87/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Solar Installers in Avondale, IL (2026)
131 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Avondale: Solar & Energy Experts LLC, CR Score 87/100; 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): JD Pro Electric Inc, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 131.
- 13
Most-reviewed: Tron Solar, 989 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 131 ranked; ranked #13.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
131 Avondale solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 12 are open 24/7, 79 open Saturdays and 27 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 131 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Solar installers in West Town ranking. See Solar installers in West Town
Top 10 solar installers in Avondale at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Solar & Energy Experts LLC | 87 | 5.0★ (41) | Cicero, 16 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | JD Pro Electric Inc | 85 | 5.0★ (134) | Franklin Park, 8 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Sunrun Solar | 84 | 4.1★ (822) | Des Plaines, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 4 | Atlas Solar Advisors | 83 | 5.0★ (18) | Chicago, 4 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Smart Sky Solar | 82 | 4.9★ (46) | Schaumburg, 21 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | WindSoleil | 82 | 4.9★ (72) | Chicago, 4 mi away | Sat | — |
| 7 | SUNRISE SOLAR | 82 | 4.9★ (173) | Willowbrook, 18 mi away | Sat | — |
| 8 | SLR Solar Panel Installer | 82 | 5.0★ (50) | Skokie, 6 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Ananta Energy Source | 82 | 5.0★ (10) | Darien, 25 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Mr. Electric of Greater Naperville | 81 | 4.8★ (185) | Crest Hill, 23 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 131 best solar installers in Avondale, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Franklin Park, 8 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 134 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 134 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 9230 Grand Ave, Franklin Park, IL 60131
#3 Sunrun Solar
Based in Des Plaines, 12 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 822 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.1★ from 822 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 2291 & 2309 S Mt Prospect Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Based in Chicago, 4 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3152 W Devon Ave APT 2D, Chicago, IL 60659
Based in Schaumburg, 21 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 46 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun 8 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 1901 N Roselle Rd Suit 800, Schaumburg, IL 60195
#6 WindSoleil
Based in Chicago, 4 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 72 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 72 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 401 N Trumbull Ave # D, Chicago, IL 60624
Based in Willowbrook, 18 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 173 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 173 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 825 75th St UNIT E, Willowbrook, IL 60527
Based in Skokie, 6 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 4939 Oakton St, Skokie, IL 60077
Based in Darien, 25 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Crest Hill, 23 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 185 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 185 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Bensenville, 13 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 715 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
- 4.8★ from 715 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1270 Mark St, Bensenville, IL 60106
Based in Chicago, 14 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 61 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 61 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 7509 S Chappel Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
#13 Tron Solar
Based in Vernon Hills, 23 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 989 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (989).
- 4.8★ from 989 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 950 Corporate Woods Pkwy, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Based in Highland Park, 18 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 60 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 60 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1376 Cavell Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035
Based in Bolingbrook, 25 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 498 W Boughton Rd, Bolingbrook, IL 60440
Based in Downers Grove, 7 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–8 PM
Based in Des Plaines, 3 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–8 PM
Based in Western Springs, 14 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 4736 Grand Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558
#19 RxSun
Based in Chicago, 2 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 121 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 121 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2211 N Elston Ave Suite 208, Chicago, IL 60614
Based in Montgomery, 35 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Wood Dale, 14 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 955 Lively Blvd, Wood Dale, IL 60191
Based in Apache Junction, 12 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 10 AM–7 PM
Based in Chicago, 4 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 234 Google reviews, 234 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 234 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 4747 W Peterson Ave Ste 407, Chicago, IL 60646
#24 GoSolar
Based in Cicero, 15 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
Based in Richton Park, 31 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 4137 Sauk Trail Suite 333, Richton Park, IL 60471
How much do solar installers cost in Avondale?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Illinois with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar panel installation | $26,020 | $29,430 | $32,010 | Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range × 0.95 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
How we ranked Avondale solar installers
We scored 131 Avondale solar installers on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Avondale data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Solar installers in Avondale: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Avondale?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Avondale, IL is Solar & Energy Experts LLC with a CR Score of 87/100. It has 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. JD Pro Electric Inc (#2) and Sunrun Solar (#3) follow. We ranked 131 solar installers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
Which solar installers in Avondale are open 24/7?
12 ranked solar installers in Avondale post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Solar & Energy Experts LLC (#1), JD Pro Electric Inc (#2) and Atlas Solar Advisors (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Avondale work on weekends?
79 of 131 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 27 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Solar & Energy Experts LLC (#1), JD Pro Electric Inc (#2) and Sunrun Solar (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Avondale?
Solar panel installation typically costs $26,020 to $32,010, with $29,430 typical (Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range × 0.95 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report)). The range is adjusted for Illinois. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Avondale solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 131 rated solar installers in Avondale is 4.9★, with a median of 22 reviews. Tron Solar has the most, 989 reviews, and ranks #13. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank solar installers?
Each solar installer gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do solar installers outside Avondale count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Avondale city center, our service radius for solar installers. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Can solar installers pay to rank higher on ContractorsRanked?
No. The CR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured businesses may appear above the list, labelled Featured and showing their honest rank.
Update log for Avondale
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 131 solar installers serving Avondale.
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