A soft brush, telescopic pole and gentle cleaner for solar panels you can safely reach from the ground, such as ground mounts and low carports. Never for use on a roof.
$149 (Kit), including GST.
SKU: BES-SHOP-07
Brand: Blue Energy Solar
Pack size: Kit
Form: Supply
Categories: Ground-Mounted & Carport Arrays
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Dust, pollen, bird droppings and leaf litter can build up on solar panels, especially on ground-mounted arrays near paddocks, gravel roads or trees, and on low carports. Rain removes much of it, but stubborn grime can reduce output. This kit lets you clean panels that you can reach safely while standing on the ground.
It suits ground-mounted systems on farms and acreage, and carports or pergolas where the whole panel surface can be reached with the pole while your feet stay on solid ground. If you would need to stretch, lean out or stand on anything to reach, those panels are not suitable for this kit.
The kit is $149, our current indicative list price, confirmed when you place your request.
What's included
A soft, non-abrasive brush head suited to glass panel surfaces
A telescopic pole for reaching across ground-mounted and low carport arrays from the ground
A gentle, panel-safe cleaning concentrate for use with water
Simple written instructions for safe cleaning
Advice from our team on how often cleaning is worthwhile at your site
Why Blue Energy Solar
We would rather you clean less often and safely than more often and at risk. That is why this kit is only for panels reachable from the ground. Never climb onto a roof, a ladder or a carport roof to clean panels. Falls from roofs cause serious injuries, and walking on panels can crack cells. Roof-mounted arrays should always be cleaned by our professional Solar Panel Cleaning service, which uses proper safety equipment.
Recommended for
Owners of ground-mounted arrays and low carport or pergola panels who want to remove dust and droppings safely while standing on the ground.
Clean in the early morning or late afternoon, when panels are cool. Cold water on hot glass can stress it, and cleaner dries too quickly in the sun.
Use only the soft brush, the gentle cleaner and low-pressure water. Never use abrasive pads, harsh detergents or high-pressure washers.
Keep water away from cable connectors, junction boxes and electrical equipment.
If a panel is cracked, damaged or has exposed wiring, do not touch it; request a service visit instead.
Check your panel manufacturer's cleaning guidance so warranty conditions are respected.
Mains water and rainwater are usually fine; very hard bore water can leave a residue.
Directions
1. Request the kit and confirm your panels can be reached from the ground.
2. We confirm your request and arrange supply of the kit.
3. Read the instructions and choose a cool time of day to clean.
4. Rinse, brush gently with diluted cleaner and rinse again, always from the ground.
5. For roof panels or stubborn soiling, request our professional cleaning service.
Warnings
This kit is only for panels that can be reached while standing on the ground; it must not be used from roofs, ladders or elevated structures.
Follow the included instructions and your panel manufacturer's cleaning guidance.
Damage caused by abrasive products, high-pressure water or walking on panels may not be covered by panel warranties.
Do not clean damaged panels or electrical equipment; request a service visit instead.
The listed price applies at the time of your request, and delivery options depend on your location.
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on the site. Panels near dusty roads, paddocks, cropping, trees or bird roosts may benefit from cleaning a few times a year, while others stay reasonably clean with rain. Watch your monitoring: if output drops on clear days compared with similar days after rain, soiling may be the cause. Cleaning when it is not needed adds wear without benefit.
Only if you can reach every part of the panel surface with your feet on solid ground and without a ladder. For almost all roof-mounted arrays that is not possible, so do not try, and never climb onto the roof. Our professional cleaning service uses proper safety equipment, and professional panel cleaning typically costs $150-$300.
No. Household detergents can leave a residue that attracts dust, and some can harm anti-reflective coatings or seals. High-pressure water can force moisture past seals and into junction boxes, and can damage the panel surface. Use the gentle cleaner in the kit, a soft brush and low-pressure water, and follow the panel manufacturer's cleaning guidance.
For gentle cleaning of intact panels from the ground, you usually do not need to shut the system down, but keep water away from connectors, cables and the inverter. If a panel is cracked, a cable is damaged or you see scorch marks, do not touch anything and request a service visit. Electrical fault finding and repairs are for our licensed electricians.
Delivery Options
Service area & scheduling
Where we work
Sydney and a radius of roughly 200 km: Newcastle, the Central Coast, Wollongong, the Southern Highlands, the Blue Mountains, Bathurst, Orange, Lithgow, Goulburn and the Canberra region.
Timing
Usually supplied within 1-2 weeks of your request.
How your request works
Send your request and our team contacts you to schedule the service at a time that suits you.
All electrical work is carried out by licensed electricians; solar and battery design and installation by SAA-accredited installers.
Blue Energy Solar is a New Energy Tech Approved Seller and holds $20 million public liability cover.
