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Going solar is an exciting journey, and at times it can be a confusing one. Going solar with a knowledgeable, trusted installer like StraightUp Solar
StraightUp Solar offers an energy choice you can feel good about. We live and work in the regions we serve, so we care about the well-being of our communities. As a Certified B Corporation, we strive to uplift people and planet.
Brighter energy means paying less on your energy bills, doing your part for the planet, and having more control over your energy. From design to installation, we help Illinois homeowners uplift their energy with custom, turnkey solar solutions. We’ve been in business since 2006, and we will be here to care your system for years to come.
“The whole experience was terrific, the financing credit union team was easy to deal with, and the installers were very good, as well as very fast and friendly. It was a very positive experience with StraightUp Solar.”
Guido B.
Mulkeytown, Illinois Homeowner
Solar empowers you to choose where your energy comes from for your family, likely for the first time ever. With the cost of solar panels and solar energy technology steadily decreasing over the years, going solar has never been more affordable. It’s no wonder the popularity of solar is growing rapidly in Illinois.
In addition to immediate energy bill savings, federal and Illinois state incentives help you save up to 65% off the cost of your solar array. Investing in solar can also increase your home value, benefiting you when it's time to sell or refinance.
Solar is like owning a mini clean energy power plant on your roof (or yard). With utility rate increases in Illinois, going solar is a great way to lower your energy bill and lock in your utility costs. A solar + battery solution can protect against outages.
With 2,500 solar installations working for our community, we're proud to have collectively prevented 90 million pounds of CO2 from entering our region's atmosphere annually. That's equivalent to carbon sequestered by 50,000 acres of US forests. Join us!
Our handy two-minute quiz asks a series of questions to help determine whether your home is a good fit for solar. Everyone’s situation is different. We take pride in providing you with an accurate assessment.
StraightUp Solar was founded and is under the same ownership since 2006, a track record few other local companies can match. Our team of solar experts lives and works in the local communities we serve, bringing 2,500 solar projects to light for our neighbors.
StraightUp Solar’s success is driven by the 100+ people we employ, who—with diverse experiences, skills, and perspectives—unite under our CLEARE Values and certified B Corp status to achieve our mission.
Care for Community
Lead the Energy Transition
Educate Everyone
Advocate with Purpose
Respect People & Planet
Embody Excellence
“I felt like the company was great at listening to our needs, working with us to figure out the best solution. I felt like they really cared…. I would 150% recommend StraightUp Solar.”
“[Going solar] feels like we’re a part of something bigger. More and more people are thinking in this way. We have to do as much as we can now to make the world better for our kids and grandkids.”
“The people at StraightUp [Solar] have made each and every step in this process so easy and stress free for us. We can honestly recommend StraightUp Solar to anyone who considers going solar.”
“The folks that actually did the installation were of the utmost professional caliber. There’s no other solar installer that I would recommend other than StraightUp Solar.”
Before the solar installation crew can even set foot on your roof (or yard), there is a precise process that we have developed to get you there. Don’t worry, our professional team will guide you through every step!
Going solar is an exciting journey, and at times it can be a confusing one. Going solar with a knowledgeable, trusted installer like StraightUp Solar
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