Welcome Home: Celebrating 24 Years of Powering the Midwest

For over 24 years, Solar Power Midwest has been quietly powering the region. Since 2001, we have evolved from a local family operation into a leader in renewable energy, driven by a single mission: to help our neighbors achieve true energy independence.

Today, we are proud to announce the next step in that journey.

Welcome to the new SolarPowerMidwest.com—a digital space designed to be as reliable, transparent, and efficient as the systems we install.

A New Look for a Time-Tested Legacy

While our look has changed, our foundation hasn't. We built this new website to serve as a resource for you. Whether you are a farmer in Morris looking to cut overhead or a homeowner in the suburbs looking for security against grid outages, this site is your new headquarters.

Tour the New Homepage

We wanted our digital front door to reflect the reality of our work. Here are three new features we are excited to highlight:

1. Real Numbers, Real Impact (The Success Stories)

We believe in proof over promises. On our new homepage, you will find our Success Stories section. It highlights the milestone of over 1,200+ satisfied customers and the millions of dollars saved in energy costs. These aren't just stats; they are families who have taken control of their power bills.

2. Illinois Roots (Our Vision)

You won't find generic stock photos of California palm trees here. We are featuring real Midwestern homes and barns—like the "Blue Barn" project—because solar looks different here than it does on the coast. Our "Vision" section is dedicated to showing you exactly what energy independence looks like in your specific neighborhood.

3. The "Rebates & Referrals" Hub

Solar incentives change fast. That’s why we added a dedicated "Stay Updated" section at the bottom of the page. By entering your email, you aren't just joining a newsletter—you are getting a direct line to the latest Illinois rebate updates and our upcoming referral rewards program.

Deep Dive: The About Page

Beyond the homepage, we’ve completely overhauled the About section to be more transparent about who we are and how we work.

4. Our Journey & Expertise

In the "Experts in Solar" section, we trace our history from our founding in 2001 to the present day. We also highlight the sheer scale of our impact—having delivered over 100 Megawatts of solar power. We take pride in quality workmanship and treating your home like our own, a core value that has kept us in business for over two decades.

5. The "How It Works" Breakdown

We know that switching to solar can feel complicated with permits and utility applications. We fixed that. On the new About page, we break down our process into simple, transparent steps: Design, Permitting, and Installation. We want you to see exactly how we handle the heavy lifting so you can just sit back and enjoy the savings.

Expanding Your Options: The Services Page

We built SPMW to be a "One-Stop Shop for Energy Upgrades," and our new Services page reflects that. It’s not just about panels on a roof anymore. We’ve expanded our digital catalog to showcase the full scope of how we protect your home:

6. Total Home Resilience

You’ll now find dedicated sections for Storage & Backup (Batteries & Generators), HVAC/Efficiency (Geothermal), and Electric Vehicle Charging. We want you to see the full picture of what energy independence looks like.

7. The "Why" Behind the "What"

We also added a section on "Why Solar Makes Sense." Whether you are focused on "Lower Monthly Energy Bills" or "Increased Home Value," we map out exactly how these upgrades pay you back over time—giving you more control over your energy costs.

Start the Conversation: The Contact Page

Finally, we wanted to make starting your journey as easy as flipping a switch.

8. Get In Touch For A Brighter Future

On our new Contact page, you won't find a maze of phone menus. You’ll find a simple, direct form designed to get you answers fast. We’ve even included a specific field for your Energy Provider—this allows our team to immediately start analyzing the specific rates and savings potential for your utility before we even pick up the phone.

This Is Just the Beginning

We have been here for 24 years, but in many ways, we are just getting started. Over the coming weeks, we will be updating this blog with customer spotlights, deep dives into battery backup systems, and stories from the field.

Take a look around. Explore the new features. And if you’re ready to see what 24 years of expertise can do for your home, click that orange "Get Started" button.

We’re glad you’re here.

— Dave Sonner & The Solar Power Midwest Team