Solar tax credit

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November 20, 2020
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We will be having to replace the roof on the sides where we're installing solar panels. Can the cost of those improvements be included in the solar tax credit (only the portions of the roof where we're installing the panels NOT the entire roof, of course)

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Critter-3

Level 15

NO.

Opus 17

Level 15

You can deduct extra costs associated with installing the solar panels, but not the entire cost of the renovation. For example, if 2x6 rafters are acceptable to code in your area but you need to upgrade to 2x8 to carry the weight of the solar, then the extra cost of the upgrade is includable as a solar cost for the credit.

rbortnerAuthor

Level 2

Thank you very much, Champ. I am only referring to the cost of replacing/repairing the shingles on the roof faces where we're mounting the panels. That sounds in line with your recommendations. Thank you.

gardner56

Level 2

How do I file for this tax? credit the solar credits

Opus 17

Level 15

@gardner56

The credit for energy efficient improvements to your home including solar panels is located as part of the deductions and credits interview in the section for “your home“. If you don’t see it, you may need to click something like “show me more options” or “let me choose what to work on”.