Federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Tax Credits (25C)

About This Program

The federal 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement Tax Credit provides up to $3,200 per year in non-refundable federal income tax credits for qualifying improvements: up to $2,000 for heat pumps, biomass stoves, and boilers; up to $1,200 for insulation, windows, doors, energy audits, and other equipment. Credits equal 30% of qualifying costs with per-item caps. Jacksonville homeowners can stack these credits with JEA rebates for maximum savings.

Non-refundable tax credit — reduces federal income taxes owed; file IRS Form 5695; can combine with JEA utility rebates for greater savings

Key Details

• Up to $3,200/year in federal tax credits — 30% of qualifying costs
• Heat pump HVAC: up to $2,000 credit; windows/doors: up to $600
• Insulation and air sealing: up to $1,200 credit
• File IRS Form 5695 with your annual tax return
• Stackable with JEA rebates — combine for maximum savings

How to Apply

Deadline: Annual — claim on federal tax return for the year improvements are installed