AES Solar

09/23/2026

THIS FRIDAY & SATURDAY: Solar Clearance, Cash & Carry

We're making room for new inventory, and that means leftovers need a home.

Every time we switch module models, we're left with extra panels and inverters that don't fit neatly into large system designs. It's good equipment at clearance prices.

📅 Friday, Sept 25: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📅 Saturday, Sept 26: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

What's up for grabs:
- 200+ new, unused solar modules
- 100+ inverters
- Older-stock, non-warranty equipment, sold as-is

This is ideal for DIYers, tinkerers, preppers, off-grid projects, sheds, cabins, and backup power setups.

It's cash & carry and only while supplies last. The best stuff goes first, so come early!

08/25/2026

We want to answer your questions.
Ask us anything Solar, Batteries, Energy Storage, On or Off grid, EV Chargers, Generators.

Got a question about Solar power? Maybe you've heard all kinds of stories about solar, do you need a battery, how does it actually work with the electric company... whatever your question, let us know in the comments!! Next week, we'll answer one fo those questions with the professionals from AES Solar! Just drop it in the comments! And, click on the link in the comments for my interview today with Shariff Shakir with AES Solar about owning vs. leasing equipment.

07/06/2026

Know Who's Knocking on Your Door. The IPA has a consumer protections document and rules for solar sales. Here are 5 of rules and how to report when folks do not follow them.

06/05/2026

⚾🍩 FREE THRILLVILLE TICKETS FOR TONIGHT! 👑🎆

We're giving away 10 FREE tickets to tonight's Thrillville Baseball game!

Tonight is Once Upon a Donut Night, featuring:

🍩 Donut-themed treats & promotions
👑 Princesses and fairytale characters
📸 Character photo opportunities
🎆 Postgame fireworks

If you're looking for a fun family night out, stop by our office and grab your tickets!

📍 AES Solar
1804 Supply Rd
Carterville, IL

🎟️ First come, first served. Once they're gone, they're gone!

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05/21/2026

Thank you for voting AES Solar the #1 Solar Installer in Southern Illinois!

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05/18/2026

Thank you, Southern Illinois! ☀️

We’re honored to be voted the BEST SOLAR INSTALLER Southern Illinois Your trust and support mean everything to the AES Solar team!

05/15/2026

Always great to hear positive feedback. Thank you Stacey.

04/16/2026

A major shift is happening in the solar industry.

Freedom Forever, one of the largest residential solar installers in the U.S., has officially filed for bankruptcy(Source: Solar Power World, 2026) adding them to a growing list including SunPower, Pink Energy, Violet Energy, and others.

And they’re not alone.

Across the country, large national solar companies are facing layoffs, restructuring, and in some cases, shutting down altogether.

Not because solar doesn’t work…
But because many of these companies grew too fast... and couldn’t sustain it.

So what happens to homeowners?

Your panels may still be under warranty…
But who’s coming out to service them?
Who’s filing that claim?
Who answers the phone?

That’s what disappears when a national company folds.

If you’re currently under contract with Freedom Forever and haven’t been installed yet, it may not be too late to make a different choice.

Go local. Stay protected.

AES Solar - Southern Illinois owned and operated. We’ve been here for the last 25 years, and we’re not going anywhere.

National residential solar installer Freedom Forever has filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware. The company was the top residential contractor on the