Solar Panel Cleaning & Tune-Up
Dust, pollen and ash cut production. Deionized water fixes that; we measure before and after.
Signs your system needs help
- Output dipped after fire season
- Grime or bird mess you can see
- A year or more since a cleaning
- Racking that's due for a look
How a service visit goes
- Record production first
- Deionized water, soft brushes, no chemicals
- Check connectors, conduit and roof penetrations
- Show you the before and after
What moves the price
- Inverter, wiring, panels or monitoring
- Roof access and panel count
- Parts still under manufacturer warranty
- Remove and reinstall: array size, roofer's schedule
Permits for solar work
Repairs usually skip the permit. Inverter swaps, remove-and-reinstall and added equipment typically need one, and some changes go to your utility. Fees are on the quote.
Brands we service
Brand names and logos are trademarks of their owners and are shown to identify the equipment we install and service. Chief Electric installs and services Enphase, Tesla, Qcells Q.HOME, SolarEdge and SMA equipment. Chief Electric is an independent contractor and is not affiliated with these manufacturers.
Solar service questions
How often should solar panels be cleaned?
Once a year here. More near farmland or after heavy smoke.
Does solar panel cleaning really help?
Yes, typically 5 to 15 percent. More after a rough fire season.
Do you charge for the visit?
Repairs start with a flat diagnostic fee, quoted when you book and waived on any repair over $500. Quotes for installs and upgrades are free.