Solar Panel Cleaning in West Lake Hills
A solar array in West Lake Hills spends its life under cedar pollen and limestone dust, and every layer of that is output you paid for and are not getting. Here is what cleaning does and does not do.
Why panels lose output
Dust and pollen scatter light before it reaches the cell. The loss is gradual, so nobody notices until they compare a month to the same month last year. Bird mess is worse, because it blocks a cell completely and the array works around it.
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What's included
- Pure water washing of all exterior glass
- Detailing of edges and corners so no drips are left behind
- Wiping of exterior frames and sills
- Ladder and extension pole work for second-story and high windows
- Treatment of light hard water spots where the glass allows it
How panels are cleaned
Pure water and a soft brush on a pole, from the ground or from a ladder at the eaves. No detergent, which can leave a film that attracts more dust, and no pressure, which can force water past the seals.
What West Lake Hills glass is up against
Hillside elevations mean a lot of glass faces east over the city and catches the morning sun, which shows up every mark. These are the panes that need a proper finish, not a quick wipe.
- Heavy oak canopy
- Mature live oaks drop pollen, sap and leaf litter onto glass and sills all year, and sap needs scraping rather than soap.
- East-facing morning sun
- Low sun across a wall of glass shows every streak, so these elevations get hand-detailed edges.
What we will not do
We do not walk on roofs, and we do not touch wiring, inverters or mounting. If an array can only be reached by walking the roof, that is a job for a solar contractor, not us.
Working in West Lake Hills
Almost every house on this side of the river sits on a slope, which means the window you most want clean is usually the one two storeys above a terraced garden. We work off poles and ladders rather than scaffolding, and we take the time to protect planting and stonework on the way. Rollingwood streets are tighter, so we park once and carry in.
What it costs
We do not price West Lake Hills work from a table. We look at the property, count the glass, check the access, then give you a written price with no obligation. Your card is charged after the work is done, not before.
Westlake streets and neighborhoods
- Rollingwood
- Westlake Highlands
- Davenport Ranch
- Rob Roy
- Lost Creek
- Cuernavaca
- Treemont
- Camelot
- Eanes
Solar Panel Cleaning in West Lake Hills — common questions
Does cleaning solar panels actually improve output?
Yes, where dust, pollen or bird mess has built up. The dirtier the array, the bigger the difference.
How often should panels be cleaned?
Once or twice a year suits most arrays here, more after a heavy cedar season.
Do you use chemicals?
No. Pure water and a soft brush. Detergent leaves a film that collects more dust.
Will you walk on my roof to reach them?
No. We work from the ground or a ladder at the eaves. If that will not reach, we will say so.
Do you touch the wiring or inverter?
No. We clean the glass surface only. Anything electrical is for your solar contractor.
Do you cover my street in West Lake Hills?
We work across West Lake Hills regularly, including Rollingwood, Westlake Highlands, Davenport Ranch and the surrounding streets. Call or text (512) 200-2160 with your address and we will confirm straight away.
Who provides solar panel cleaning in West Lake Hills, TX?
Squeaky Clean Window Washing, locally owned and operated by Kyle Taylor and based in the Lake Travis area. Fully insured, with free written estimates.
Get a free estimate in West Lake Hills
Tell us a little about your home and we will be in touch to arrange a free, no-obligation estimate.
- Call or text us!(512) 200-2160
- Emailkyle@squeakycleanatx.com