25C: Window Tax Credit
Rebate Overview
Overview
The 25C Window Tax Credit is a tax credit that allows homeowners to claim 30% of the cost of installing qualifying exterior windows or skylights, up to a maximum of $600. To be eligible, these products must meet the ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria. With the recent enactment of the One Big Beautiful Bill, this tax credit expires after December 31, 2025, spiking demand for this upgrade through the end of the year. Upgrades completed before the cutoff can be claimed as a credit using Form 5695 on 2025 tax returns (filed in early 2026).
Benefits
Upgrading to energy-efficient windows or skylights can make your home more comfortable by improving insulation and reducing drafts. It can also increase your home's value and help protect the environment by reducing energy consumption.
More Information
- To qualify, the windows or skylights must meet the ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria.
- The credit applies to the cost of the product itself; labor costs are not eligible.
- The total annual credit is capped at $600 for all exterior windows and skylights combined.
- Installation must be completed by December 31, 2025, to be eligible for the credit.
- To claim the credit, file Form 5695 with your 2025 tax return, which is due in early 2026.
Details
- Expiration date: December 31, 2025
- Incentive type: Tax Credit
- Amount: $ 600
- Maximum Amount: $ 600
- Category: Home Envelope
- Link: More details
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