
Ailey Solar
Ailey Solar
Ailey Solar was founded in 2007 by two environmental activists and is headquartered in Chicago. Its team manages each solar project in-house from consultation through installation.
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Business Highlights
- The company describes itself as locally owned and operated.
Service Area
Chicagoland, Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin.
Active Business Listing
Ailey Solar is one of 7 solar companies ProsGrade lists in Chicago, Illinois.
4 services listed, including Residential Solar, Commercial Solar and Non-Profit Solar. Open weekdays, closed on weekends. 57 reviews.
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How This Business Compares
How Ailey Solar compares with the other 6 solar companies on ProsGrade in Chicago, using public Google ratings and review counts.
- Has more Google reviews (57) than 4 of the 6 other Chicago solar companies on ProsGrade.
Services Covered
4 services- Residential SolarThe company's process includes energy-use analysis and system sizing, custom design, and a roof evaluation before installation.
- Commercial SolarCommercial projects include analysis of a property's energy use and solar yield, a system designed for its space, and ongoing maintenance and support after installation.
- Non-Profit Solar
- Solar Panel Detach and ResetFor roof repairs, renovations or relocation, the company temporarily removes and documents the system, stores panels on the property, then reinstalls and tests them after the roof work.
Reviews
What customers say
Customers praise clear explanations, consultative recommendations and patient communication through the solar process. One homeowner says Ailey stayed patient during an HOA approval delay; another says the team provided recommendations when an older home needed a main-panel upgrade.
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Joshua Konieczny
Obilon Kenobi
Ovi Hentea
Melanie Chapman
James Isaacs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will I still be a utility customer after going solar?
Customers remain utility customers and are responsible for a utility bill.
Which purchase and financing options are available?
Residential options include cash, a solar loan or a power purchase agreement. Commercial options also include C-PACE financing, leases and lease-to-own.
How long does a detach-and-reset project take?
A typical project takes about two weeks from initial removal to final reactivation, depending on the roofing work schedule.










