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Surge Solar & Associates
5.0(
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Serving Freeport, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Grateful for Larry and the entire Surge Solar team. I am confident I made the right choice with them. If you have not looked into solar yet in Illinois you should!"
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Tesla, Inc
New to Angi

Serving Freeport, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Tesla Energy provides an all‑in‑one solar‑plus‑storage solution for your home. Sleek, high‑efficiency solar panels paired with Powerwall help you save on electricity bills and protect your homes from outages. The Tesla app gives you real-time visibility into your energy production, usage and savings—and lets you earn money by supporting the grid through Tesla's Virtual Power Plant. Every system is engineered and installed end‑to‑end by Tesla, delivering a modern aesthetic and the confidence that your home is powered by the most advanced renewable energy ecosystem. With our Price Match Guarantee and exclusive incentives, you can be confident you're getting the best value in home energy.

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Skylights by Solar*Brite Ltd
4.9(
36
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Serving Freeport, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job. They were professional and were excellent with customer service. The owner was on site the entire day and they used very high quality materials. We would highly recommend them and we would definitely use them again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Independent Powur Consultant
5.0(
8
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Serving Freeport, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

"Gary, was very helpful and pointed me on the right direction after I had discussed my concerns. Had he been able to help me I would have gladly hired him. My system ended up being under warranty and he suggested I contact the manufacture as to not void my warranty."
Ground Mount
Water ionizer Project
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Schulenburg Texas
Schulenburg Texas

+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GreenLink Solar Solutions, Inc.
4.7(
59
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Serving Freeport, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Greenlink Energy Solutions provided us with a white glove experience from start to finish. Emily took the time to listen to our questions, answer each of them fully, and guide us through the process of energy conservation. We knew we had issues in our attic but didn't realize the extent until we talked to several professionals. When I contacted GES, I wasn't aware of the incredible detail required to properly seal and insulate our attic space. I also wasn't aware of how poorly ours was built in 1994. Emily took pictures of every part of the attic, discussed each area, explained what is happening, why it is important to correct, and how GES can address each issue. The day of our project arrived and the insulation crew showed up on time and ready to work. They covered every walk space with heavy cloth tarps, donned protective shoes and clothing, and got right to work. They were incredibly quiet considering they needed to remove all old insulation, seal, and reinsulate. Very respectful of our home and our time. Emily followed up and discussed the work and results. We immediately noticed there is no longer a noticeable temp change between floors! GES is an excellent energy partner."
Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Solar Panels questions, answered by experts

A few disadvantages of installing solar panels on your roof include the high up-front costs and the potential for increased property taxes. Installing solar panels can increase the home’s value, which in turn can mean higher taxes. Depending on your area, you should check with your local tax offices for more information. Another potential pitfall is roof leaks from a poor installation, but this shouldn’t be an issue if you hire a reputable company.

  • Installing a new electrical meter box

  • Replacing your meter base

  • Replacing your service entrance cable 

The cost to install or upgrade an electrical meter box ranges from $100 to $650, including $50 to $250 for the unit. The meter base passes the power from your electric company to your panel. The cost to replace a meter base is roughly $50 to $250. 

Service entrance cables are electrical cables with multiple wires, bringing power from electrical companies to residential buildings. The cost to replace a service entrance cable ranges roughly from $1,000 to $1,500.

Homeowners replace their solar panels after 25 years. That said, you don’t necessarily need to replace them at the 25-year mark. You’ll notice a declining ability to produce electricity over time. Most homeowners spring for a replacement when they notice their energy bills creeping up to regular levels or when solar panel repairs are extensive, frequent, and no longer economical.

Yes, solar panel installation will require permits. The required permits will depend on where you live, as some states and cities have solar-specific permits, while others only require electrical permits to connect to the grid. In either case, it’s best to hire a reputable solar installer in your area, as a representative should handle all of the necessary permitting for you and will include the cost of the permits in your initial solar estimate.

The best way to know if your roof can support solar panels is to hire a structural engineer. They’ll look at your roof and approve the design of your solar panel system or suggest changes. The best roofing for solar panels is made from strong materials like asphalt shingles and metal, but tile and gravel will work. Softer materials like thatch or temporary structures are not a good fit.

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