If you’re a homeowner in South Florida, 2025 is your last chance to claim the 30% federal solar tax credit — also known as the Residential Clean Energy Credit.

This incentive lets you deduct 30% of your solar panel system cost from your federal taxes. That means if your solar installation costs $25,000, you could get $7,500 back on your tax return. There’s no income cap and no maximum limit.

But here’s the catch:
✅ The 30% credit officially expires on December 31, 2025.
✅ To qualify, your solar system must be installed and turned on before the deadline.
✅ Waiting until the last minute could mean missing out — installation backlogs are expected as the deadline approaches.

How to claim it:

  1. Schedule a solar consultation now to get your system designed and sized for your home.

  2. Choose a reputable solar installer that can handle permitting, financing, and utility paperwork.

  3. Make sure installation is completed before the end of 2025.

  4. When you file your 2025 taxes, use IRS Form 5695 to claim the credit.

  5. If your credit is larger than your tax liability, the unused portion rolls over to the next year.

Bonus: In Florida, you’ll also avoid sales tax on solar equipment and your property taxes won’t go up, even though your home value likely will.

Don’t wait — homeowners who act now get the full benefit and lock in lower electric bills for decades.