Solar Energy Cost in Des Plaines, IL in 2026
Most Solar Energy projects in Des Plaines, IL cost between $19,000 and $36,000. The typical price is $26,000.
Labour and materials in Des Plaines run about 14% above the national average. These figures are adjusted for that, so they are not the national average you will find elsewhere.
What drives the price
- Panel efficiency and inverter type
- Roof complexity and mounting hardware
- Main panel upgrade if the busbar cannot take the backfeed
- Battery storage, which is priced separately
Usually included
- Panels, inverters and racking
- Design, permitting and interconnection
- Installation and commissioning
Usually extra
- Battery storage
- Roof repair or replacement before install
- Utility interconnection fees in some territories
Unit prices in Des Plaines, IL
| Quality tier | Cost per watt |
|---|---|
| Budget | $2.38 |
| Mid-range | $3.25 |
| High-end | $4.55 |
Solar panel installers in Des Plaines, IL
Businesses listed on Google near Des Plaines, IL. We are not affiliated with them and do not vet them — always confirm licensing and insurance before hiring.
Kapital Electric, Inc.
4.8(747 reviews)
1270 Mark St, Bensenville, IL 60106
Sunrun
4.1(854 reviews)
2291 & 2309 S Mt Prospect Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Certasun
4.7(328 reviews)
1582 Barclay Blvd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Smart Sky Solar
4.9(122 reviews)
1901 N Roselle Rd Suit 800, Schaumburg, IL 60195
Semper Solr
4.9(117 reviews)
3701 W Algonquin Rd Ste 1020, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
Windfree Solar Co
4.6(117 reviews)
5022 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60630