How Much Can Solar Save in Sycamore?

Real numbers based on current ComEd rates and Illinois incentives.

$171

Current Bill/mo

$154

Est. Lease + Battery

26+ yrs

Years of Pure Profit

$62,445

25-Year Savings

What You're Paying Now

Without solar, here's what ComEd electricity will cost you over time at 6% annual rate increases.

Monthly Bill

$171

Annual Cost

$2,052

25-Year Cost (No Solar)

$112,582

Your Solar Investment

7 kW System

$19,250

$7,350

After All IL Incentives

DG Rebate ($300/kW)-$2,100

Illinois Shines RECs (lump sum, ~18 mo)-$9,800

With vs Without Solar in Sycamore

Metric	Without Solar	With Solar
Monthly Cost	$171/mo	$116/mo (loan)
Monthly Cash Flow	-$0 (all to utility)	+$27/mo
5-Year Cost	$11,081	$6,960
25-Year Cost	$112,582	$50,137
Rate Control	None — utility sets rates	Fixed at $0.10/kWh (avg.) for 15 years
Home Value Impact	None	+$15,000–$25,000 (tax-exempt)

Your Solar Savings Over Time

Estimated 25-Year Total Savings

$62,445

Without Solar

With Solar

Year 1Profit Starts Here

$2,052

$1,726

Year 5

$11,567

-$853

Year 10

$27,047

$9,087

Year 15

$47,762

$20,452

Year 20

$75,484

$33,851

Year 25

$112,582

$50,137

Year	Without Solar	With Solar	Cumulative Savings
Year 1Profit Starts	$2,052	$1,726	$326
Year 2	$4,227	-$6,318	$10,546
Year 3	$6,533	-$4,532	$11,064
Year 4	$8,977	-$2,711	$11,687
Year 5	$11,567	-$853	$12,421
Year 6	$14,313	$1,044	$13,270
Year 7	$17,224	$2,983	$14,242
Year 8	$20,310	$4,967	$15,342
Year 9	$23,580	$7,001	$16,580
Year 10	$27,047	$9,087	$17,960
Year 11	$30,722	$11,229	$19,493
Year 12	$34,617	$13,432	$21,185
Year 13	$38,746	$15,700	$23,046
Year 14	$43,123	$18,039	$25,084
Year 15	$47,762	$20,452	$27,310
Year 16	$52,680	$22,946	$29,734
Year 17	$57,893	$25,526	$32,367
Year 18	$63,418	$28,199	$35,219
Year 19	$69,276	$30,972	$38,304
Year 20	$75,484	$33,851	$41,633
Year 21	$82,065	$36,845	$45,220
Year 22	$89,041	$39,961	$49,080
Year 23	$96,435	$43,209	$53,226
Year 24	$104,274	$46,598	$57,676
Year 25	$112,582	$50,137	$62,445

Calculate YOUR Savings

Enter your actual ComEd bill to see a personalized 25-year savings projection.

$Enter Your Information

Average Monthly Electric Bill

Current Utility Rate ($/kWh)

Default: $0.16/kWh (ComEd & Ameren average)

Utility Rate Escalator: 4.5% per year

Conservative (2%)Historical Average (6%)Aggressive (10%)

How We Calculate Your Savings

This calculator uses your custom utility rate (default $0.16/kWh for Illinois) with a 4.5% annual escalator compared to our fixed lease rate of $0.10/kWh (avg.) for 15 years. A low-escalator option is also available for a lower starting payment. After the 15-year lease, you can keep the system for a low fair-market buyout — then your electricity cost drops to near-zero for the remaining life of the panels (25+ years). Your actual savings may vary based on your specific usage patterns and system size.

More Solar Resources for Sycamore

Solar IncentivesRECs, rebates & tax exemptions Electricity RatesRate trends & bill analysis Solar FAQCommon questions answered

Start Saving in Sycamore

Get a free, personalized solar analysis based on your actual ComEd bill and roof. Lease or own — we'll find the best option.

✓ $0 down lease, competitive cash pricing, or Solar for All — your choice

Get Your $0 Down Quote

ComEd rates projected to rise again next year. Lock in savings now.

Or call (618) 217-2001|Info@ltdsolarconsulting.com