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Q&A of the Week May 15, 2024

Question

What is the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit?

Answer

The Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit is a credit up to $3,200 for qualified energy-improvements to your home after January 1, 2023. 

Qualified expenses include:

  • Exterior doors, windows and skylights

  • Insulation and air-sealing materials or systems

  • Natural gas, propane or oil water heaters

  • Natural gas, propane or oil furnaces and hot water boilers

You can claim up to $1,200 per year on energy property costs and energy efficient home improvements. The limits are:

  • $250 per exterior door and two doors total ($500 total limit)

  • $600 for windows

  • $150 for home energy audits

You can claim up to $2,000 per year on qualified heat pumps, biomass stoves or biomass boilers. 

Remember to keep detailed records and receipts. For questions, please consult with a tax professional. Read more here: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-home-improvements-could-help-taxpayers-qualify-for-home-energy-credits.