Go Solar for $0 Down

$0 down. You pay a rate as low as $0.10/kWh for the solar energy your system produces, plus $45/month for the first battery. Larger systems that need a second battery add $25/month. Your full 25-year rate schedule is written into your contract before you sign — you'll know exactly what your rate will be in year 1 and year 25, with no surprises along the way.

You have three options: (1) Purchase the system at a low fair-market buyout price — then your electricity cost drops to $0/month for the remaining life of the panels. (2) Renew the lease on annual terms. (3) Have the panels removed at no cost — the installer removes all equipment and returns your roof to its original condition, including patching any penetration points.

Yes. Solar leases are fully transferable to the new homeowner. The buyer takes over the same rate schedule and terms — which is actually a selling point, since they inherit immediate energy savings.

Your entire 25-year rate schedule is spelled out in your contract before you sign — you'll see exactly what your rate will be in year 1 and in year 25, in writing. Any annual adjustment is modest and disclosed upfront, so there are no surprises. Compare that to Illinois utility rates, which have jumped sharply and unpredictably in recent years with every rate case and capacity auction. We'll walk you through the full schedule so you know your numbers before you commit.

The installer will remove and reinstall the panels at no cost to you so your roof can be repaired. Panel removal and reinstallation is covered under the lease agreement.

The lease provider claims the federal business ITC and Illinois Shines RECs on your behalf, then passes those savings through to you as a lower lease rate. You benefit from the incentives without any paperwork or waiting.

Most lease programs require a minimum 650 FICO score. If your credit score is below 650, ask us about other options — we work with multiple programs to find the right fit.

From signing to activation, the typical timeline is 1-3 months. This includes engineering, permitting, installation, inspection, and utility interconnection. We handle all of it.

Solar leases are available to homeowners in Ameren Illinois (central and southern IL) and ComEd (northern IL and Chicagoland) service territories. Contact us to confirm your eligibility.

Excess energy goes back to the grid through net metering. You receive credits on your utility bill that offset future usage — so nothing goes to waste.