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Submitted by PSO on Thu, 2011-03-31 14:40

Combine your Residential Solutions Program incentives with federal tax credits for even greater savings!

Tax credits for energy efficiency upgrades in the home were available during 2010, and continue through 2011, but with some changes.

Examples of items eligible for tax credits during 2011 include:

  • HVAC systems
  • Insulation
  • Water heaters
  • Windows and doors
  • Geothermal heat pumps

Please note that for most tax credits, the structure being improved must be an existing home and your primary/principal residence. For geothermal heat pumps, wind turbines, solar systems, and fuel cells, installation requirements vary.

Read a summary of the 2011 tax credits at the ENERGY STAR® website. Talk to your contractor about how these tax credits can help you save additional money on the upgrades you make to your home through Home Performance with ENERGY STAR or QuEST.