WattBuy’s Guide to

Solar Energy in
Westchester

Illinois

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The State of Solar in Westchester

Here are a few numbers showing how popular solar energy is in Westchester and how much solar energy potential there is on average.

17

Houses with solar panels

(circa 2019)*

826 kWh

Average monthly energy use per household

8 kW

Average system size

768 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

How much does solar cost in Westchester?

Average solar panel installation

$19,487

Federal Incentives

$5,846

Total

$13,641

Average monthly bill without solar

$143

Average monthly bill with solar

$10

Solar will pay for itself in

8 years
Tax Credits Available

Free money (kind of)

The Inflation Reduction Act has made it easier and more affordable than ever to go solar, thanks to a 30% federal tax credit. This means that for every $10,000 you spend on solar panels, you can deduct $3,000 from your federal taxes.

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Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Westchester can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.

Solar Incentives in Westchester

Special Assessment for Solar Energy Systems
City of Chicago - Green Building Permit ProgramsSee Details
Improvement Valuation of Commercial Solar Energy SystemsSee Details

The Solar Process

Getting solar panels may seem complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s what you can expect.

1

Understand your energy needs

Take a closer look at your energy usage to determine how much solar power you'll require.

2

Get quotes and choose an installer

Reach out to multiple solar companies to gather quotes and select the one that best fits your needs and budget.

3

Design the system

Work with your chosen installer to design a solar system customized to your specific requirements and goals.

4

Obtain the necessary permit

Take care of the paperwork and permits required by local authorities before installing your solar panels.

This takes 9 days on average.

5

Install solar panels

Let the professionals handle the installation of your solar panels and related equipment.

This takes 1 days on average.

6

Inspection time

Have your newly installed solar system inspected to ensure it meets safety and quality standards.

This takes 11 days on average.

7

Lights on!

Connect your solar system to the electrical grid and start generating clean, renewable energy for your home or business.

This takes 7 days on average.

Solar Installers in Westchester

Tesla

tesla.com

Coverage

Nationwide

Sunrun

sunrun.com

Coverage

AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, IL, MA, MD, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, PA, PR, RI, SC, TX, VA, VT, WI

Bright Planet Solar

www.brightplanetsolar.com

Coverage

CA, CT, IL, MA, NH, NJ, RI, UT

Freedom Forever

freedomforever.com

Coverage

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, PA, RI, SC, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI

ADT Solar

www.adt.com/solar

Coverage

AK, AZ, CA, FL, GA, IA, IL, KS, LA, MO, MS, NC, NE, NM, NV, OH, OK, SC, TN, TX, VA

Titan Solar Power

titansolarpower.com

Coverage

AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, LA, MD, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NM, NV, OH, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA

Palmetto Solar

palmetto.com

Coverage

AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NV, OH, PA, RI, SC, TX, UT, VA

All Energy Solar

www.allenergysolar.com/solar-install/residential

Coverage

IA, IL, MA, MN, NH, WI

National Solar Service

nationalsolarservice.com

Coverage

IL, MI

Tron Solar

tron.solar

Coverage

IL

ECG Solar

ecgsolar.com

Coverage

IA, IL, MN, WI

Stateline Solar

statelinesolar.net

Coverage

IL

Fresh Coast Solar

freshcoastsolar.com

Coverage

IL

EFS Energy

efsenergy.com

Coverage

IL, MO

GRNE Solar

www.grnesolar.com/residentialsolar

Coverage

CO, IA, IL, IN, MI, MO, NE, NY, OH, WI

Learn About Solar in Other Cities in Illinois

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