Windows & Skylights Tax Credit for MD Homes: How to Maximize Your Savings

With rising energy costs, homeowners are looking for ways to save money. If you need new windows or skylights in your home, why not take advantage of the federal tax credits available to homeowners who opt for energy-efficient upgrades?

In this blog, the home remodeling pros at Chase Remodeling provide all the information you need to choose the right products for your home that can help you maximize your savings through the federal tax credit program.

Understanding the 2025 Tax Credit for Windows and Skylights

The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA) offers tax credits and rebates for property owners installing certain energy-efficient products, including windows and skylights.

The IRA allows for up to $1,200 for energy-efficient property costs and certain energy-efficient home improvements, with limits on exterior doors ($250 per door and $500 total) and exterior windows and skylights ($600).

Eligibility Requirements for the Tax Credit

The IRS has these requirements for the IRA tax credit:

• Your home must be located in the United States
• The home must be an existing home that you improve or add onto, not a new home
• The home must be your primary property, not a rental or second home
• The products must meet applicable ENERGY STAR® requirements

You can read more about the IRS requirements here.

Benefits of Upgrading to Energy-Efficient Windows and Skylights

Benefits of upgrading the windows and skylights in your home include:

• Energy efficiency: One of the biggest advantages of new windows is their energy efficiency. Replacing your windows can even lower the strain on your HVAC system.
• Money saved: Replacing old windows with ENERGY STAR®-certified windows can lower your household energy bills by an average of 13%.
• Boosted home value: Adding modern, energy-efficient upgrades to your home will boost its value, but windows have some of the highest ROI of any home improvement – about 70-80%.

Choosing ENERGY STAR®-Certified Products to Qualify

All ENERGY STAR®-certified windows qualify for the energy-efficient home improvement credit. You can find products that qualify under the ENERGY STAR® standards by using their convenient product search, which allows you to view windows, doors, and skylights by climate.

There are many styles to choose from, so you don’t have to compromise on style to take advantage of the tax credits.

How to Apply for the Tax Credit and Maximize Your Savings

IRA credits are managed by the IRS and can be claimed with your federal income taxes for the year in which the upgrades are made.

Starting in 2025, the IRS is requiring manufacturers to establish a PIN number for each eligible product so they can be associated with tax credit claims.

Manufacturer registration is currently in process, so for upgrades made in 2025, you’ll just need to include the manufacturer’s four-digit QM code on your 2025 tax return. 

Let Chase Remodeling Handle Your Window & Skylight Installation in Maryland

When you’re ready to make energy-efficient window or skylight upgrades to your home, trust Chase Remodeling for expert guidance and professional installation. Our team can provide more information about qualifying for tax credits that are available to you.

With our convenient financing and upfront pricing, we’re committed to helping Maryland homeowners make the energy-efficient home upgrades they need.

To schedule professional window installation, contact Chase Remodeling online today.