Residential Tax Credit

Residential Tax Credit

New Jersey doesn’t offer a state-specific tax credit for window tinting. However, residential homeowners in NJ can still benefit from a federal tax credit under the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit, thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act.

Here’s how it works:

🏡 Federal Tax Credit for Window Film

Credit Amount: Up to 30% of the cost, capped at $600 per year for qualifying window film materials.

Eligibility:

Must be installed on your primary residence in the U.S.

Film must be designed to reduce heat loss or gain and meet ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria.

Timeframe: Applies to products installed between Jan 1, 2023 – Dec 31, 2032.

Documentation Needed:

IRS Form 5695 (Residential Energy Credits)

Purchase receipts and installation records

Manufacturer’s certification