Middle Class Tax Relief Act of 2010
Under the Middle Class Tax Relief Act of 2010, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is implementing consumer tax credits for homeowners who make qualified improvements of higher-efficiency HVAC equipment to their primary residences. Tax credits are effective for all qualified energy property systems installed from January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011.
Natural Gas / Propane / Oil Furnace Models
Natural gas/propane furnaces that meet an AFUE of 95% or higher, and gas and oil furnaces that incorporate an advanced main air circulating fan that uses no more than 2% of the furnace’s total energy, and also meet Federal standards for Qualified Energy Property.
- 95% AFUE Furnace
Qualifying furnaces are eligible for a tax credit of up to $150
- Furnace Models Incorporating a Qualified Main Air Circulating Fan
Furnaces incorporating a qualifying advanced main air circulating fan are eligible for a tax credit of up to $50
Central Heat Pump Models
Central heat pumps that achieve a minimum SEER of 15.00, EER of 12.50 and HSPF of 8.50 and meet federal standards for Qualified Energy Property are eligible for a tax credit of up to $300 (provided such products are combined with the proper coil and/or furnace, as applicable).*
Central Air Conditioning Models
Central air conditioners that achieve a minimum SEER of 16.00 and EER of 13.00 and meet federal standards for Qualified Energy Property are eligible for a tax credit of up to $300 (provided such products are combined with the proper coil and/or furnace, as applicable).*
Certificates:
Download and review the appropriate Ducane™ Tax Credit Certificate for specific qualified system matches. Print a copy to keep for your records and future tax filing.
- Split Air Conditioning
- Split Heat Pump
- Furnace
- Air Conditioning Matched System Guide
- Heat Pump Matched System Guide
Qualifying Equipment* |
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Split Air Conditioning |
Split Heat Pump |
95% AFUE Furnace |
Other Furnace Models** |
* Air conditioner and heat pump ratings are based on U.S. government standard tests of the models combined with a matching indoor coil. Efficiency ratings may vary with different coils. Similarly, efficiency ratings may vary when combined with different furnaces. Please consult local independent HVAC contractor for details.
** Furnaces with a Qualified Main Air Circulating Fan
NOTE: The IRS is responsible for the implementation and administration of tax credits. Please consult your tax expert on any tax credit to which you may be entitled.
