Should I Get Ground-Mounted or Roof-Mounted Solar Panels? If you are thinking about improving your Illinois home, farm, or business with solar panels, there is one big question that needs to be answered: Ground-mounted solar panels or roof-mounted solar panels? The answer will vary based on your preference as well as the layout of your property, [...]
How Do Solar Panels Work? Solar energy is quickly becoming a popular choice to power homes, farms, and businesses throughout Illinois and the Midwest. Why? Because of the many (and endless) benefits they provide. Not only is solar energy a clean, renewable source of electricity, but it is also more affordable than traditional energy sources [...]
Do you run a farm or a business in Illinois? Are you looking for a long-term solution to combat the ever-rising cost of electricity that powers your day-to-day operations? You’re not alone—more and more people are making the switch from traditional energy sources, such as coal, to the cost-saving world of solar power. And Tick [...]
As solar power has rapidly gained popularity over the last few years, many companies have popped up in order to try and get in on some of the potential business. While there are plenty of reputable solar companies, there are also many businesses that are utilizing the increase in demand for profit without caring about [...]
Big Increase in Ameren Illinois Electricity Bills Ameren Illinois customers have been shocked to see the increase in their electric bills as new energy supply prices and electricity rate increases are setting in. In this blog post, we’ll address the key components of Ameren Illinois’ rate structure and what portions are increasing in price. [...]
A common solar with battery installation will feature an outbuilding where the batteries are housed at a stable temperature Do Solar Panels Need Batteries? No, But There Are 2 Main Reasons Why Illinois Homeowners Are Adding Them To Their Systems A common misconception that many homeowners have is that batteries are required [...]
As spring brings warmer days and sunshine, our solar installation crews are busy installing more ground-mounted solar systems around Illinois and the Midwest. A major portion of our business these days is mounting solar panels on a variety of ground mounted solar racking systems. If you have some ground to work with, mounting [...]
Thinking of Making Solar Your Next DIY Project? Think Twice! 8 Reasons To Hire a Qualified Solar Installer in Illinois vs. Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Many homeowners prefer to tackle home improvement projects with a "Do-it-Yourself", or DIY approach: bathroom remodels, kitchen upgrades, plumbing work, wiring up a light fixture, etc. However, when it comes [...]
Solar Panels as a Home Improvement Project in Illinois With people spending more time at home than ever, the expenditure on home improvement projects is high across the United States. In Illinois, many homeowners are contemplating projects like a new home addition, a bathroom or kitchen remodel, new HVAC unit, or (most importantly [...]
A Hoyleton, IL customer looks over his battery backup system being installed by Tick Tock Energy. His gas-powered generator can be seen on the left. Plan To Make Solar Power AND Energy Security your New Year’s Resolution? Here’s What to Think About When Going Solar. Energy security, energy storage, and emergency power [...]
