The tax credit for insulation and home sealing products is in effect through December 31, 2016.
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How much: |
10% of the cost (not including installation), up to $500
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Timing: |
Must be installed in your "principal residence" between January 1, 2011 and December 31, 2016. |
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Details: |
Typical bulk insulation products can qualify, such as batts, rolls, blow-in fibers, rigid boards, expanding spray, and pour-in-place.
Products that air seal (reduce air leaks) can also qualify, as long as they come with a Manufacturers Certification Statement, including:
You can install the insulation/home sealing yourself and get the credit. Recommended insulation levels (R Values) for your home. New construction and rentals do not apply |
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Find qualified insulation: |
For insulation to qualify, its primary purpose must be to insulate (example: insulated siding does not qualify). It must also have a Manufacturer's Certification Statement to qualify.
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How to apply: |
Source:
The law (Section 25C(c)(2)(A)) specifies: … any insulation material or system which is specifically and primarily designed to reduce the heat loss or gain of a dwelling unit when installed in or on such dwelling unit.
The IRS (Notice 2009-53) specifics: (a) An insulation material or system (including any vapor retarder or seal to limit infiltration) that--(i) Is specifically and primarily designed (within the meaning of section 4.03 of this notice) to reduce heat loss or gain of a dwelling unit when installed in or on the dwelling unit; and(ii) May be taken into account in determining whether the building thermal envelope requirements established by the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) are satisfied.