Drews Solar specializes in rooftop residential solar, serving the Madison area and surrounding counties. Michael Drews started Drews Solar 2016. After working in the solar industry for over a decade, Michael wanted to bring best practices from around the country back to his home state of Wisconsin. Maria Drews joined Michael soon after, and together they run Drews Solar, along with a team of capable installers. Drews Solar sells out each year but has decided to remain small, allowing Drews Solar to offer the highest quality installation with clear communication and a personal connection.

Michael Drews, Owner

I’m a solar professional specializing in residential installations in southern Wisconsin.  I love helping customers find the best most effective way to produce their own clean power from the sun.

I graduated with a mechanical engineering degree from UW Madison in 2005 and have been working in the solar industry ever since.  I’ve worked for great solar installation companies in Madison, Chicago and Los Angeles in a wide variety of capacities – from sales to design, to installation and management. I believe in using solar panels to make homes more beautiful and independent, and that the process of getting solar panels on your house should be easy, straight-forward and without hassle. 

I grew up on a farm outside of Fox Lake, Wisconsin, and it’s there that I learned a solid work ethic from my mother and father and the others around me.  They showed me that you could get dirty, sweat and work hard, but take joy in the task that you’ve accomplished.  I’m down to earth, approachable and clear with my communication, and I’d love to put solar panels on your home!

Master Electrician License # 1335694     |     Contractor License # 1343059     |     Fully Licensed & Insured

Maria Drews, Co-Owner & Customer Support

I spent my years at UW Madison studying Civil Engineering with a focus on environmental engineering and water quality, interested in the ways technology and design can make our world a cleaner, healthier, and more efficient place. With Drews Solar, I am passionate about bringing clear communication and excellent service alongside professional design and engineering.

I have a background in environmental advocacy as a former leader of 350 Wisconsin and was the 2024 winner of the Wisconsin Clean Energy Champion Award for my work on preserving net-metering in our state

Drews Solar is a family business. And by working together we ensure that you get ongoing updates about the progress of your solar project and a quick response when you need it. I'm looking forward to working with you!

Installation Team

See our installation team in action in this video by Focus on Energy featuring Drews Solar!