We were happy to set up Southland Solar and Home with everything they needed for a high-quality squirrel-proofing of a customer home near Pensacola, FL. Here’s some nice footage they took of the installation: “The tools you sent over were a HUGE help on this tile roof job. We were able to give the customer a […]
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Information for solar PV maintenance professionals
Protecting your solar installation from birds and other pests is essential, even on standing-seam metal roofs where critter problems might seem less common. Here are some tips we’ve learned from our own experience as well as that of our professional installer customers. Key Considerations for Critter Guard Installation on Metal Roofs Avoid Direct Metal Contact […]
We’re no rock band, but we did just finish up a tour. Our tools were used for a solar install on a Texas home showcased on The American Solar Energy Society‘s 28th Annual National Solar Tour. The beautifully done, clean install by Slick Tools customer GRID Solar and Electric is a shining example of what […]
We crunch the numbers on pest-related maintenance costs of solar PV; and share a model that homeowners, installers and investors can use to calculate their own risk.
Getting a tight, critter-proof seal around your PV array is easier said than done! See photos of common mistakes and learn how to handle tricky racking and roof types (did someone say tiles?)
Learn why animal guard often fails at the corners of a PV array, and what to do about it!
When deciding how to protect a solar PV system from pest incursion, it’s helpful to understand exactly what’s at stake. We dig into the most common forms of damage seen in the field, complete with juicy photos!
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Introducing: The Forge
Let’s work together to improve the Solar Industry. The Forge is your opportunity to partner with Slick Tools to create the solutions that will drive our industry forward. Whether you’re a solar professional that just has an idea for a tool, or you already have a prototype, we’ve got you covered! Our Founder, Marshall, left […]