Which Home Improvements or Appliances Qualify for Federal Tax Credits?
It’s important to do research before buying home appliances or doing home upgrades, since some home investments qualify for tax rebates and some do not. In addition, the appliances and materials for Cash for Appliances and the green home upgrades must meet guidelines developed by the federal government through the Energy Star program. For existing homes (versus new construction), the following improvements are currently eligible for federal tax credits for energy efficiency as noted at Energy Star (online): • Windows/Door/Skylights (varying requirements depending on time of purchase – but look for the National Fenestration Rating Council NFRC certification) • Insulation (meeting International Energy Conservation Code IECC 2009 specifications) • Roofs (metal and shingle with Energy Star coatings or cooling granules) • HVAC (includes some central air conditioning systems as well as heat pumps, furnaces, and advanced main air circulating fans) • Water Heaters (covers some gas, propane, oi
