Solar & Batteries

10 Solar Panel Maintenance Tips for UK Homes

Published 5 Jun 2026

What this video covers

Keep your system running at peak output for its full 25-year lifespan.

Solar panels have no moving parts, so they rarely break. But a small build-up of dirt, shading from a new tree, or a failing inverter can silently cut your electricity generation without you noticing. From Axiom Eco Homes.

In this video

  1. 0:00 Intro
  2. 0:15 10. Check panels visually every three months
  3. 0:25 9. Let rain do the cleaning for most roofs
  4. 0:37 8. Schedule a manual clean for low-tilt panels
  5. 0:48 7. Trim overhanging branches annually
  6. 1:00 6. Monitor your inverter display weekly
  7. 1:12 5. Clear snow only with a roof rake
  8. 1:23 4. Inspect bird-proofing mesh every spring
  9. 1:36 3. Record your generation data monthly
  10. 1:46 2. Schedule a professional service every two years
  11. 1:58 1. Never walk on panels or use abrasive tools
  12. 2:10 Where to start