Solar Services Built for
Illinois Homeowners
From custom installation to $0-down financing, battery backup, and lifetime maintenance — we handle everything so you can start saving faster.
Certified Installer
Everything You Need, Under One Roof
We're your single point of contact from first consultation through decades of clean energy production.
Residential Solar Installation
Custom-designed systems for Illinois homes
- Free on-site energy assessment & custom system design
- Premium Tier-1 panels with 25-year performance warranty
- Full permit pulling, utility interconnection & inspection
- Professional installation by certified Illinois electricians
- System monitoring app so you track savings in real time
$0-Down Solar Financing
Start saving from day one — no upfront cost
- $0 down — pay nothing until your system is producing power
- Low fixed monthly payments often less than your current bill
- Federal 30% ITC tax credit guidance included at no charge
- Illinois SREC & ComEd / Ameren net metering maximized
- Loan, lease, and PPA options — we find what fits your budget
Battery Storage & Backup
Keep the lights on when the grid goes down
- Whole-home or critical-load backup battery systems
- Compatible with new installs or existing solar arrays
- Enphase IQ Battery & Tesla Powerwall certified installers
- Automatic switchover — no manual intervention needed
- Maximize self-consumption and time-of-use savings
Maintenance & Monitoring
Protect your investment for decades
- Annual performance inspections & panel cleaning
- Remote monitoring with proactive fault alerts
- Inverter diagnostics, repair & replacement
- Roof penetration re-sealing & structural checks
- Service plans available for all brands & installers
Our 6-Step Installation Process
We make going solar simple. Here's exactly what happens from your first call to your first bill savings.
Free Consultation
We review your energy bills, roof condition, and goals — no pressure, no obligation.
Custom Design
Our engineers design a system sized exactly for your home and Illinois sun exposure.
Permits & Approval
We handle every permit, utility application, and inspection on your behalf.
Professional Install
Our certified crew completes most installs in a single day with zero mess left behind.
Utility Interconnect
We coordinate with ComEd or Ameren to flip the switch and activate net metering.
Ongoing Support
Monitor your system via app and call us anytime — we're your local team for life.
Why Illinois Homeowners Choose
2nd City Solar Energy
We're not a national call center — we're your neighbors. A veteran-owned, locally operated team that lives and works in the communities we serve. That means faster response times, honest advice, and accountability that lasts long after install day.
Veteran Owned & Operating
Small Business
The same discipline and commitment to service that defined our military careers now powers Illinois homes with clean energy.
Ready to Start Saving?
Get a free, no-obligation quote today. Most Illinois homeowners save $1,200+ per year — find out what your home qualifies for.