86/100CR 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 Lincoln Square, IL (2026)
133 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Lincoln Square: Solar & Energy Experts LLC, CR Score 86/100; 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): E. Scott Ostrowski: Awesome Options for Awesome People, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 133.
- 15
Most-reviewed: Tron Solar, 989 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 133 ranked; ranked #15.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
133 Lincoln Square solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 14 are open 24/7, 80 open Saturdays and 29 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 133 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 Lincoln Square at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Solar & Energy Experts LLC | 86 | 5.0★ (41) | Cicero, 18 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | E. Scott Ostrowski: Awesome Options for Awesome People | 86 | 5.0★ (48) | Naperville, 23 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | JD Pro Electric Inc | 84 | 5.0★ (134) | Franklin Park, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Atlas Solar Advisors | 84 | 5.0★ (18) | Chicago, 2 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Sunrun Solar | 84 | 4.1★ (822) | Des Plaines, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 6 | AweSun Power | 83 | 5.0★ (15) | Downers Grove, 23 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Smart Sky Solar | 82 | 4.9★ (46) | Schaumburg, 21 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | SLR Solar Panel Installer | 82 | 5.0★ (50) | Skokie, 5 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | WindSoleil | 82 | 4.9★ (72) | Chicago, 6 mi away | Sat | — |
| 10 | SUNRISE SOLAR | 82 | 4.9★ (173) | Willowbrook, 20 mi away | Sat | — |
The 133 best solar installers in Lincoln Square, 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 Naperville, 23 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Franklin Park, 9 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #3 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 Chicago, 2 mi away
84/100CR 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
#5 Sunrun Solar
Based in Des Plaines, 12 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #5 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
#6 AweSun Power
Based in Downers Grove, 23 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Schaumburg, 21 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #7 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
Based in Skokie, 5 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
#9 WindSoleil
Based in Chicago, 6 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #9 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
#10 SUNRISE SOLAR
Based in Willowbrook, 20 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #10 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 Bensenville, 14 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 Darien, 28 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #12 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, 25 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #13 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 Highland Park, 16 mi away
81/100CR 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
#15 Tron Solar
Based in Vernon Hills, 21 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #15 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 Chicago, 16 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #16 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
Based in Bolingbrook, 28 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #17 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 Apache Junction, 12 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #18 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 Downers Grove, 10 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #19 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 Chicago, 3 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #20 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
Based in Des Plaines, 5 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #21 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 Wood Dale, 14 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #22 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 Western Springs, 16 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #23 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
#24 RxSun
Based in Chicago, 4 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #24 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, 37 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #25 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
How much do solar installers cost in Lincoln Square?
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 Lincoln Square solar installers
We scored 133 Lincoln Square 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 Lincoln Square 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 Lincoln Square: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Lincoln Square?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Lincoln Square, IL is Solar & Energy Experts LLC with a CR Score of 86/100. It has 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. E. Scott Ostrowski: Awesome Options for Awesome People (#2) and JD Pro Electric Inc (#3) follow. We ranked 133 solar installers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in Lincoln Square?
ContractorsRanked ranks 133 solar installers serving Lincoln Square, IL. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which solar installers in Lincoln Square are open 24/7?
14 ranked solar installers in Lincoln Square post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Solar & Energy Experts LLC (#1), E. Scott Ostrowski: Awesome Options for Awesome People (#2) and JD Pro Electric Inc (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Lincoln Square work on weekends?
80 of 133 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 29 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Solar & Energy Experts LLC (#1), E. Scott Ostrowski: Awesome Options for Awesome People (#2) and JD Pro Electric Inc (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Lincoln Square?
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 Lincoln Square solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 133 rated solar installers in Lincoln Square is 4.9★, with a median of 20 reviews. Tron Solar has the most, 989 reviews, and ranks #15. 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 Lincoln Square count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Lincoln Square 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 Lincoln Square
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 133 solar installers serving Lincoln Square.
- October 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.
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