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Sunivation Solar
4.2(
5
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Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim, the owner, came over to review what we needed. He ordered a new inverter, was very communicative and installed the new inverter once it was received. We could not be happier with the service Tim and Sunivation Solar provided for us, and we will not hesitate to call them back should we need anything again. Tim was extremely kind, very thorough and just did an excellent overall job. Thank you!!"
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Installing solar panels
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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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Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technicians that I had come to my rental homes were fantastic. Each visit I learned something new from the technicians. They're very polite and sociable. They not only checked the AC out, but they took the panels off and sprayed the coils with a hose to remove the buildup of debris. The technician also found a Capacitor that was not within working margins and replaced it as a part of my warranty."
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Response time9 hrs
34 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

"We met Don at a home expo show.  We setup the appointment for that same week and he showed up on time.  He was able to schedule an evening consultation so I would not have to miss work.  His company worked with both GE and Generac, however GE had a better warranty, it is a smaller, more efficient unit and it allowed us to move 10 breakers over to the new switch panel compared to the Generac 8 KW model which only allowed for 8 breakers.  His quote was very concise and he explained that there would be additional costs bared by us that would be outside the quote.  These additional costs were village permit costs and the possibility of needing an updated gas meter installed, which we did.  At least it was nice knowing these extra costs were involved before signing a contract and being blind sided.  The unit with installation came in around $3,900 and we added an oil heater for $300 since we live near Chicago and the winters can be harsh.
After signing our contract, we had to wait a few weeks while our gas company looked over our appliances to determine if we needed a new gas meter, which we did (cost about $100).  Don gave us the form to send to the gas company where I had to go around the house and list all gas appliances and their BTUs.  As soon as the new gas meter was installed and the permit was pulled they were able to schedule us within a week.  Our installation took 2 days.  The first day the electrician came out and did just about all of the electric work.  He returned the next morning to finish up for an hour or two.  Then the gas man came out in the afternoon to finish the connection.  He even gave us a new T connection with shutoff valve for our propane grill which I have converted into natural gas.  After the hookup was complete, he tested the unit and showed me all the essential things I need to know about the unit and the switch panel. 
The entire crew was very professional and did everything right.  They made sure not to track any dirt or mud into the house, they cleaned up after themselves and they worked hard to get the job done right and quickly.  I would definitely recommend them to anyone interested in purchasing a generator for their house."
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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

The best solar-panel mounting system will depend on your property layout, but you’ll typically want to try for south-facing panels to get the most sun. Roof mounting and wall mounting are both popular, but if your well setup is far away from buildings and other structures you can also set up a freestanding aluminum frame to mount your panels.

  • 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.

You’ll need to make sure you have a big enough solar panel to meet your well pump’s power demands, but you can use solar power to fully operate your well pump. It’s also a good idea to have battery storage to hold the solar power so you can still use your well pump after dark.

In almost every case, solar panels need to be removed to replace roof shingles. In some cases, such as solar installations where the panels are on raised platforms above the roof surface, installers may be able to install new shingles without removing the solar installation. However, to get a quality roofing installation, panels need to come off. Most roofing contractors won’t remove or reinstall solar panels as part of a roofing project, so you’ll need to contact your solar provider.

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.

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