Program status checked September 12, 2026. Federal homeowner credits 25C and 25D are unavailable for new installations after December 31, 2025. Texas HEAR and HOMES rebates have not launched, according to SECO's August 21, 2026 update. Confirm current utility funding before committing to work.
Official sources: IRS: 25C, IRS: 25D, SECO: Texas rebate status.
Start with your utility
Texas utilities offer different efficiency programs for the homes they serve. Some use participating contractors, while others accept applications from customers. A program listing does not mean funding is available for your specific project.
Federal homeowner tax credits: historical installations only
The federal 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit and 25D Residential Clean Energy Credit ended for new installations after December 31, 2025. Eligible 2025 work may still be addressed on a tax return, subject to IRS requirements. Do not include either credit in a budget for a new 2026 installation. An unused eligible 25D credit may have different carryforward rules from 25C; consult the IRS guidance or a tax professional.
Texas HEAR and HOMES: not yet available
As of September 12, 2026, Texas has not launched HEAR or HOMES. SECO's August 21 update places both programs in planning and design, with a launch date to be established after federal approval. No savings example on this site assumes a future rebate will pay for work started now.
Utility and municipal programs
Check your delivery utility or municipal utility for eligible upgrades, participating providers and open funding. City assistance may have separate income, property or location requirements. A city climate plan alone is not evidence of a homeowner rebate.
Combining incentives requires confirmation
Ask each administrator whether another incentive is allowed and how it changes eligible project costs. Do not add advertised maximums together: funding sources, cost limits, equipment rules and duplicate-payment restrictions can overlap. Obtain the program names and itemized savings in writing before signing.
Build a project-specific budget
- Get the full installed price, including required electrical, duct, permit and related work.
- Confirm the exact program, eligible equipment and current funding.
- Distinguish a contractor discount from a payment made directly to you.
- Budget without any incentive that has not been confirmed for your project.
- Evaluate expected energy savings using your home, usage and actual utility rates.
Further reading: Oncor residential programs. Program status checked September 12, 2026; confirm current terms with the administrator before purchase.
Further reading: Austin Energy residential programs. Program status checked September 12, 2026; confirm current terms with the administrator before purchase.