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Avatar for Sunivation Solar
Sunivation Solar
4.2(
5
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Solar Panels For Electric System - RepairSolar Panel InstallSolar Panels For Electric System - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had extensive damage to our solar panel wiring from squirrels. Tim did a thorough and careful job repairing the wiring and installing exclusion screens. He was responsive, reliable, and expert. His work quality is excellent, and his pricing, fair - we highly recommend him!"
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Installing solar panels
fixing a broken solar panel
completed solar panel job
Steep roof rail installation

+1

Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Surge Solar & Associates
5.0(
5
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Solar Panel Install

Serving Manhattan, 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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Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
4.3(
3,298
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Solar Water Heater System - InstallSolar Water Heater System - Install - For BusinessSolar Water Heater System - Repair+1 more

Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My thermostat panel burned out. I was under warranty, fortunately. The panel was no longer being made so they replaced it with an upgraded thermostat panel at no cost. All I paid for was Labor. I have been using FourSeasons for many years and although they are a bit pricey, they are very professional and always get the job done. They also replaced the Circuit board on my furnace at no cost."
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Response time9 hrs
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Kapital Electric, Inc.
3.8(
27
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Solar Panel InstallSolar Panels For Electric System - Install - For Business

Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The estimator was a really friendly guy and had a lot of information about the business that Kapital is in. Fortunately, although I had lots of questions, he was not pushy on services or needlessly verbose about them which I appreciate. He seemed to get what I was asking at every step.

We asked for an estimate for EVSE. We have a parking slab off the alley (so no garage w/ electric). We talked about lots of options for that. They seemed very comfortable with our situation which isn't entirely straight forward and I really appreciated that as I was afraid that many of the installers who do this work would want to walk away from any significant work.

We received an estimate for hooking into our panel and trenching a line through the back yard to the parking slab. We discussed using an existing basketball hoop mount as the mount point which the estimator was happy to consider (the stands for chargers are insanely expensive). We talked about solar on homes and parking canopies with solar as well.

Overall we are not ready to take the dive with this yet but I've come away with a decent understanding of the service, cost, and more. Kapital will be first on our list when it's time to move.

Thanks guys!







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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Sunrun Inc
5.0(
1
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Solar Panel Install

Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The #1 home solar & battery company in America. We know going solar can be complicated. We are here as your expert guide every step of the way. With our customers, we are creating a planet run by the sun. Unrivaled home solar and battery experience \nWith 900,000 homes and counting, no one has more installation expertise.Smart technology \nAn ecosystem of innovative products that put you in control of your home energy needs. Payment solutions for every home \nTailored plans including predictable monthly payments, little-to-no money down, and no-debt options. The Sunrun Guarantee \nThe industry's most comprehensive repairs, maintenance & monitoring program. \n"

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Millennium Solar Electric Inc
4.6(
203
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Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"We were very impressed with Chris and Millenium Solar and will definitely use them again. Great communication setting up appointment, he called the day before to confirm the appointment and then showed up on time. He was courteous and professional and was able to finish not just the two jobs we were hoping for but also a third he still had time for. Great experience!!
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New ductwork and sheet metal
Granite countertops and new floors
New cabinet, countertops and floors
panel upgrade
400 amp meter service upgrade

+25

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Solar Panels FAQs, answered by experts
  • 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.

Solar batteries can be a great investment to help maximize your solar savings and make your system and home more valuable, but they’re most beneficial to customers who don’t have access to net metering. If your state or energy provider doesn’t provide net metering, batteries can be a great way to offset consumption even when your panels aren’t producing power. They also come with the added benefit of providing electricity through blackouts, so they’re valuable in areas prone to severe weather that could cause frequent blackouts. Your installer can help you decide if batteries are worthwhile.

For most U.S. homeowners, switching to solar energy is an excellent investment. A properly sized solar array can significantly reduce your electric bill, saving money on utilities every month. Most homeowners enjoy savings that cover the cost of their solar systems within 12 years and then turn a profit. Additionally, federal and state tax incentives are available that help make solar an even better and more profitable investment.

The average homeowner needs around 22 solar panels, but the exact number depends on your monthly energy consumption. Your solar professional should size your array to offset your consumption, meaning you’ll need fewer panels if you use below-average amounts of electricity, or more than 22 if you use above-average amounts of electricity. The number of panels also depends on the output of each panel. The average is around 400 watts, but you might need more panels if you install less capable equipment. Since there are so many variables, you should have a professional size your system.

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.

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