Energy credit for electrical panel replacement

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February 2, 2026
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I replaced our electrical panel and service due panel failing - upgraded to 200 amp. How do I enter the deduction in TurboTax for purchasing, upgrade and labor involved in the the electrical panel installation? My understanding is a panel upgrade/replacement valid for this credit. But, TurboTax is stopping me as it needs a QMID code. Manufacturer of the panel is Siemans, but there is no QMID code.

Appreciate any information..

Thanks

Best answer by AmeliesUncle

@gcav wrote:
I replaced our electrical panel and service due panel failing - upgraded to 200 amp.

Just replacing the electric panel doesn't qualify for the tax credit. It must be replaced in conjunction with another energy-qualifying item (such as a heat pump or something like that) and enables you to use that other energy-qualifying item.

DianeW777

Level 15

Yes, this number is a requirement for the reasons noted below. If you are unable to get a code registered with the IRS you may not get the credit for your panelboard.

Qualified Expenses and Credit Amounts

It would be best to double check with the manufacturer to be sure you have the correct code. Also, check to see if they did register with the IRS here. Qualified Manufacturer

QMID code (Qualified Manufacturer Identification Number) is a unique 4-digit code required for claiming the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (EEHC).

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fcparma19

Level 2

Both TurboTax's requirements and their explanation are incorrect on this item. If you installed a heat pump, you have a QMID for that. Even if you installed an electrical panel (whether or not it is >200 amp to get a credit), electrical panels do not have a QMID. The fact that TurboTax requires one is an error. I could not find a representative who could assist with this.

Actor95

Level 2

Then the IRS form has to be in error as well because it also requires a QMID for the “enabling equipment” AKA the panel board.

AmeliesUncleAnswer

Level 15

@gcav wrote:
I replaced our electrical panel and service due panel failing - upgraded to 200 amp.

gcavAuthor

Level 2

Thank you for the follow up! I thought that may be the case, but couldn't find anything to verify that!

Thanks again..

Actor95

Level 2

I have the same exact problem. Even the instructions for the from don’t detail Line 25D. And the explanation about QMID on the IRS website does not mention them being for panelboards. This seems to be an error somehow

gcavAuthor

Level 2

Right.. the instructions aren't clear enough to determine that the panel replacement/upgrade HAS to be a requirement for another piece of "qualified" equipment. Neither in the software or on the IRS site. My original read on this was that the panel was "qualified" as long as it was 200 amp...

kvee

Level 2

The IRS home Energy Credits says “Costs of certain electrical components needed to support the residential energy property, including panelboards, sub-panelboards, branch circuits, and feeders, also qualify for the credit if they meet the National Electric Code and have a capacity of 200 amps or more.). The problem is the QIMD code. Many manufacturers doesn’t have one.. FORM 5695 doesn’t ask for one for a panelboard, The person who says it’s not needed is correct.

turbotax you need to update the software so we can file our taxes.