More Than Solar

Learn how our people, purpose, and values power real change.

Arch's Brand & Vision

“Our mission is to educate, inspire, and empower current and future generations to choose a clean sustainable form of energy.”

Since our humble beginning, we’ve become leaders in the solar industry and are paving the way for renewables in the Midwest.  Our company leaders are active instructors, inspectors, and consultants to many of the leading energy groups, both locally and nationally. Arch’s diverse staff of trusted, licensed, NABCEP-certified solar experts is ready to take on your project.

Our Journey

2003

Arch Electric, Inc. is founded in the basement of Ed and Mindy Zinthefer's farmhouse. 

2005

Ed Zinthefer becomes one of the first NABCEP Board Certified PV Installation Professionals in the country.

2010

Arch Electric, Inc. tackles its first commercial job with Maywood Environmental, a city-owned park and ecology center in Sheboygan, WI.

2014

Arch's Milwaukee Group Buy Program successfully installs dozens of arrays on residential homes in the span of 1 year. 

2017

Arch partners with Greening Greater Racine and the Great Lakes Community Conservation Corps for the Southeast Wisconsin Solar Group Buy program, installing 24 solar arrays in Racine, Kenosha, and Walworth counties.

2017

IKEA partners with Arch to install a 1.62MW system on their Wisconsin store rooftop, leading to more IKEA rooftop projects in Illinois The IKEA project earned an Excellence in Quality and Safety designation by REC Solar.

2018

The Butter Solar Portfolio introduces Arch Electric as a prevalent electrical contractor dedicated to distributed energy solar.

2018

Arch opens a second office in Milwaukee after servicing the area successfully for 15 years. 

2019

Mendota project launches Arch Electric as a full-service mechanical contractor.

2019

Arch invests in topographical mapping and infrared imagery analysis via drone.

2020

Arch opens an office in Madison, expanding our ease of access to service this crucial location of solar growth in Wisconsin. 

2021

Arch Electric bolsters its statewide reach with the Mastodon Portfolio, working as the general contractor for 4 concurrent projects in Wisconsin.

2021

Arch is named the top solar contractor in the state of Wisconsin. 

2022

Arch restructures into 5 business units, ensuring advancements and expertise in each part of the company. Our residential and commercial units now use the name Arch Solar. 

2022

Arch Solar partners with the MadiSUN Group Buy program for the second year in a row, installing solar on 47 homes in Madison throughout the year.

2022

Arch Solar partners with Grow Solar for Humanity to install 40+ solar arrays on Habitat for Humanity homes throughout the state. 

2023

Arch celebrates its 20th anniversary! 

2023

Arch partners with the Madison Mallards for a multi-year contract, sponsoring the Arch Solar Front Gate and Arch Solar Suites for families to enjoy.

2024

Arch Solar is chosen to service our TENTH Grow Solar Greater Milwaukee Group Buy and FOURTH MadiSUN Group Buy program.

Service Areas

Wisconsin

WI

Illinois

IL

Michigan

MI

Iowa

IA

Arch's Core Values


Accountability:
 Committing to behaviors that lead to improvement, safety, and acknowledging shortcomings.


Respect:
 Creating an environment where all feel heard, valued, and supported.


Commitment:
 Dedication to teamwork, innovation, customer service, the environment, and educating others on renewable energy.


Honesty: 
Building relationships on transparency, trust, integrity, and ethical practices.

Why Go With Arch?

All EPC Solar

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DOING SOLAR RIGHT, SINCE 2003

Arch Electric is the Midwest’s leader in Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Energy and Storage. We offer solutions that range from simple grid-tied configurations with solar energy storage to off-grid systems, all with expert analysis and design.

Arch provides our services to all of the Midwest. We are proud to be the lead solar energy company in Wisconsin and the surrounding areas. With office locations in Plymouth, Milwaukee, and Madison, our experts are able to meet the needs of our distributed energy clients with timely and professional care.

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