cleaning Process

Step 1

Output Baseline

We coordinate with your monitoring system to establish pre-cleaning energy output benchmarks.

Step 2

DI Water Wash

Laboratory-grade deionized water applied via drone at low pressure—zero mineral residue, zero surface contact.

Step 3

Thermal Scan

Post-clean infrared imaging identifies any hot-spots or underperforming cells for your records.

Step 4

Performance Report

Documented before/after efficiency data delivered with your Digital Compliance Certificate.

Why Drone-Based Solar Cleaning

Restore 15–30% Output

NREL data confirms soiled panels lose up to 30% efficiency. Professional DI water cleaning restores factory-spec output.

2–4 Month Payback

Service cost is typically recovered within 2–4 months through restored energy production for the average South Florida system.

Warranty Safe

Low-pressure DI water cleaning matches protocols recommended by SunPower, LG, and Panasonic—no warranty risk.

Thermal Diagnostics

Post-cleaning infrared imaging detects hot-spots and cell damage invisible to the naked eye.

No Roof Access Needed

Eliminates fall risk, tile damage, and the liability of manual cleaning crews walking on your roof.

Maintenance Scheduling

We provide recommended cleaning intervals based on your location, panel tilt, and local soiling conditions.

Solar Panel Cleaning Questions

How often should solar panels be cleaned in South Florida?

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) recommends cleaning solar panels every 6–12 months in coastal and high-humidity environments. In South Florida, where salt mist, pollen, and organic bio-film accumulate rapidly, we recommend every 6 months for optimal energy output.

Will cleaning scratch my solar panels?

No. Our drone system uses deionized water at low pressure with no physical contact with the panel surface. This preserves the anti-reflective coating that the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems identifies as critical for long-term panel efficiency. Manual cleaning with brushes or abrasive pads can damage this coating.

Can you clean panels on a tile or metal roof?

Yes. Because our drones operate without landing on the roof surface, we can clean panels on any roof type—tile, metal, flat, or shingle—without risk of damage. This is especially valuable for tile roofs where foot traffic frequently causes cracked or broken tiles.

Related Services

Drone Roof Cleaning Insurance Compliance

Stop Paying for Energy You're Not Getting

Use our free ROI calculator or request an aerial assessment of your solar array.

View ROI Calculator Request Property Audit