Greenlink Energy Solutions Reviews

Greenlink Energy Solutions services areas in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Note: Costs in this table are average costs for the state and do not represent specific company pricing. "Average cost after ITC” reflects the cost after receiving the full 30% solar investment tax credit (ITC). “Estimated net savings” is the average amount residents in that state will save on electricity over 25 years, including their cost of installing a solar energy system.

Greenlink does not specify the type of solar panels that it uses. According to the company, its panels are efficient and aesthetically pleasing. Its panels include monitoring systems that allow you to track your solar and electrical usage within its mobile app. Because it’s unclear what brands the company utilizes or their capacity, you’ll have to get a free estimate to learn more specifics.

Outside of just solar panels, Greenlink also sells and installs the following:

• Backup generators: Portable power stations that offer on-demand power utilizing solar technology.
• Electric vehicle chargers: Personal EV charging stations for your garage or outdoor shed.
• Solar batteries: Power storage solutions for excess power generated by your solar panels.

The installation process starts with the company thoroughly analyzing your home’s solar potential and needs. Using that analysis, its team creates a custom solar system that produces the best possible return on investment (ROI) for your needs.

Once you agree on the design and setup, Greenlink handles everything from permit approval to long-term warranties. All its employees are licensed and insured, and the company is certified by the Building Performance Institute (BPI).

If you want more than just solar installation, take advantage of Greenlink’s 360 Home Performance process. This process is designed to improve every facet of your home’s performance in three steps:

1. Envelope: This refers to your home’s insulation, air sealing, windows and doors. During this stage, the company ensures all these areas of the home are optimized and sealed properly to provide the best starting point.
2. Mechanical: The company analyzes your home's mechanical components, including ventilation, indoor air quality and HVAC, to make sure they’re operating at peak efficiency.
3. Solar: Once its team guarantees that your home is optimized to provide the best ROI on solar investment, it will work through the solar design and installation process with you.

Like most solar companies, Greenlink doesn’t share its pricing information online. Solar prices can vary greatly depending on a variety of factors, from the size of your home to the way it faces the sun. Most homeowners pay between $12,000 to $30,000 for a residential solar system.

To get an accurate pricing estimate, you’ll have to fill out an online quote form. The company can also perform a home energy audit to determine if your home is a good candidate for solar.

Financing

Greenlink partners with two financial institutions to offer financing options. Its partners include Energy Finance Solutions and Wisetack, both of which offer customizable and flexible loan or financing programs for solar energy projects.

• Energy Finance Solutions: Proactive and reactive loans designed for solar energy projects. Rates and terms vary.
• Wisetack: Terms ranging from three to 60 months at an annual percentage rate (APR) between 0% and 29.9%. There are no prepayment penalties, origination fees or compounding interest.

Greenlink also partners with local utility companies to help streamline the rebate and incentive processes for its customers.

Greenlink’s solar solutions come with a manufacturer’s warranty and an additional company warranty that covers products, materials and services. Greenlink does not specify how long its warranty is.