{"product_id":"enviroguard-solarguard-adjustable-solar-spike-bird-deterrent-96-130mm-l500mm-clear","title":"Solarguard Adjustable Solar Spike Bird Deterrent – 130mm (Clear) | No-Drill Solar Panel Bird Proofing Spikes","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:16px; max-width:900px; margin:0 auto; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#222222; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eSolarguard Adjustable Solar Spike Bird Deterrent (130mm, Clear)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a\n    \u003cstrong\u003eno-drill\u003c\/strong\u003e bird-proofing strip designed to stop pigeons and other birds\n    roosting or nesting underneath rooftop solar panels. Each \u003cstrong\u003e500mm section\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    pairs a \u003cstrong\u003eUV-stabilised polycarbonate base\u003c\/strong\u003e with a row of\n    \u003cstrong\u003e130mm stainless steel pins\u003c\/strong\u003e that can be \u003cstrong\u003etrimmed to length\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    on site, making it ideal for arrays that don't have a traditional lip on the underside of\n    the panel frame, as well as \u003cstrong\u003euneven roofs\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eprofiled tin-clad\n    roofing\u003c\/strong\u003e. This \u003cstrong\u003eClear\u003c\/strong\u003e base version is intended to blend in against\n    lighter roof coverings and panel frames, and is fixed using\n    \u003cstrong\u003eEnviroguard Solar Speed Clips\u003c\/strong\u003e (sold separately) or a suitable\n    \u003cstrong\u003eweatherproof adhesive\u003c\/strong\u003e — with \u003cstrong\u003eno drilling\u003c\/strong\u003e into the\n    roof or panel frame required.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Stat strip --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:12px; margin:0 0 24px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 130px; background-color:#008377CF; color:#ffffff; border-radius:8px; padding:12px; text-align:center;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:20px; font-weight:bold;\"\u003e130mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;\"\u003eSpike Length (Pre-Trim)\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 130px; background-color:#008377CF; color:#ffffff; border-radius:8px; padding:12px; text-align:center;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:20px; font-weight:bold;\"\u003e~2mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;\"\u003ePin Diameter\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 130px; background-color:#008377CF; color:#ffffff; border-radius:8px; padding:12px; text-align:center;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:20px; font-weight:bold;\"\u003e304\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;\"\u003eStainless Steel Grade\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 130px; background-color:#008377CF; color:#ffffff; border-radius:8px; padding:12px; text-align:center;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:20px; font-weight:bold;\"\u003e500mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;\"\u003eBase Strip Length\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 130px; background-color:#008377CF; color:#ffffff; border-radius:8px; padding:12px; text-align:center;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:20px; font-weight:bold;\"\u003eClear\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;\"\u003eBase Finish\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 130px; background-color:#008377CF; color:#ffffff; border-radius:8px; padding:12px; text-align:center;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:20px; font-weight:bold;\"\u003e0\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;\"\u003eDrilled Fixing Points\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Red callout: safety --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color:#fdecea; border-left:4px solid #d32f2f; border-radius:4px; padding:14px 16px; margin:0 0 18px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color:#d32f2f;\"\u003eWorking at Height \u0026amp; Sharp Components\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 0;\"\u003e\n      Fitting bird spikes to a roof-mounted solar array means \u003cstrong\u003eworking at height\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n      Always follow current HSE Working at Height guidance and use suitable\n      \u003cstrong\u003efall-protection equipment, roof ladders, or crawl boards\u003c\/strong\u003e — never lean\n      directly on solar panels. The \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel pins are sharp by design\u003c\/strong\u003e,\n      so wear \u003cstrong\u003ecut-resistant gloves\u003c\/strong\u003e when handling, trimming, or fitting the\n      strips, and dispose of any trimmed offcuts safely.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Amber callout: compatibility \/ purchase advisory --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color:#fff8e1; border-left:4px solid #f9a825; border-radius:4px; padding:14px 16px; margin:0 0 18px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color:#a86b00;\"\u003eCheck Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 0;\"\u003e\n      This strip is supplied in \u003cstrong\u003e500mm sections with 130mm pins\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n      \u003cstrong\u003eSolar Speed Clips\u003c\/strong\u003e — used to fix the strip to the panel\n      frame — are \u003cstrong\u003esold separately\u003c\/strong\u003e and come in \u003cstrong\u003e30mm, 35mm and\n      40mm\u003c\/strong\u003e depths to match different panel frame thicknesses, so measure your\n      panel frame before ordering. If the gap between your roof and the underside of the\n      panel is significantly larger than 130mm, the longer \u003cstrong\u003e160mm\u003c\/strong\u003e or\n      \u003cstrong\u003e210mm\u003c\/strong\u003e Solarguard spikes will give better coverage.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Teal callout: informational --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color:#e6f4f3; border-left:4px solid #008377; border-radius:4px; padding:14px 16px; margin:0 0 24px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color:#005c54;\"\u003eNo-Drill Fitting\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 0;\"\u003e\n      Because Solarguard clips or adheres directly to the panel frame and roof surface, there's\n      \u003cstrong\u003eno need to drill\u003c\/strong\u003e into the panel frame or roof covering. The\n      \u003cstrong\u003epolycarbonate base can be snapped by hand\u003c\/strong\u003e on site to shorten a length for\n      corners, and the whole strip \u003cstrong\u003eunclips for access\u003c\/strong\u003e when panels need cleaning\n      or maintenance.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Feature card grid --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(260px, 1fr)); gap:16px; margin:0 0 24px;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius:8px; padding:16px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px; font-size:17px; border-bottom:2px solid #008377; padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003eUV-Stabilised Polycarbonate Base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n        The carrier strip is moulded from \u003cstrong\u003eUV-stabilised polycarbonate\u003c\/strong\u003e, chosen\n        because ordinary plastics can become brittle and discoloured after prolonged exposure to\n        rooftop sun. This keeps the base \u003cstrong\u003eflexible and structurally sound\u003c\/strong\u003e through\n        repeated seasons of UK weather.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius:8px; padding:16px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px; font-size:17px; border-bottom:2px solid #008377; padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003e304-Grade Stainless Steel Pins\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n        Each pin is drawn from \u003cstrong\u003e304-grade stainless steel wire\u003c\/strong\u003e around\n        \u003cstrong\u003e2mm in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e — resistant to the driving rain, condensation and\n        coastal air found beneath solar panels, so the spikes won't rust or weaken over time.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius:8px; padding:16px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px; font-size:17px; border-bottom:2px solid #008377; padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003eFully Adjustable \u0026amp; Trimmable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n        Supplied at a full \u003cstrong\u003e130mm pin length\u003c\/strong\u003e, every spike can be\n        \u003cstrong\u003ecut down with wire cutters\u003c\/strong\u003e to match the exact gap between your roof\n        covering and the underside of the panel, so the deterrent sits snugly without leaving\n        access gaps.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius:8px; padding:16px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px; font-size:17px; border-bottom:2px solid #008377; padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003eBuilt for Awkward Roof Profiles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n        Where many bird-proofing systems rely on clipping to a lip on the underside of the panel\n        frame, Solarguard's \u003cstrong\u003eclip- or adhesive-fixed base\u003c\/strong\u003e suits panels\n        \u003cstrong\u003ewithout that lip\u003c\/strong\u003e, plus \u003cstrong\u003euneven roofs\u003c\/strong\u003e and\n        \u003cstrong\u003eprofiled tin-clad roofing\u003c\/strong\u003e where a rigid mesh frame would be difficult to\n        fit cleanly.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius:8px; padding:16px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px; font-size:17px; border-bottom:2px solid #008377; padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003eNo-Drill Fixing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n        Fixing is via \u003cstrong\u003eEnviroguard Solar Speed Clips\u003c\/strong\u003e that grip the panel frame,\n        or a \u003cstrong\u003eweatherproof adhesive\u003c\/strong\u003e bead along the base — neither approach\n        requires \u003cstrong\u003edrilling\u003c\/strong\u003e into the panel frame or roof, avoiding fixing holes\n        that could affect a panel's weathertightness.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius:8px; padding:16px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px; font-size:17px; border-bottom:2px solid #008377; padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003eRemovable for Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n        Held in place by \u003cstrong\u003eclips\u003c\/strong\u003e (or a peelable adhesive) rather than permanent\n        fixings, sections can be \u003cstrong\u003elifted away\u003c\/strong\u003e when access is needed for panel\n        cleaning, roof repairs, or future array expansion, then simply clipped back into place.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Specification table --\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin:0 0 24px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#008377CF;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:10px; color:#ffffff; font-weight:bold;\"\u003eSpike \u0026amp; Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#e6f4f3;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd; width:45%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePin material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e304-grade stainless steel wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePin diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eApprox. 2mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#e6f4f3;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePin length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e130mm (before trimming)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eUV-stabilised polycarbonate\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#e6f4f3;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eClear\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrip length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e500mm per section\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#008377CF;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:10px; color:#ffffff; font-weight:bold;\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#e6f4f3;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended fixing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eEnviroguard Solar Speed Clip (30mm \/ 35mm \/ 40mm, sold separately) or weatherproof adhesive\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClips recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e6 per linear metre (3 per 500mm strip)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#e6f4f3;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrilling required\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable roof types\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003ePitched roofs without a panel-underside lip, uneven roofs, profiled tin-clad roofing\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 24px; font-size:13px; color:#666666;\"\u003e\n    Figures above are taken from the Enviroguard \/ Bird Control UK product datasheet and\n    installation guide for the Solarguard Adjustable Spike. Always check exact spike spacing\n    against the manufacturer's diagrams for your specific roof and panel layout.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQs --\u003e\n  \u003cdetails style=\"margin:0 0 10px; border:1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius:6px; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"background-color:#008377CF; color:#ffffff; padding:10px 14px; cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between this Clear version and the Black version?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;\"\u003e\n      Both use the same \u003cstrong\u003e130mm stainless steel pins\u003c\/strong\u003e and\n      \u003cstrong\u003e500mm UV-stabilised polycarbonate base\u003c\/strong\u003e; the only difference is the\n      colour of the base, which is moulded \u003cstrong\u003eclear\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than black. Choose\n      whichever blends in best with your roof covering and panel frame colour.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"margin:0 0 10px; border:1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius:6px; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"background-color:#008377CF; color:#ffffff; padding:10px 14px; cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold;\"\u003eAre the Solar Speed Clips included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;\"\u003e\n      No — the \u003cstrong\u003eclips\u003c\/strong\u003e used to fix the strip to your panel frame are\n      \u003cstrong\u003esold separately\u003c\/strong\u003e and are available in \u003cstrong\u003e30mm, 35mm and 40mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      depths to suit different panel frame thicknesses. Alternatively, the base can be fixed\n      using a suitable \u003cstrong\u003eweatherproof adhesive\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"margin:0 0 10px; border:1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius:6px; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"background-color:#008377CF; color:#ffffff; padding:10px 14px; cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold;\"\u003eHow many strips and clips will I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;\"\u003e\n      Measure the full \u003cstrong\u003eperimeter\u003c\/strong\u003e of the area you want to protect, then order\n      enough \u003cstrong\u003e500mm strips\u003c\/strong\u003e to cover that length (two strips per linear metre).\n      Enviroguard recommends \u003cstrong\u003esix Solar Speed Clips per linear metre\u003c\/strong\u003e —\n      three per 500mm strip — for a secure fix.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"margin:0 0 10px; border:1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius:6px; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"background-color:#008377CF; color:#ffffff; padding:10px 14px; cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold;\"\u003eCan the spikes and base be cut to fit my roof?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;\"\u003e\n      Yes. The \u003cstrong\u003e130mm stainless steel pins\u003c\/strong\u003e can be trimmed with wire cutters to\n      match the gap between your roof and the panel underside, and the\n      \u003cstrong\u003epolycarbonate base can be snapped by hand\u003c\/strong\u003e to shorten a strip for a\n      precise fit around corners.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"margin:0 0 10px; border:1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius:6px; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"background-color:#008377CF; color:#ffffff; padding:10px 14px; cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold;\"\u003eWill fitting this void my solar panel warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;\"\u003e\n      The system is designed to be fitted \u003cstrong\u003ewithout drilling\u003c\/strong\u003e into the panel\n      frame or roof, using clips that grip the frame or a weatherproof adhesive — an\n      approach intended to avoid the kind of fixing holes that could affect a panel\n      manufacturer's warranty. Always check your specific panel manufacturer's warranty terms\n      if you're unsure.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"margin:0 0 10px; border:1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius:6px; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"background-color:#008377CF; color:#ffffff; padding:10px 14px; cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold;\"\u003eWill this stop all birds from getting under my panels?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;\"\u003e\n      The spikes are an effective \u003cstrong\u003ephysical deterrent\u003c\/strong\u003e against pigeons and\n      similar-sized birds looking to roost or nest underneath panels. Very small birds such as\n      sparrows may still be able to pass through the spike spacing — if total exclusion\n      of small birds is required, consider pairing with or choosing a\n      \u003cstrong\u003emesh-based system\u003c\/strong\u003e instead.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"EnviroGuard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64982815998301,"sku":"EG-SPIKE-GUARD-130-CLEAR","price":5.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/2051\/3629\/files\/SolarguardAdjustableSolarSpikeBirdDeterrent.avif?v=1762268419","url":"https:\/\/qualityheating.co.uk\/products\/enviroguard-solarguard-adjustable-solar-spike-bird-deterrent-96-130mm-l500mm-clear","provider":"AIZO Quality Heating","version":"1.0","type":"link"}