SolaTrim® — Solar Panel Protection That Adds Value and Style

Protecting rooftop solar panels is essential for ensuring maximum system performance and long-term savings. SolaTrim® solar panel protection is the industry-leading solution designed to safeguard residential solar systems from pests, debris, and costly damage — while improving curb appeal with a sleek, finished look.

Why Homeowners and Installers Choose SolaTrim®

• Pest Protection for Solar Panels: Keeps squirrels, pigeons, and other animals from nesting under arrays and chewing wires, preventing fire hazards and expensive repairs.

• Debris & Weather Shield: Blocks leaves, twigs, and other debris that trap moisture and cause roof rot or damage to panels.

• All-Climate Durability: Constructed from coated aluminum that resists rust, fading, and discoloration — engineered to last the life of the solar system.

• Quick, Tool-Free Installation: Patented peel-and-stick adhesive means no clips, screws, or drilling required, saving installers time and labor costs.

• Boosts Curb Appeal: Provides a clean, professional edge compared to wire mesh or cages, making rooftop solar systems look as good as they perform.

The Smart Choice for Solar Panel Protection
SolaTrim® is lightweight, easy to cut, and adaptable to any standard roof surface. It’s a permanent solar pest barrier that stops birds, rodents, and debris without interfering with airflow. Backed by a 10-year warranty, it’s the most reliable way to protect rooftop solar panels, extend system life, and reduce maintenance.

For solar installers, SolaTrim® adds value and improves customer satisfaction by eliminating callbacks for pest damage or debris buildup. For homeowners, it means peace of mind, lower long-term costs, and a solar system that stays both safe and attractive.

SolaTrim® = Protection, Performance, and Profitability
Safeguard your solar investment, prevent costly damage, and give every installation a professional finish with SolaTrim® — the trusted choice for solar panel protection.

Installation Instructions

Tools Needed:

• Metal shears to cut .025″ thick aluminum
• Tape Measure
• Clean cotton cloth
• (Optional) Scribe w/ white or yellow marker

Materials Needed:

• Acetone Wipes (provided in SolaTrim® carton)

For Best Results fitting, cutting and affixing SolaTrim® to the Solar Array, please follow the directions listed below:

1. Solar Module frames must be free of dust, debris or any foreign particles. Use the Acetone wipes provided to prepare the frames for SolaTrim’s peel and stick adhesive. Each wipe should be adequate to prep 10-30 feet +/- of module frames. The acetone will dry in a few seconds. If frames have built-up surface dirt and/or residue, wipe with a wet cloth and dry before prepping with the Acetone wipe.
2. When applying SolaTrim®, start at the 90° corners of the array and work toward the center. Wherever possible, place full length sections of SolaTrim® around the corner edges of the modules, bending at the stiffener.
3. Scribe the SolaTrim® pieces against the rooftop material profile so the top of the SolaTrim® panel will be near or flush to the top of the module frame after sizing.
4. Cut the SolaTrim® piece to fit with tin snips or lightweight electric metal shears.
5. Dry-fit the piece before peeling off the adhesive to check for proper sizing. (Note: SolaTrim® pieces do not need to make contact with the roof surface; gaps of +/- 1/4″ are acceptable and still provide protection from pest intrusion.
6. After dry-fit, peel the layer off the adhesive strip and press the SolaTrim® piece against the module frame. Apply pressure to achieve minimum 15lbs PSI with gloved hands or roller tool along the length of the frame or rub the frame with cotton cloth with sufficient pressure to help the adhesive “wet out” on the frame surface^*. SolaTrim® will stay in place immediately, will reach 80% adhesion in 20 min and 100% adhesion in 72 hours.
7. If SolaTrim® needs to be temporarily removed, simply pull a razor knife blade down the adhesive bead between the module frame and the SolaTrim® panel. Pull lightly on the SolaTrim® panel and it should pop off. Replace with a new panel using standard installation method.
8. Replacement SolaTrim® panels may be ordered through SolaTrim®. Call your SolaTrim® distributor or write to info@solatrim.com and specify replacement quantity.

^{*We do not recommend installing SolaTrim® at ambient temperatures below 40F (4.4C). Between 40F – 50F, use a J-roller / laminate roller to increase activation pressure.}

SolaTrim® Cold Weather Storage and Installation Recommendations

Storage:

For Best Results, store this product in a climate controlled area between 45°F to 100°F (7°C to 38°C) and 0-95% relative humidity. Under these conditions, SolaTrim® Adhesive should retain its properties for up to 24 months.

Note: When planning to install SolaTrim® in an ambient temperature environment between 40°-50°F (4.4°- 10°C), SolaTrim® is best used when stored at room temperature before application.

Tips:

Instead of butting SolaTrim® panels together, try overlapping the panels 3″ so the diamonds are lined up. This looks great and prevents flaring or separation at the panel joint.

Installation:

The ideal range is 70° – 100°F / 21° – 38°C.
In these conditions, normal Installation methods apply.

IMPORTANT!
The lowest recommended temperature for SolaTrim® application is 40°F / 4°C.
Attempts to install SolaTrim® below this temperature may result in unsatisfactory adhesion.

3M VHB tape is pressure-activated and requires a minimum 15lbs PSI for the adhesive to “wet out” and achieve the strongest bond. While we believe, under normal conditions, this PSI threshold can be reached manually, for colder weather, a laminate roller or “J-roller” should also be used to increase the pressure on the SolaTrim® adhesive to insure adequate adhesive activation spread over the solar module frame.^*