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Solar Installation in Metro East, Illinois
Solar panels, battery backup, and solar roofs for homes and businesses in 8 Metro East communities.
Solar Installers Serving Metro East
Belleville, O'Fallon, Edwardsville, Collinsville, and Granite City sit just across the river from St. Louis and share its hot, humid summers, which drive high air-conditioning bills.
Metro East homes are on the Illinois side, so they qualify for Illinois Shines and Ameren Illinois' Distributed Generation Rebate, incentives that Missouri homeowners a few miles away don't get.
Utilities in Metro East
Ameren Illinois customers who interconnect today receive supply-only net metering credits and are eligible for Ameren's $300-per-kW Distributed Generation Rebate on qualifying smart-inverter systems.
Communities We Serve
Solar Installers Near You in Metro East, Illinois
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Cox Projects
Work from the Cox Roofing & Restoration crews
Recent roofing jobs by our sister company. Real Cox solar install photos will be added here as projects finish.
FAQ
Solar in Metro East, Illinois: Common Questions
Which cities in Metro East does Cox Solar serve?
We install solar in Belleville, O'Fallon, Swansea, Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Collinsville, Alton, Granite City, and surrounding communities throughout Metro East.
Is solar worth it in Metro East?
For many homeowners, yes. Illinois Shines REC incentives, utility rebates for ComEd and Ameren Illinois customers, and Illinois' solar property tax protection lower the cost, while solar offsets rising supply charges. A free proposal shows your exact numbers.
Who are the electric utilities in Metro East?
Homes in Metro East are mainly served by Ameren Illinois. We confirm your provider and its current net metering rules during your free consultation.
Do I need a permit to install solar in Metro East?
Yes. Every city and county requires building and electrical permits, plus utility interconnection approval. Cox Solar pulls the permits, schedules inspections, and files the utility paperwork.
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