Solar Energy of Illinois

Solar Energy of Illinois is a Chicago-land business located in Glenview, IL, that has been providing solar energy solutions since 1982, positioning itself as an affordable alternative to rising electric costs. They offer a full line of services for homes, businesses, and industrial projects, specializing in custom solar designs, high-efficiency panels, and innovative mounting systems, including ground-mounted and flat roof solutions. The company also integrates smart solar technology, real-time monitoring, and battery charging options, committing to energy independence and long-term savings for their clients. They are listed as a Trade Ally partnered with Focus on Energy and offer various services including Solar PV and Solar Hot Water Heating.

The company touts its experience with over 20 years in the industry, having completed more than 300 total installations—including over 50 commercial and 100 residential projects—and claims over 200 happy customers. They help clients leverage federal tax credits and state incentives and manage the entire process, which typically takes 2-3 months from signing a contract to system activation. While the company aims to provide dependable service, the provided customer feedback is notably mixed; some clients praise the company as the “best and the easiest to work with,” while other reports allege serious issues, including code violations, incomplete work, and one instance of a house fire during installation.