Service Areas · Illinois
Solar Installation in Northern Illinois
Solar panels, battery backup, and solar roofs for homes and businesses in 6 Northern Illinois communities.
Solar Installers Serving Northern Illinois
Rockford, Elgin, Waukegan, Crystal Lake, DeKalb, and Kankakee see long summer days and heavy winter snow. We design arrays and racking for Northern Illinois snow loads and wind, and handle county and city permitting.
Most Northern Illinois customers are on ComEd, with some municipal utilities. Rural properties with room to spare often choose ground-mounted arrays that keep panels off the roof and are easy to clear of snow.
Utilities in Northern Illinois
ComEd customers who interconnect today receive supply-only net metering credits that roll forward without expiring, and are eligible for ComEd's $300-per-kW Distributed Generation Rebate on qualifying smart-inverter systems.
Communities We Serve
Solar Installers Near You in Northern 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 Northern Illinois: Common Questions
Which cities in Northern Illinois does Cox Solar serve?
We install solar in Rockford, Elgin, Waukegan, Crystal Lake, DeKalb, Kankakee, and surrounding communities throughout Northern Illinois.
Is solar worth it in Northern Illinois?
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 Northern Illinois?
Homes in Northern Illinois are mainly served by ComEd. We confirm your provider and its current net metering rules during your free consultation.
Do I need a permit to install solar in Northern Illinois?
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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