The 30% federal solar tax credit expires on December 31, 2025, and Illinois dealers are already feeling the pressure. Homeowners have a limited window to lock in the current incentive, which means sales teams need faster workflows, stronger partnerships, and an EPC that can actually keep projects moving.
At Midwest Solutions, we’re seeing a clear shift: dealers who tighten their operations and team up with reliable brokers and installers are closing more projects— and closing them faster.
- The 30% federal solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) ends on December 31, 2025 for residential projects.
Projects must be fully installed and placed in service before the deadline to qualify.
After 2025, the residential credit is scheduled to drop to 0% unless new legislation changes it.
Homeowners who wait risk losing thousands in savings and a major portion of their ROI.
Dealers need faster timelines for design, permitting, and installation to ensure projects meet the cutoff.
Broker–dealer–installer partnerships help increase volume, speed, and closed deals before incentives drop.
The approaching deadline is creating a “now or never” decision window for Illinois homeowners.
Clear communication and reliable EPC workflows will determine who captures the 2025 surge in demand.
Why the Deadline Changes Everything for Illinois Dealers
With the 30% federal solar tax credit incentive set to drop after 2025, the market is entering a “now or never” cycle. Homeowners no longer have the luxury of slow decisions or drawn-out project timelines. The shift is already reshaping how dealers sell, how quickly projects must move, and how efficiently installation partners must execute.
To compete in this environment, dealers need two non-negotiables.
- Clean, predictable workflows that eliminate bottlenecks in communication, handoffs, and documentation.
- Faster design → permitting → installation timelines that keep every project on track to meet the federal cutoff.
The reality is simple: if operations slow down at any point— from proposal accuracy to AHJ turnaround to installation scheduling— a project can easily spill into 2026. And once that happens, the homeowner loses the 30% credit entirely.
The dealers who win in 2025 will be the ones who can confidently say: “We can move this project quickly, cleanly, and without delays.”
And that only happens with an EPC partner built for speed and consistency.
Stay Ahead of the 2025 Deadline
⚡ Dealers who streamline now will close more projects before the end of the year.
⚡ Partner with an EPC that can move quickly, stay organized, and keep your installs on track.
Why the Dealer-Broker-Installer Model is Gaining Momentum in Illinois
Illinois dealers are increasingly partnering with brokers who can handle volume while installers handle execution.
It’s a simple formula:
Brokers bring the leads.
Dealers bring the install capability.
The right EPC keeps the entire workflow moving.
This model works because it lets each team focus on what they do best— and eliminates the friction that typically slows down residential projects.
How Dealers Can Adapt Quickly (and Win More Projects)
A strong EPC-partner removes the operational burden that slows most sales teams down. Dealers gain:
- Hands-off project management for busy teams.
- Fast, accurate designs
- Clear communication from a single point of contact.
- Consistent installation timelines that keep projects on track for 2025.
- End-to-end support from contract to PTO.
This is exactly how dealers stay competitive heading into the final days of the 30% credit.
The Window is Still Open— With the Right Process
Homeowners can still lock in the full 30% credit, but the clock is ticking. Dealers who act now, with streamlined operations and the right partnerships, will dominate the Illinois market in 2025 and 2026.
Midwest Solutions is here to help you move faster, close more projects, and deliver the kind of experience that keeps homeowners confident and informed every step of the way.
Power Your Pipeline With a Reputable EPC
⚡ From design to install, our team of industry experts will keep your projects organized, on schedule, and ready to close before the 2025 cut off.