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Congressman John Shimkus Visits Tick Tock Energy to Discuss Solar, Energy Policy
US Rep. John Shimkus (R-IL) visited Tick Tock Energy, Inc. Monday to learn more about the quickly growing solar industry in Illinois and discuss energy policy issues. Congressman Shimkus is the ranking member of [...]
Tick Tock Energy Chosen as Installer for MREA East Central Illinois Solar Group Buy Program
Tick Tock Energy was recently chosen as the solar contractor for the competitive Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) Solar Group Buy Program. This is an exciting development for Tick Tock and to further advance [...]
The Declining Federal Solar Tax Credit and Top Things to Know for 2019
Many solar homeowners and businesses have benefited from generous federal solar tax credits. But like all good things, these tax credits will end and start to phase-out after 2019 What Are Federal Solar Tax Credits? Since 2005, [...]
Top Solar and Lighting Contractor Celebrates 13 Years in Business
Tick Tock Energy is celebrating 13 years of business in Central Illinois this year. What started as a business venture by brothers Craig, Eric and Matt Pals, in 2006 has grown quickly and is [...]
IPA Announces Allocation of Adjustable Block Program Discretionary Capacity
The Illinois Power Agency (IPA) has announced allocation of the remaining 25% discretionary capacity (approximately 166.5 MW) of the Illinois Adjustable Block Program (ABP). The majority of funds, 91.5 MW, will be allocated to Large [...]
Free Presentation about the Financial Benefits of Solar
The public is invited to a FREE event hosted by Tick Tock Energy to discuss the financial benefits of solar! Event will be held March 26 at the Jacobs residence, starting at 5:30 p.m. Located [...]
Illinois Smart Inverter Rebates Could Benefit You
Illinois businesses and solar communities interested in investing in solar power might be overlooking an incentive that could save them a lot of money. As Illinois makes a strong push to get more energy from renewable [...]
Winter Weather and Solar Panels: The Good and the Bad
Midwest winter weather can be hard on the roads, your car, and your body. However, is winter weather hard on your solar panels? Does the cold, snow, and ice affect your solar panels [...]
Snow on Solar Panels: Do’s and Don’ts
As the depths of winter settle in, many solar homeowners might be asking a similar question: How do I deal with snow on my solar panels? Fist and foremost: CAUTION Overall, we really recommend [...]