Federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Tax Credit (25C)

About This Program

The federal 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit allows Virginia Beach homeowners to claim 30% of qualifying improvement costs up to annual limits. Particularly relevant for coastal Virginia, energy-efficient windows and doors ($1,200/year cap) and high-efficiency heat pump HVAC systems ($2,000/year cap) provide significant credits. Can be stacked with Dominion Energy rebates for maximum benefit.

Estimate for homeowner installing ENERGY STAR heat pump HVAC plus insulation upgrade

Key Details

• 30% credit on qualifying home energy improvements
• Up to $1,200/year for insulation, windows, doors, and energy audit
• Up to $2,000/year for heat pumps and heat pump water heaters
• Stack with Dominion Energy rebates for maximum combined savings
• Claim on IRS Form 5695 with your annual federal return

How to Apply

Deadline: Annual – claim on federal tax return for the year improvements are made