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Programmable thermostats and apps make it easy to control the temperature of your home and save energy and money.
Space heating and cooling account for almost half of a home's energy use, while water heating accounts for 18%, making these some of the largest energy expenses in any home.
Space Heating and Cooling
A variety of technologies are available for heating and cooling your home. These systems and supporting equipment such as thermostats and ducts provide opportunities for saving energy and money.
- Principles of heating and cooling
- Thermostats and control systems
- Ducts
- Reading meters
- Dehumidifying heat pipes
- Home cooling systems
- Home heating systems
- Heat pump systems
Water Heating
You can reduce your monthly water heating bills by selecting the appropriate water heater for your home or pool and by using some energy-efficient water heating strategies.
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Rebates & Tax Credits
Federal tax credits for heating and cooling systems expired at the end of 2016. If you made these improvements in 2015 or 2016, file form 5695 with your taxes to claim the credit.
Learn more about the tax credits and find state or local incentives.
Rebates & Tax Credits
A federal tax credit is available for solar water heaters. The credit is for 30% through 2019, then decreases to 26% for tax year 2020, then to 22% for tax year 2021. It expires December 31, 2021. Learn more and find state and local incentives.
The federal tax credit for other water heaters expired at the end of 2016. If you installed an eligible water heater in 2015 or 2016, file form 5695 with your taxes to claim the credit.
