Tax Credits for Hydronic Heating
On top of the savings you will receive on a monthly basis due to its efficiency, your hydronic heating system also is eligible for a federal tax credit. The extent of the energy saver tax credit you can claim depends on the type of hydronic heating you install:
Currently, if your system is only hydronic heating and was placed in your primary home for service between January 1st, 2009 and December 31st, 2010, you are eligible for:
- A tax credit of 30% of the cost of the heating system up to $1500!
There are a variety of tax incentives that are available for hydronic heating systems:
To search for tax credits and learn more information, simply go to: https://www.energy.gov/savings/search?keyword=hydronic
In short, the steps are fairly simple:
- Use IRS Tax Form 5695 (.pdf file) to claim improvements to your home.
- Save your receipts and the manufacturer certification statement for your records and documentation.
