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April 18, 2025
It’s tax season, and if you find yourself writing a check to the IRS, you’re probably wishing you had a way to lower your federal tax bill. We can’t help you this year, but what if we told you there’s a way to keep more money in your pocket next year?
The insulation tax credit is a great opportunity to reduce what you owe while making your home more comfortable and energy efficient, and Accurate-Airtight Exteriors can help you take advantage!
How the Insulation Tax Credit Could Have Helped You in 2024 (And Still Could in 2025)
If you upgraded your Madison, Waupaca or Eldorado area home’s insulation and air sealing last year, you could have claimed up to $1,200 in federal tax credits when filing your taxes this year. That means your federal tax bill could have been $1,200 lower!
If you missed out this time, don’t worry—you can take action now to set yourself up for savings next year.
Now’s the Perfect Time to Take Advantage of the Insulation Tax Credit
Since you’re already thinking about taxes, today is the perfect moment to make a smart financial decision for the upcoming year. By upgrading your home’s insulation and air sealing this year, you’ll be in a position to claim the tax credit when you go to file your 2025 taxes this time next year.
The Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (sometimes called the 25C tax credit) allows homeowners to claim 30% of qualifying insulation and air sealing costs, up to $1,200 per year.
Additional Benefits of Insulating Your Home Now
Beyond the tax credit, improving your home’s insulation comes with immediate and long-term advantages:
Lower Energy Bills: Upgraded insulation and air sealing keeps heat and warm air inside your home in the winter and outside your home in the summer, cutting your heating and cooling costs year-round.
Increased Home Comfort: With proper insulation and air sealing, you can reduce drafts, hot and cold spots, and inconsistent indoor temperatures in your Madison, Waupaca or Eldorado area house.
Available Rebates: The insulation tax credit can be taken in addition to any available local rebates and incentives, making the cost to upgrade your home even more affordable.
How to Claim the Tax Credit Next Year
If you want to reduce what you owe the IRS in 2026, here’s what you need to do before the end of this year:
Work with a Qualified Contractor – Tax-credit-savvy insulation contractors like Accurate-Airtight Exteriors will ensure your insulation upgrade meets the requirements for the tax credit.
Complete the Work Before Year-End – The tax credit applies to insulation and air sealing work completed in the tax year you are filing for.
Keep Your Receipts – We’ll provide you with an itemized invoice for your eligible costs to make claiming the credit easy.
File IRS Form 5695 – When filing your 2025 taxes next year, submit this form to claim your credit (or provide it to your tax professional).
Make Next Year’s Tax Season Easier – Take Action Now!
If you owed money to the IRS this year, don’t make the same mistake next year. Insulating your home is an easy way to lower your tax burden while enjoying greater home comfort and energy savings.
Contact Accurate-Airtight Exteriors today to learn how you can qualify for the insulation tax credit and start saving money now and in the future!