Energy Credit for Heat Pump Replacement

[nrgilley33]

If I replace my heat pump with one that qualifies under IRS rules for a energy tax credit, do I have to itemize to get it?

[HankR1]

Hi nrgilley33,

If your purchase is eligible for the Energy Efficient Home Credit, you can claim the credit  by following the steps below: 

Where do I enter energy credit on TurboTax?

To add or remove this form:

1. Open or continue your return.
2. Inside TurboTax, search for this exact phrase including the comma and spaces: 5695, residential energy credit.
3. Select the Jump to link in your search results.
4. At the bottom of the Energy-Saving Home Improvements screen, answer Yes, then select Continue.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/import-export-data-files/enter-qualified...

[nrgilley33]

My question is "do I have to ITEMIZE" to qualify for the tax credit?

[evelynm]

You do not have to itemize for the credit - it is a credit just like a payment on your tax return.