Specialist pure water & targeted lichen treatments

Solar glass features delicate anti-reflective (AR) coatings that require expert care. For routine maintenance, we use 100% manufacturer-compliant, pH-neutral cleaning agents (Solar Wash & Protect) combined with de-ionised pure water that dries completely streak-free. 

When dealing with mature white or black lichen spots—which water alone can never remove—we apply specialized SolarClean Pro biocide dwell treatments. This breaks down organic root systems at a microscopic level without harsh mechanical force or dangerous scraping.

Before After

Solar Care

Standard Maintenance Clean

£ 150
for first 10 panels
  • +£8 per panel after first 10 panels
  • 100% Manufacturer Warranty Compliant
  • Pure water & pH-neutral Solar Wash & Protect
  • Cleans glass, frames, pollen, road film & light bird dirt
  • Ideal for routine cleans every 12 months
  • 15% OFF repeat Solar Care cleans within 18 months of any previous service

Solar Restore

Deep Lichen Restoration

£ 250
for first 10 panels
  • +£15 per panel after first 10 panels
  • Instant, same-day lichen removal during our visit
  • 100% Bleach-Free & Scraper-Free (protects glass AR coatings)
  • Specialist biocide dwell treatment (SolarClean Pro)
  • Zero-shadow deep scrub & pure water flush
  • Required for neglected panels (may affect glass warranty)

Solar Restore & Protect

Total Restoration & Shield

£ 295
for first 10 panels
  • +£18 per panel after first 10 panels
  • Includes full Solar Restore deep clean
  • 100% Bleach-Free & Scraper-Free process
  • Hydrophobic "Solar Shield" protective seal coat
  • Anti-static barrier repels rain spots, dust & bird dirt
  • Our Flagship Package — Best Long-Term Value
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18-Month Repeat Clean Guarantee: Book a repeat Solar Care maintenance clean within 18 months of any initial service (Care, Restore, or Protect) and save 15% OFF the active website price at the time of your clean!

Please note: Package prices are an initial guide. We manually review every submission to check access, reachability, and site conditions before confirming your final quote.

Keeping Cambridge solar panels working at peak yield

Soaring energy costs make solar PV a vital investment for Cambridge homes and local businesses. However, atmospheric grime, road film, bird droppings, and stubborn lichen create micro-shading on the glass—cutting energy output by 15% to 25%.

Standard rainwater won’t shift baked-on dirt or biological growth. At Clean It Cambridge, we restore your system’s efficiency using pure water wash systems and HSE-approved biocide treatments, safely returning your array to peak generation without risking property damage.

Platform safety over risky ladder setups

Traditional cleaning methods often involve leaning heavy extension ladders directly against fragile plastic gutters or walking across delicate roof tiles—creating severe fall risks, cracked tiles, and gutter damage.

We prioritize total site safety. For two-story domestic homes and commercial buildings, we work from secure mobile platforms or utilize ground-operated, ultra-lightweight carbon poles extending up to 45 feet. Operating from a stable platform eliminates weight on your gutters, protects your roof structure, and ensures full compliance with UK Work at Height safety standards.

Cleaning a residential solar panel array from the ground. A long telescopic window cleaning pole is used along with pure water for the best results

Why choose Clean It for your solar panels?

  • Safety First: We use mobile scaffold towers and ground-reach carbon poles—no leaning ladders on your gutters or walking on your roof tiles.

  • High-Reach Capability: Safely clean arrays up to 45 feet high, including awkward two- and three-story townhouses.

  • Specialist Chemistry: HSE-approved treatments that dissolve stubborn lichen without damaging glass or surrounding roof materials.

  • Fully Insured: Covered by £5m Public Liability Insurance for residential homes and commercial sites.

  • Satisfaction Guarantee: All work is backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee—if you notice any missed spots, we return and sort it out immediately.

  • Instant, Same-Day Results: Traditional biocide washes can take 3 to 6 months of rain to slowly breakdown lichen, leaving your generation hindered for months. Our specialist SolarClean Pro treatment and soft-agitation process dissolves biological bonds instantly—delivering complete, visible lichen removal before we leave your site.

  • 100% Bleach-Free (Sodium Hypochlorite Free): Cheap contractors and general pressure-washers frequently use industrial bleach. Bleach degrades rubber panel seals, corrodes aluminum frame anodization, and leaves toxic runoff on roof tiles. Our chemistry is purpose-formulated for solar PV glass safety.

  • Scraper-Free Glass Protection: Scraping lichen with blades or harsh abrasives micro-scratches delicate anti-reflective (AR) glass coatings, causing permanent hot-spotting. We chemically loosen lichen roots at a microscopic level, allowing gentle bristle agitation to lift them cleanly off the glass.

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Most general cleaners face a double trap: standard pure water leaves lichen intact, slow-acting softwash products take up to 6 months to break down growth, and aggressive operators use harsh bleach or razor scrapers that strip anti-reflective (AR) coatings and corrode panel frames.

We use SolarClean Pro—a specialized biocide formulation engineered specifically for solar glass. It rapidly breaks down biological adhesion during a brief dwell period on-site, allowing us to gently agitate and rinse away mature white and black lichen on the day, completely bleach-free and without scratching your glass.

Solar Care (Standard Clean): No. Our routine maintenance uses 100% manufacturer-compliant pure de-ionised water and pH-neutral solutions (Solar Wash & Protect). This adheres strictly to warranty guidelines set by major panel manufacturers like Longi, Canadian Solar, and Trina.

Solar Restore & Protect Packages (Restoration Cleans): Specialized biocide treatments (SolarClean Pro) are only necessary when panels have been left uncleaned for long periods, allowing mature white and black lichen to root into the glass. Because pure water alone cannot dissolve established lichen, chemical intervention is required to stop permanent glass etching and recover lost energy generation. We only proceed with restoration treatments with your explicit consent.

Yes! Any customer who books a repeat Solar Care maintenance clean within 18 months of a previous service (whether Solar Care, Solar Restore, or Solar Restore & Protect) receives a 15% discount off our current website price at the time of their repeat clean.

Leaning ladders against plastic or metal gutters can easily cause crushing, snapping, or gutter realignment. A mobile platform provides a stable, safe working platform that eliminates all weight on your gutters while keeping our team fully protected under UK safety regulations.

For standard residential installations, a clean every 12 to 18 months maintains optimal performance. Arrays situated near agricultural fields, heavy tree cover, or bird roosting spots benefit from annual cleaning.

We can reach up to 45 feet from the ground!

Yes! We know how to clean solar panels safely. We use special tools with insulated sections for maximum security.

We are based in Comberton and offer solar panel cleaning all around Cambridge and the villages to the West of Cambridge.

For larger, commercial solar panel cleaning contracts we will travel throughout all of South Cambridgeshire.

We are a professional company and are insured for all the work we carry out to cover us in case there were any damages to the public or your property.

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