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TC Polished Windows

Solar panel cleaning in the Tri‑Cities, WA area.

Dust, pollen, and bird droppings cut your panel output. We do the climbing so you don't have to — RODI water-fed pole, no panel-walking, no scratches.

You've probably noticed…

Why people end up here.

  • The energy bills creeping up despite the panels being there.

  • The dust line on the array you can see from the ground after a windy week.

  • The bird droppings on the south-facing panels — those don't rinse off in the rain.

  • Knowing you should probably have them cleaned but not knowing who does it.

  • Not climbing on the roof yourself — and not wanting whoever does to be walking across your panels.

What's included

Everything in the price.

  • Roof-safe access — RODI water-fed pole, no foot traffic on the panels
  • RODI water rinse (reverse osmosis + deionized) — no mineral spotting on the cells
  • Bird droppings and pollen lifted, not just rinsed past
  • Soft-bristle brush head appropriate for tempered solar glass
  • Visible mounting / wiring concerns flagged with a photo and a description

How we work

Start to finish.

  1. Tell us about the system

    Array size, roof pitch, and what the panels are mounted to. Photos help — especially of the panels themselves and the roof access path.

  2. We schedule and arrive on time

    Pick a window that works for you. We show up when we said we'd show up.

  3. We clean off the panels, not on them

    Water-fed pole and a soft-bristle head do the work — typically from the roof, sometimes from a ladder depending on layout. RODI water rinses spot-free. We don't walk on the array.

  4. The come-back guarantee

    If you spot anything we missed within 7 days, we come back at no charge.

FAQ

Common questions.

  • How often should solar panels be cleaned?

    Most Tri-Cities homes do well on an annual schedule, with a second pass after wildfire season if it was a bad year for smoke. Heavier tree cover or nearby agriculture (dust, pollen, bird traffic) can push you to twice a year.

  • Will cleaning actually improve my output?

    Yes, but how much depends on how dirty the panels were and how shaded your roof is. Heavy soiling can cut output 10-25%. Light dust is closer to 3-5%. We'll give you a realistic read after we see the array.

  • Do you walk on the panels?

    No. We use a water-fed pole — typically working from the roof, sometimes from a ladder depending on layout. Walking on panels can crack cells under the glass — the damage doesn't always show up until output drops months later.

  • Can pressure washing damage the panels?

    Yes. So can the wrong soap or scrubbing tool. Solar panels need low pressure, a soft brush, and mineral-free water.

A recent job

Before. After.

Real jobs from real Tri-Cities homes.

  • Rooftop solar array before and after cleaning (before) Before
    Rooftop solar array before and after cleaning (after) After

    Solar panel cleaning — Richland home

    RODI water-fed pole from the roof.

While we're here

Other services we offer.

Most homeowners bundle. One visit, one crew, one price. Less hassle than scheduling four separate appointments.

Ready for solar panel cleaning?

We reply the same business day.