What to Expect During Your Solar Qualification Appointment

If you’ve scheduled a solar appointment — or are thinking about it — you might be wondering what actually happens. Is someone going to show up with a contract and pressure you? Are you just going to get vague information? Will it even be worth your time?

Let’s set the record straight so you know exactly what to expect.

 
It’s a conversation, not a sales pitch

First off, this isn’t the kind of appointment where someone shows up with a “deal of the day” offer and tries to wear you down. It’s not about closing you in the driveway.

The purpose of the appointment is to:

Review your energy usage
Go over the Illinois Shines program
Show you what your home qualifies for
And help you make a clear yes or no decision
You’ll get straightforward info based on real numbers — not a generic quote or guess.

 
Your ComEd bill is what makes it possible

One thing you’ll need to have ready is your most recent ComEd bill — front and back. That’s what allows your system to be sized properly and gives us the ability to show you your monthly rate if you move forward.

No bill = no proposal. It’s that important.

 
You’ll see exactly what your home qualifies for

Once your usage is reviewed, you’ll see a custom system design, what it would produce, and what it would cost under the program.

This includes:

Whether you qualify for a $0-down installation
What your locked-in solar rate would be
Whether battery backup (like a Tesla Powerwall) can be included
If it makes sense for you, great. If not, you’ll know why — and there’s no obligation to move forward.

 
You’re expected to make a decision — if it makes sense

This part matters: the goal of the appointment is to leave with a decision.

Not because of pressure, but because everything you need to make an informed choice is on the table by the end of the visit. You’ll know what you qualify for, how it affects your monthly bill, and what the next step looks like.

You don’t need to decide on the spot if you’re unsure, but we do ask that homeowners come into the appointment expecting to make a call based on the numbers.

 
Final Thoughts

A solar qualification appointment isn’t complicated. It’s just an honest review of your energy situation, what the program offers, and whether the fit is there.

We’re not here to talk you into anything. We’re here to give you real info, help you understand your options, and guide you through it if it’s a yes.

That’s it.