Find out how much you can save with solar in Illinois
Enter your ZIP to get access to exclusive pricing with one of our trusted Illinois partners, serving ComEd and Ameren homeowners.
Free, no-obligation quotes. Savings vary by home and utility. $0-down offers are leases or PPAs and are subject to approval.
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ComEd solar
Commonwealth Edison (ComEd) serves about 4 million customers across Chicago and most of northern Illinois. Rebates, net metering and installers for ComEd homes.
Including Chicago, Evanston, Skokie, Glenview, Des Plaines and more
Ameren solar
Ameren Illinois serves about 1.2 million customers across central and southern Illinois, including the Metro East. Rebates, net metering and installers for Ameren homes.
Including Peoria, East Peoria, Pekin, Bloomington, Normal and more
Illinois incentives that still apply in 2026
$300/kW utility rebate
ComEd and Ameren pay a one-time rebate of about $300 per kW for new systems with a smart inverter, around $2,100 on a 7 kW system.
Learn more →Illinois Shines
The state buys the renewable energy credits your panels create. Installers usually pass that value to you as a lower price.
Learn more →Net metering credits
Power you send back to the grid still earns bill credits. New systems are credited at the supply rate.
Learn more →$0-down options
With the federal homeowner credit gone, leases and PPAs can still pass along a business tax credit as a lower rate.
Learn more →
Program details last reviewed October 2026. Rules and amounts change, so confirm current terms with your installer.
How it works
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Enter your ZIP
We confirm your home is in Illinois and which utility serves it.
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Answer a few questions
Your typical electric bill, your roof and how you'd like to pay. It takes about two minutes.
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Talk to a local specialist
An Illinois installer models your real savings, including Illinois Shines and your utility rebate. You decide what happens next.
Illinois solar guides
Illinois solar incentives in 2026
The 30% federal tax credit for homeowners is gone, but Illinois still has some of the strongest state solar programs in the country. Here's what's left and who qualifies.
How net metering works in Illinois now
Since January 1, 2025, new solar customers in ComEd and Ameren territory get credited for exported power at the supply rate. Here's what that means for your bill.
Illinois Shines, explained
Illinois Shines is the main reason solar in Illinois can cost far less than the sticker price. Here's how it works for ComEd and Ameren homeowners.
The federal solar tax credit in 2026
The 30% credit homeowners used for a decade is gone for new systems. Here's what still applies and how to make solar work without it.
Solar lease vs. buying in Illinois
With the federal homeowner credit gone, the math between owning and leasing solar in Illinois has shifted. Here's how to choose.
Is solar worth it in Illinois?
Illinois gets less sun than Arizona, but strong state incentives and rising utility rates make solar a good deal for many homes. Here's how to tell if yours is one.
Frequently asked questions
Is IL Solar Deals a solar installer?
No. IL Solar Deals is a free matching service. We connect Illinois homeowners with solar installers that serve their area, and you're never obligated to buy anything.
Does it cost anything to get a quote?
No. Quotes are free and there's no obligation. You decide whether to move forward after you see the numbers.
Which parts of Illinois do you serve?
We focus on homes served by ComEd (Chicago and northern Illinois) and Ameren Illinois (central and southern Illinois, including the Metro East). Homeowners on municipal utilities or electric co-ops can still request a quote, but incentives and net metering rules differ.
How much can solar save in Illinois?
It depends on your electric bill, roof, shade and how you pay for the system. A specialist will estimate savings using your actual ComEd or Ameren rates. Avoid any quote that promises specific savings without looking at your bills.
Is there still a solar tax credit?
The 30% federal homeowner credit ended for systems placed in service after 2025. Illinois Shines and the $300/kW utility rebate (about $2,100 for a 7 kW system) still apply. See all Illinois solar incentives.
Can I get solar with $0 down?
Often, yes. Solar leases and power purchase agreements (PPAs) usually have no upfront cost. Loans can also be $0 down. Approval depends on credit and the home.
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