Residential Air Conditioning & Heating
(410) 424-0911
Howard County, Maryland
Federal Energy Tax Credits for HVAC Systems
IRS Form 5695 Tip:
–Heat Pump and Air Conditioning systems are entered on line "6a. Energy-Efficient Building Property."
–Gas furnaces alone are entered on line 6b.
2012—The Federal Energy Tax Credit Program for Residential HVAC Systems has been discontinued.
2011—Federal Energy Tax Credit Program Details
For 2011 Federal Income Tax returns:
- The maximum total credit homeowners can claim is $500.
- In 2009 and 2010, the credit was 30% of the installed cost of high efficiency heat pumps, central air conditioners, and gas furnaces. In 2011 the credit has been reduced to 10% of the installed cost.
- Heat pumps must be rated 15 SEER, 12.5 EER, 8.5 HSPF (unchanged from 2010).
- Central air conditioners must be rated 16 SEER and 13 EER (unchanged from 2010).
- Gas Furnaces are required to be rated 95 AFUE (up from 90 AFUE in 2010).
How to claim the tax credit
When your equipment was installed, you received a "Certificate of Performance" based on efficiency ratings supplied by the Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI).
When you file your 2011 Federal tax return, you will need to include the AHRI certificate along with IRS Tax Form 5695 (2011 version).
NOTE: Please consult your tax professional to determine if your personal tax situation allows you to claim this credit before making a purchase decision.
…For information about State and County energy related tax credits and deductions, see DSIREusa.org: Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency
- Environmental Systems Associates, Inc.
- 9375-J Gerwig Lane, Columbia MD 21046
- Lic. HVACR MD 01-2939
- Environmental Systems Associates, Inc.
- 9375-J Gerwig Lane, Columbia MD 21046
- (410) 424-0911
- Lic. HVACR MD 01-2939