Cox Solar Solutions · Illinois & St. Louis
Solar Pergolas & Carports
Outdoor living space by day, a power plant all year long.
Equipment we install
- Tier-1 Solar Panels
- Enphase Microinverters
- Tesla, Enphase, SolarEdge & Duracell Batteries
- Smart Electrical Panels
Solar Pergolas
Solar Without Using Your Roof
Mature trees, complex roof lines, or a north-facing roof don't have to rule out solar. A solar pergola over your patio, a carport over your driveway, or a ground-mount array in your yard can be oriented for maximum production while adding useful outdoor space.
Why Cox Solar
Benefits of Solar Pergolas
Optimal Orientation
Positioned for sun, not dictated by your roof.
Outdoor Living
Shade for your patio, deck, or vehicles.
Engineered Structure
Designed for Illinois snow and wind loads.
Same Incentives
Eligible for Illinois Shines and utility rebates like rooftop systems.
Options We Build
Every structure is engineered and permitted for your site.
- Patio and deck pergolas
- Single- and double-car carports
- Ground-mount arrays for larger lots and farms
Illinois Incentives
Illinois Programs That Lower Your Cost
- $300per kW
ComEd & Ameren solar rebate (smart inverter)
- $300per kWh
Utility battery storage rebate
- 15years
Illinois Shines REC contract
- 50%upfront
Of small-system REC value paid at energization
FAQ
Solar Pergolas Questions
Do solar pergolas need a permit?
Yes. Freestanding structures require building and electrical permits in most Illinois municipalities. We handle the engineering and permitting.
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Battery Storage
Duracell, Enphase, SolarEdge, and Tesla home batteries, installed with new solar or added on their own to the solar system you already have.
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Solar Roofing
Replace an aging roof and go solar in one coordinated project — one crew, one schedule, one warranty.
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See your system design, Illinois incentives, and estimated savings — no pressure, no obligation.