Keep critters out from under your panels.
The warm, sheltered gap under solar panels is prime real estate for squirrels, pigeons, and nesting birds — and chewed wiring or nest debris can mean real damage. Critter guard closes that gap for good.
Why add critter guard to your solar array?
Colorado's squirrels and pigeons love the space under solar panels: it's warm, dry, and protected from hawks. Unfortunately, they chew wiring insulation, pack nesting material against hot components, and leave droppings that damage the roof. A properly installed mesh barrier stops the problem before it starts.
Protect Wiring & Production
Chewed conductors can cause faults, shutdowns, and expensive repairs. Guarding the array protects the wiring that keeps your system producing.
Protect Your Roof
Nesting debris traps moisture against shingles and droppings are corrosive. Keeping animals out helps your roof last.
Installed Without Damage
We use panel-safe clips — no drilling into frames that could void your panel warranty — fitted to your array's edges and contours.
Already have nests under your panels? We can clean out debris and inspect the wiring before sealing the array.
How critter guard installation works
It's a quick, tidy job for our crews — most homes are done in a single visit.
Array Inspection
We check under the panels for existing nests, droppings, and any wiring damage that needs attention first.
Cleanup & Repairs
If animals have already moved in, we remove nesting debris and repair any chewed or damaged wiring.
Mesh Installation
We fit galvanized mesh around the array perimeter with panel-safe clips — no drilling, no warranty impact.
Final Walkthrough
We verify the barrier is continuous, confirm the system is producing normally, and share photos of the finished work.
One visit now beats a wiring repair later.
Critter guard is one of the cheapest ways to protect a solar investment — especially before nesting season.
What kind of damage do critters actually cause?
Squirrels are the biggest offender in Colorado — they chew wire insulation, which can cause ground faults, blown fuses, and in serious cases arc risk. Pigeons pack nesting material under panels and leave corrosive droppings on the roof and the panels themselves.
The fix is far cheaper than the damage: a one-time mesh barrier that closes the gap between the panel edge and the roof.
Will it change how my system looks or works?
Barely. The mesh sits low around the array's perimeter and is nearly invisible from the ground — most neighbors will never notice it. It doesn't shade the panels or affect production.
We attach it with clips designed for solar frames rather than screws, so your panel warranty stays intact and the mesh can be removed for future service work.
Questions homeowners ask us
Straight answers about critter guard — no sales script, just what we tell our own neighbors.
How Seed Solar compares
Not all solar help is equal. Here's how a local, licensed solar specialist stacks up against national solar companies and general electricians.
| What matters | Seed SolarLocal Colorado specialists | National solar companies | General electricians |
|---|---|---|---|
| Locally owned in Colorado | Locally owned and operated in Colorado | Often headquartered out of state | May be local, but not solar-focused |
| Licensed solar specialists | Licensed and insured — solar is what we do | Work is often subcontracted | General wiring, not PV-specific |
| Insurance-certified detach & reset | Estimates carriers can approve | Rarely a core service | Rarely offered |
| Warranty coverage | 25-yr panel & inverter, 15-yr workmanship | Varies by company and contract | Typically labor warranty only |
| Transparent pricing | You see exactly what your system costs | Financing can include dealer fees | Fair rates, limited solar scope |
| Utility & permit paperwork handled | Permits, interconnection, and rebates handled | Varies by company | Often left to the homeowner |
| A real person when you call | Talk to the local team that did the work | Support is often a national call center | Reachable, but solar issues may be referred out |
Hearing scratching on the roof?
Get a free critter guard quote — we'll inspect your array, handle any cleanup, and seal it up in one visit.
Locally owned and operated in Colorado. Fully licensed and insured. Curious about the numbers first? Try our solar savings calculator or see ways to pay for solar.