Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency
This tax credit expires on December 31, 2016.  Installation costs are included.
 
 
 
Solar Water Heating Tax Credit Information
 
  1. 30% of cost with no maximum
  2. Costs can include installation
  3. Solar Water Heater must be installed and ready to use between the dates of January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2016
  4. For your primary residency, vacation home or rental property, both existing and new construction
  5. All Energy Star Solar water heaters qualify and must be certified by the Solar Rating and Certification Corp.
  6. The hot water must be for the dwelling itself, cannot be for a hot tub or swimming pool
  7. At least half the hot water produced for the dwelling must come from the sun
  8. Only spending on the solar water heater piping and components can be claimed, not the conventional backup system.
  9. You must save your receipt
  10. You will need to file the newer version of IRS Form 5695
 
 
 
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