Federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Tax Credit (25C)

IRS / Inflation Reduction Act

Closed Home Repair

About This Program

Note: Congress ended this federal tax credit for installations after December 31, 2025. Projects placed in service by that date can still be claimed on your 2025 federal return (IRS Form 5695).

The IRS Section 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit allows homeowners to claim up to 30% of the cost of qualifying energy improvements as a tax credit each year, with annual caps: $600 for windows/skylights, $500 for exterior doors ($250 each), $600 for efficient HVAC equipment, $2,000 for heat pumps or biomass stoves, and $150 for a home energy audit. The annual combined maximum is $3,200. Note: Florida opted out of IRA HOMES/HEAR rebates, making this federal tax credit the primary IRA benefit available to Miami homeowners.

Tax credit (not a refund), reduces federal tax owed. Credit is 30% of project cost up to per-category caps. Claim on IRS Form 5695. Available through tax year 2032.

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Key Details

  • 30% federal tax credit on qualifying energy improvements
  • Annual cap: $3,200 total ($2,000 for heat pumps, $600 windows, $600 HVAC)
  • Also covers insulation, exterior doors, and home energy audits
  • Florida opted out of IRA rebates, 25C is the primary IRA benefit here
  • Claim on IRS Form 5695 with your federal tax return for installations completed by December 31, 2025

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Deadline: Ended December 31, 2025 (federal law change)

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