Scare’m Hawk Kites keep the Pigeons and Seagull off your Solar Panels.
Solar Panels are a very good investment in terms of sustainable energy, but they may also attract some unwanted visitors such as Pigeons a Seagulls. Many of these birds roost on the Panels, leaving droppings that can axtually damage the surface and reduce the efficiency of the Panels. Though many different deterrent methods are available on the market, one rather creative and effective method is the use of Scare’m Hawk Kites. Here’s how you can utilize Hawk Kites to keep these pesky birds at bay.
- Choosing the Right Kites:
- You need to use the right type of kites, the ones that take the shape of Predators, such as Falcons and Hawks. These shapes give the birds the impression that they are under threat, hence deter them from approaching your solar panels. These kites have motions that create an impression of realism, further enhancing their effectiveness.
- Strategic Placement:
- Once you have your kites, start thinking about placement. You want to fly the kites over your solar panels, if possible, or anchor them nearby. You are trying to create a visual and physical presence that will make birds feel uneasy. They should be in a position where they can be in the sight of birds but not block the view of your solar panels. They also need to be moved quite regularly so that the Seagulls Pigeons and Rooks do not get used to them
- Using Movement:
- Birds are more likely to be deterred by kites capable of moving or swaying in the wind. Choose Hawk kites with some degree of mobility or flapping is also good. That is why the Scare’m Hawk has been designed to move without circling and the trailing edge of the wing will vibrate to create realism and noise. The less predictable their movements, the more natural they are likely to seem, and the more likely it will be to keep pigeons and seagulls off your Solar Panels.
- Variety and Change:
- The birds will get used to stationary deterrents in very little time. Changes in the positions of your kites from time to time, with sometimes a change in the type of kite, will keep them effective. Variability will leave them guessing and less likely to remain in the area. This is why we supply the colourful Delta Kite with the Scare’m Hawk Complete. A change is as good as a rest.
- Wind Conditions:
- For the Hawk and Delta kites to be effective, the right wind conditions are needed. When the winds are just about right to fly kites, they will be more dynamic and visible on those days. The great thing about the Scare’m Kites is that they are made of very high quality components including rip stop nylon and carbon fibre to allow them to fly in conditions from the lightest to the strongest wind conditions.
- Regular Maintenance:
- You should do periodic maintenance checks on bird scaring kites to maintain their effectiveness. Check for wear and tear, and replace any damaged kites as quickly as possible. A well-maintained Hawk or Delta kite offers a good consistent level of deterrence effect.
- Integration of Methods:
- Kites are undoubtedly one of the more effective ways to deter birds. However, combining with other methods could ensure maximum results from such bird deterrents. Bird spikes, reflective pieces, and sound machines work in tandem with kites to create an environment that is not conducive for pigeons and seagulls
In conclusion, Hawk Kites provide a unique, quiet and visually attractive way of discouraging pigeons and seagulls from landing or living around, under or near your solar panels. The right Hawk kites, in appropriate placement, can be kept very dynamic in keeping these birds away. It is not very difficult to keep your solar investment efficient and clean from challenges set forth by unwanted avian visitors, provided you apply some degree of creativity to accomplish just that.