56/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 990 Google reviews, the most in Jacksonville.
- 4.7★ from 990 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1555 W Jefferson St, Springfield, IL 62702
Best Solar Installers in Jacksonville, IL (2026)
12 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Jacksonville: MB Heating & Cooling, CR Score 56/100; 4.7★ from 990 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 3
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Skydrop Energy, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 12.
- 2
Most-reviewed: Aveyo, 296 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 12 ranked after MB Heating & Cooling; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
12 Jacksonville solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 3 are open 24/7, 5 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 12 rated businesses.
Top 10 solar installers in Jacksonville at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MB Heating & Cooling | 56 | 4.7★ (990) | Springfield, 30 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Aveyo | 56 | 4.9★ (296) | Springfield, 31 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 3 | Skydrop Energy | 55 | 5.0★ (13) | Springfield, 29 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | LGCY Power | 54 | 4.2★ (153) | Springfield, 33 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 5 | Route 66 Solar | 54 | 4.9★ (108) | Springfield, 31 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 6 | Midwest Solar Solutions | 52 | 4.9★ (55) | East Saint Louis, 33 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 7 | Capital City Roofing & Solar | 52 | 5.0★ (26) | Springfield, 35 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | WindSolarUSA, Inc. | 49 | 4.7★ (15) | Springfield, 31 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | API Solar | 48 | 5.0★ (3) | Springfield, 33 mi away | Sat | — |
| 10 | EFS Energy | 47 | 4.0★ (4) | Springfield, 31 mi away | — | — |
The 12 best solar installers in Jacksonville, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
#2 Aveyo
Based in Springfield, 31 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 296 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 296 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 916 Community Dr, Springfield, IL 62703
Based in Springfield, 29 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 24049 Burr Oaks Ln, Athens, IL 62613
#4 LGCY Power
Based in Springfield, 33 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 153 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.2★ from 153 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 1617 Groth St, Springfield, IL 62703
Based in Springfield, 31 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 108 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 108 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1 W Old State Capitol Plaza Suite 505, Springfield, IL 62701
Based in East Saint Louis, 33 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Springfield, 35 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1501 Appalachian Trail, Rochester, IL 62563
Based in Springfield, 31 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 104 N 6th St, Springfield, IL 62701
#9 API Solar
Based in Springfield, 33 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #9 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–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 3888 N Peoria Rd, Springfield, IL 62702
#10 EFS Energy
Based in Springfield, 31 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 920 S Spring St Suite 2600, Springfield, IL 62704
#11 IQ Group Inc
Based in Springfield, 33 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3888 N Peoria Rd, Springfield, IL 62702
Based in Springfield, 33 mi away
42/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 4.7★ from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3009 Singer Ave, Springfield, IL 62703
Also serving Jacksonville
9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cors Electric | 5.0★ (3) | In Jacksonville |
| DC Solar | 31 mi | |
| EcoGen America | 31 mi | |
| Go Solar Save | 28 mi | |
| Homestead Energy LLC | 35 mi | |
| Illinois Solar Farms - residential solar lease | 29 mi | |
| Kingery's Construction & Roofing | 3.7★ (3) | In Jacksonville |
| Our World Energy | 29 mi | |
| Reliable Solar Energy & Roofing | 5.0★ (2) | 30 mi |
How much do solar installers cost in Jacksonville?
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 Jacksonville solar installers
We scored 12 Jacksonville solar installers on ten 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. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, 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 Jacksonville data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
Solar installers in Jacksonville: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Jacksonville?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Jacksonville, IL is MB Heating & Cooling with a CR Score of 56/100. It has 4.7★ from 990 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Aveyo (#2) and Skydrop Energy (#3) follow. We ranked 12 solar installers on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in Jacksonville?
ContractorsRanked ranks 12 solar installers serving Jacksonville, IL. Another 9 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which solar installers in Jacksonville are open 24/7?
3 ranked solar installers in Jacksonville post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are MB Heating & Cooling (#1), Skydrop Energy (#3) and Capital City Roofing & Solar (#7). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Jacksonville work on weekends?
5 of 12 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are MB Heating & Cooling (#1), Skydrop Energy (#3) and LGCY Power (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Jacksonville?
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 Jacksonville solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 12 rated solar installers in Jacksonville is 4.8★, with a median of 21 reviews. MB Heating & Cooling has the most, 990 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do solar installers outside Jacksonville count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 12 solar installers serving Jacksonville.
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