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What furnaces qualify for tax credits?

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Emma Jordan

Published Apr 06, 2026

Federal Tax Credits: Gas, Propane or Oil Furnaces and Fans Gas furnaces that are ENERGY STAR certified (except those for U.S. South only) meet the requirements for the furnace tax credit. Gas and oil furnaces that have earned the ENERGY STAR include fans that meet the requirements of the fan tax credit.

Is installing a heat pump tax deductible?

Air-source heat pumps – Heat pumps that are ENERGY STAR certified qualify for a $300 tax credit. Gas, propane, or oil boilers – Gas powered boilers that are recognized as ENERGY STAR Most Efficient meet the requirements of this $150 tax credit, which includes installation costs.

Are there any tax credits for new furnaces?

You can claim a tax credit for 10% of the cost of qualified energy efficiency improvements and 100% of residential energy property costs. The maximum tax credit for a furnace circulating fan is $50. The maximum credit for a furnace or boiler is $150.

What kind of tax credit do I get for a new furnace?

Nonbusiness Energy Property Credit. The new furnace credit falls under the Nonbusiness Energy Property Credit. To qualify, your home must be located in the U.S. The credit is only available for existing homes, not new construction.

How to claim a new home furnace on your income tax form?

Use IRS Form 5695 to claim residential energy credits for your new home furnace. The new furnace credit falls under the Nonbusiness Energy Property Credit. Your home must be located in the U.S. to qualify. The credit is only available for existing homes, not new construction.

Are there federal tax credits for heating and cooling?

Federal Tax Credits: Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning (HVAC) As much as half of the energy used in your home goes to heating and cooling. So making smart decisions about your home’s heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system can have a big effect on your utility bills — and your comfort.

Are there government rebates for a new furnace?

Fortunately there are sometimes provincial government rebates, grants, and tax credits or rebates from your utility company that you can use in order to supplement the cost of a new furnace and recoup some of the money.