Protecting Solar Panels with Golf Barrier Netting
As solar power continues to grow in popularity among homeowners and businesses, protecting those valuable panels has become more important than ever. One effective yet often overlooked solution? Golf barrier netting.
This practical option not only shields your solar panels from potential hazards like hail or stray golf balls, but it also helps preserve system efficiency and prevents costly repairs.
Why Protecting Solar Panels Matters
Many homeowners learn the hard way that solar panels can be damaged by hail, flying debris, baseballs — and especially golf balls for homes near courses. These impacts can cause panels to shatter or systems to shut down, leading to expensive repairs and downtime.
Installing solar nets helps:
- Prevent damage from stray objects
- Maintain solar efficiency
- Avoid system outages
- Save money on long-term repair costs
Benefits of Using Golf Netting for Solar Panels
Golf netting is an ideal solution for homes near golf courses, sports fields, or in hail-prone areas. Here’s why:
Shields Panels from Impact
Golf nets act as a first line of defense against:
- Golf balls
- Hail
- Flying debris
Preserves Your Warranty
Most solar panel warranties don’t cover impact damage. Netting helps keep your panels protected — and your warranty valid.
Reduces Fire Risk
Broken glass from panel damage can lead to short circuits and increase the risk of electrical fires. Netting prevents that initial break.
Makes Cleaning and Maintenance Easier
Many netting designs allow easy access to your panels for routine cleaning or inspections.
Types of Solar Protection Nets
SolarFIX offers various types of netting based on the kind of protection you need:
Golf Netting for Solar Panels
Designed specifically for shielding solar arrays from golf ball damage:
- Material: Sturdy nylon netting
- Colors: Available in black or white
- Mesh Size: 1.25″ (black), 1″ (white)
- Reinforcement: Rope every 6 feet
- Mounting: Direct attach or roof-attached brackets
- Cleaning Access: Side openings for panel maintenance
- Max Panel Size Coverage: Up to 30ft x 50ft (larger areas can combine nets)
Hail Blocker Nets
Specially engineered to reduce hail impact:
- Material: Heavy-duty nylon
- Mesh Size: 1″ opening
- Colors: Black or white
- Reinforcement: Rope every 6 feet
- Mounting: Same as golf netting
- Cleaning Access: Side openings included
Baseball Nets for Solar Panels
Used where baseballs are more common than golf balls or hail. Offers lighter protection but allows more light through:
- Material: Heavy-duty nylon
- Color: Black only
- Mesh Size: 1 3/8″ opening
- Mounting: Direct attach or carport mounting
- Cleaning Access: Side panel access
Skirt Nets for Extra Side Protection
Skirt nets prevent shallow-angle projectiles (like golf balls) from sneaking under the primary net. Perfect for homes very close to tee boxes or practice areas.
- Mounting: Attached to the perimeter of the main net using hog rings
- Secured to Panels: PV wire clips secure the skirt net to the bottom of the solar panel frame
Golf Netting Installation Guidelines
Recommended Support Bracket Spacing:
Maximum of 6 feet for all net types.
Installation Options:
- Direct roof mount
- Carport mount
- Ground support posts (custom situations)
Planning and Ordering Your Golf Net System
Step 1: Use Permit Plans for Design
If your solar system hasn’t been installed yet, we can design your netting using the permit plans. But — you must insist your installer follows the plans exactly or the nets may not fit correctly.
Step 2: Design on Your Own (Advanced Users)
Tech-savvy users can start the design process independently. To save your work, complete the sign-up process on our site before logging out.
Note: We’re working on making the design process more user-friendly and customizable. Stay tuned for updates!
Request a Quote from SolarFIX
Ready to protect your solar investment? Whether you live on a golf course or in a hail-prone area, SolarFIX can help you install the perfect solar panel netting system.
Contact SolarFIX today for a free consultation and let us build a custom netting configuration that fits your system, your home, and your budget.
Get Peace of Mind with Golf Netting from SolarFIX
From homes near golf courses to commercial installations, SolarFIX offers durable, reliable, and aesthetically clean netting systems that protect your solar panels and keep your investment safe year-round.
Don’t wait until your panels are damaged. Request your quote now and get started on a safer, smarter solar solution.
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