84/100CR 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 Gurnee, IL (2026)
104 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Gurnee: Solar & Energy Experts LLC, CR Score 84/100; 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 3
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Illinois Solar Power, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 104.
- 9
Most-reviewed: Burlington Fireplace & Solar, 1,754 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 104 ranked; ranked #9.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
104 Gurnee solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 9 are open 24/7, 63 open Saturdays and 20 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 104 rated businesses.
Top 10 solar installers in Gurnee at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Solar & Energy Experts LLC | 84 | 5.0★ (41) | Cicero, 29 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Midwest Solutions Inc | 83 | 4.9★ (151) | Antioch, 13 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Illinois Solar Power | 83 | 5.0★ (5) | Fox Lake, 4 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | YourSolarHelp | 82 | 5.0★ (9) | Gurnee | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Edelman Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, Electric & Solar | 82 | 4.8★ (396) | Elkhorn, 40 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Smart Sky Solar | 82 | 4.9★ (46) | Schaumburg, 23 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Tron Solar | 82 | 4.8★ (989) | Vernon Hills, 11 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Tesla Solar | 81 | 4.0★ (4) | Libertyville, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Burlington Fireplace & Solar | 81 | 5.0★ (1,754) | Burlington, 29 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 10 | PB Solar Panel Installer | 81 | 5.0★ (60) | Highland Park, 14 mi away | Sat | — |
The 104 best solar installers in Gurnee, 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 Antioch, 13 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 151 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 151 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 372 North Ave, Antioch, IL 60002
Based in Fox Lake, 4 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #3 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
Based in Gurnee
82/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
- 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 6615 Grand Ave #1104, Gurnee, IL 60031
Based in Elkhorn, 40 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 396 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 396 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 5384 WI-11, Elkhorn, WI 53121
Based in Schaumburg, 23 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #6 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
#7 Tron Solar
Based in Vernon Hills, 11 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 989 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 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
#8 Tesla Solar
Based in Libertyville, 8 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1121 S Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, IL 60048
Based in Burlington, 29 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 1,754 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (1,754).
- 5.0★ from 1,754 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 857 Milwaukee Ave, Burlington, WI 53105
Based in Highland Park, 14 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #10 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
#11 Sunrun Solar
Based in Des Plaines, 25 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #11 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 Franklin Park, 31 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #12 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
Based in Crystal Lake, 22 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 45 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 605 E Terra Cotta Ave unit A, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Based in Chicago, 28 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #14 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
#15 Certasun
Based in Buffalo Grove, 13 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 306 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 306 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1582 Barclay Blvd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
#16 SunPower®
Based in Vernon Hills, 10 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 451 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.1★ from 451 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–11 PM · Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 200 N Fairway Dr Ste 180, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Based in Crest Hill, 36 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #17 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 Skokie, 25 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #18 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 Bensenville, 27 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #19 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 Apache Junction, 22 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #20 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 Wood Dale, 27 mi away
77/100CR 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
#22 WindSoleil
Based in Chicago, 35 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #22 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
#23 GoSolar
Based in Cicero, 29 mi away
76/100CR ScoreRanked #23 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 Arlington Heights, 17 mi away
76/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 219 Google reviews, 219 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 219 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 3401 N Kennicott Ave Suit A/B, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Based in Barrington, 19 mi away
76/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 259 Google reviews, 259 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 259 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 118 Barrington Commons Ct Ste 222, Barrington, IL 60010
Solar installers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 104 ranked solar installers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Gurnee
20 more solar installers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| ACSS Energy | 5.0★ (2) | 36 mi |
| Apollo Solar Energies | 5.0★ (1) | 23 mi |
| Carlson Solar Energy | 5.0★ (1) | 32 mi |
| Continental Energy Solutions LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 36 mi |
| Energy Efficient Building Systems By Solarcrete | 5.0★ (2) | 36 mi |
| Geothermal Energy Solutions, Inc. | 4.5★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Global SunPower | 1.0★ (1) | 28 mi |
| Hardt Electric Inc | 3.0★ (2) | 27 mi |
| JD Pro Electric INC | 5.0★ (1) | 27 mi |
| Next Level Windows Inc. | 4.9★ (86) | In Gurnee |
| Poltech Electric Inc. | 5.0★ (1) | 22 mi |
| Real Solar Incentives | 5.0★ (1) | 34 mi |
| Ridge Top Exteriors | 4.9★ (127) | In Gurnee |
| SLR Werks Solar Panel Installer LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 26 mi |
| Solar Connections International | 5.0★ (1) | 23 mi |
| Solar Panels Installation Oak Park | 1.0★ (1) | 34 mi |
| Solar SmartRoof by Powur | 5.0★ (2) | 30 mi |
| Solar Us Shop | 4.0★ (1) | 35 mi |
| TruLight-Solar | 3.0★ (2) | 33 mi |
| USA Clean Solar | 1.0★ (1) | 9 mi |
How much do solar installers cost in Gurnee?
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 Gurnee solar installers
We scored 104 Gurnee 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 Gurnee 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 Gurnee: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Gurnee?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Gurnee, IL is Solar & Energy Experts LLC with a CR Score of 84/100. It has 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Midwest Solutions Inc (#2) and Illinois Solar Power (#3) follow. We ranked 104 solar installers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in Gurnee?
ContractorsRanked ranks 104 solar installers serving Gurnee, IL. 1 of them is based in Gurnee; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which solar installers in Gurnee are open 24/7?
9 ranked solar installers in Gurnee post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Solar & Energy Experts LLC (#1), Illinois Solar Power (#3) and Edelman Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, Electric & Solar (#5). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Gurnee work on weekends?
63 of 104 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 20 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Solar & Energy Experts LLC (#1), Midwest Solutions Inc (#2) and Illinois Solar Power (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Gurnee?
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 Gurnee solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 104 rated solar installers in Gurnee is 4.9★, with a median of 28 reviews. Burlington Fireplace & Solar has the most, 1,754 reviews, and ranks #9. 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 Gurnee count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Gurnee 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.
Update log for Gurnee
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 104 solar installers serving Gurnee.
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