Windows and Doors

By using the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit, Nevadans can claim up to $250 for each exterior door ($500 total) and $600 for windows and skylights. There is a $1,200 annual cap on total savings for windows, doors, skylights, insulation, and electrical combined.

These upgrades will help save on energy bills year-round. A home energy audit can help you pinpoint where your home is losing energy and what improvements will make the biggest impact.

The Federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit is available to homeowners of all income levels, but it must be used toward a project in your primary residence. New construction and rentals do not qualify. 

If you meet these qualifications and pay federal income taxes, you can claim the credit. This credit resets each year, so you can plan energy-saving projects over time and continue to claim new credits annually.

Before starting your project, confirm with your contractor that your project qualifies for the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit requirements. Also, be sure that doors, windows, and skylights you plan to purchase have the Energy Star Most Efficient certification. Materials must be purchased new and have an expected lifespan of at least five years.

Keep track of your receipts for the project and invoices from contractors. You’ll be asked to submit details through the 5695 form when filing for your federal IRA tax credit.