AES Solar was founded in 1999 by Aur Beck in Carterville, Illinois, with a vision to bring renewable energy solutions to residential, commercial, and industrial customers throughout Southern Illinois. For over two decades, this family-owned solar installer has remained dedicated to serving homeowners and businesses across the region with custom-designed solar energy systems. What began as Advanced Energy Solutions Group has grown into a deeply rooted local company that has installed solar panels to power hundreds of homes across Southern Illinois and beyond. The company operates from a working showroom on Route 13 in Carterville, where customers can meet the entire team, see functioning solar systems in action, and learn about the latest technology in solar installation. AES Solar offers comprehensive services including grid-tied and off-grid solar installations, battery backup systems for energy storage, system monitoring, and EV charger installations for Carterville homeowners and businesses ready to electrify their transportation. The company’s leadership includes NABCEP-certified professionals who bring technical expertise to every project, and in 2020, AES Solar earned B Corp Certification for meeting high standards in accountability and transparency. As a proud member of the IBEW union, the company maintains strong installation standards while supporting workforce development in the solar industry. AES Solar’s commitment to Southern Illinois runs deep—they sponsor local organizations like the Carterville Athletic Booster Club and the Big Muddy Farmers Market, and have partnered with John A. Logan Community College to train the next generation of solar installers. The company has also completed notable community projects, including solar installations on multiple schools and Habitat for Humanity homes throughout the region. With nearly 200 solar installation projects completed annually, AES Solar has become the go-to solar company for Southern Illinois residents who value working with a local team that understands the unique energy needs of the region. Their 10-year workmanship warranty demonstrates confidence in every home solar system they install, covering everything from equipment performance to roof integrity. For Illinois homeowners considering solar energy, AES Solar brings over 25 years of hands-on experience, a permanent local presence, and a mission to power a more sustainable future—one system at a time.
AES Solar is a family-owned solar installer serving Carterville and surrounding Southern Illinois communities since 1999. The company provides complete design, installation, and monitoring services for residential, commercial, and nonprofit solar projects. Services include grid-tied solar panels, off-grid systems, battery storage solutions, ground-mounted and roof-mounted installations, system monitoring, and EV charger installation. AES Solar operates a working showroom in Carterville where customers can view operating solar energy systems and meet with staff. The company is BBB Accredited and holds B Corp Certification. AES Solar is a union electrical contractor and member of IBEW.
10-YEAR WORKMANSHIP GUARANTEE: We stand behind every solar installation in Southern Illinois with an industry-leading 10-year workmanship warranty that covers roof leaks and any installation-related issues, giving Carterville homeowners long-term peace of mind.
LOCAL SINCE 1999: We’re not a national sales company that disappeared after the install—we’ve been your neighbors in Southern Illinois for over 25 years, with a working showroom on Route 13 where you can meet our team and see solar systems in action.
NEARLY 200 INSTALLS PER YEAR: Our experienced crew completes hundreds of solar energy projects annually across Illinois, from residential homes to commercial buildings and nonprofit organizations, with the expertise and capacity to keep your project on schedule.
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