Welcome to Hardt Electric’s News Blog — your source for insights on cutting-edge electrical and energy solutions. Here, we’ll feature project innovations, case studies, and industry updates designed to support your operational and sustainability goals. Our mission is to keep property managers, building owners, and business leaders informed about emerging electrical and energy technologies that are shaping the built environment, driving energy efficiency, and promoting a cleaner, more sustainable future

About Hardt Electric

For over 50 years, we’ve proudly delivered reliable, energy and electrical infrastructure solutions to commercial, industrial, and residential clients throughout Chicago and the State of Illinois. As a leading electrical and energy contractor, Hardt Electric combines decades of industry expertise with forward thinking construction innovation — to help our clients stay ahead in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.  

Built on Experience. Driven by Construction Excellence. 

Quality craftsmanship, safety, service and construction innovation, our company values are at the forefront of every project in our 50 year history.  Our workforce of highly trained IBEW electricians brings unmatched skill and dedication to every job. Our high quality performance combined with our integration of lean construction practices, result in successful outcomes for our customers. 

We provide comprehensive electrical infrastructure for new construction, renovations, and design-build projects. Our project history includes the full scope of low and medium voltage electrical solutions, building automation, lighting and control systems, mission critical systems, fire and life safety, data and communications, sound and audio visual, for the commercial, industrial, residential markets and the public sector.

From design to final installation, we’re here to deliver the electrical and renewable energy systems your future depends on, and will be here to support your facility’s maintenance or service needs in the years to come.  

Hardt Electric is proud to support the following clients and others:

Providing Chicagoland with Renewable Energy & Energy Storage Solutions for over Two Decades

With over 8 megawatts of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems installed across Illinois, Hardt Electric offers a wealth of project experience integrating renewable energy & energy storage solutions for their clients. From roof-mounted and ground arrays to carport canopies and tracking systems, our team designs and installs customized solar solutions that meet the unique needs of each client.

We offer complete turnkey EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) services—including design-build, engineering, procurement, installation, and ongoing system management. We also assist with financing, grant applications, tax incentives, and securing Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) to maximize your investment.

Whether you’re a public library, school, commercial facility, manufacturing plant, government agency, or multi-tenant residence, our expertise ensures your energy goals are met with excellence and integrity.

Let’s Build a Brighter, Smarter Future

At Hardt Electric, we’re more than just contractors—we’re partners in progress. If you’re ready to reduce energy costs, increase sustainability, or electrify your infrastructure, we’re ready to help.

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