Climate Bill Benefits for Homeowners in 2022

The recently signed Inflation Reduction Act is an important piece of legislation for homeowners to study. It contains climate bill benefits for homeowners in 2022 and beyond. You can look at the 2022 climate bill as a reference guide for your home renovation plans. Read up on how much you may save on certain upgrades and decide if the time has arrived for you to look into investing in home renovation services.

Let’s go in-depth on what the bill could mean for your home moving forward. Along the way, we will also highlight specific eco-friendly upgrades worth considering.

Home Energy Improvements and Residential Energy Credits

Tax credits are plentiful inside the Inflation Reduction Act. The idea behind providing those tax credits is simple. By making eco-friendly upgrades more financially feasible, the federal government hopes that more homeowners will take an interest in them. You can take advantage of the incentives included in the bill in a few ways.

First, you will now have an easier time adding clean energy sources to your home. If cost was why you held off on installing those upgrades, clearing that hurdle will be easier now.

Homeowners are also becoming incentivized to purchase more energy-efficient appliances. Thanks to the tax credits in this bill, some of the green appliances you have been eyeing may now be in your price range.

You should also look at general upgrades you have wanted in the past. Then, talk to a contractor about those upgrades because you may be in line to receive tax credits that will make them easier to afford.

Energy-Efficient Upgrades to Consider

Now that we know more about the benefits homeowners may receive from the Inflation Reduction Act, let’s now talk about specific upgrades. There are different ways for you to improve the efficiency of your household. It is worth taking a closer look at those options to identify which ones make the most sense for your San Diego home.

After identifying those upgrades, you can look into hiring local general contractors, design build contractors, or remodeling contractors and start installing them.

Residential Solar Panels

Sunshine is plentiful in the Golden State, and you need to take advantage of that somehow. Residential solar panels present you with that opportunity. As outlined in the new climate bill, homeowners are entitled to receive a tax credit that can cover up to 30% of the rooftop solar panel installation cost.

In the long run, installing residential solar panels could be a wise investment for you financially. Your lower energy bills can help you grow your savings faster. In addition, homeowners may not even need to pay a significant cost upfront for that long-term benefit.

Solar Battery Systems

The new climate bill covers more than conventional solar panel systems. You can still receive up to the 30% discount we discussed above, even if the system you plan to install has to be paired with battery storage.

Heat Pumps

Heat pumps take advantage of different indoor and outdoor temperatures to make your home more comfortable. If you are looking for an energy-efficient alternative to an air conditioner, you should strongly consider purchasing a heat pump.

Homeowners may receive a $300 tax credit for buying a heat pump. Make sure you look for the Energy Star seal while shopping for your new heat pump to ensure you are purchasing an efficient appliance.

Electric Stoves

Switching to an electric stove can be a wise move for a few reasons. By making that switch, you can cook your food faster and reduce fuel consumption. Many people also consider electric stoves to be safer than the more traditional gas stoves. Oh, and you may also get an $800 offset from the government if you replace your old stove with an electric alternative.

Insulation

Now is a good time to discuss insulation replacement with home renovation services. Thanks to the new climate bill, homeowners can receive a tax credit covering up to 10% of the cost of insulation materials.

Speak to your contractor about your insulation options—the most efficient option changes based on the intended application. Your contractor can tell you which one will work best for your specific project.

Windows and Doors

Damaged windows and doors are notorious for draining a home’s energy efficiency. So it would be best if you did something about them to make your San Diego home as efficient as possible. Consider installing new window treatments or replacing those fixtures altogether. The cost of doing so should be less of a concern now since you will be eligible to receive a tax credit of up to 10%.

Water Heaters

Discounts are also available for water heaters. For example, you may receive a discount of over $1,000 based on the type of water heater you decide to get. More specifically, homeowners can get some sizable discounts on electric water heaters.

Clothes Dryers

Your old clothes dryer may be using more fuel than you thought. So it may be time to replace it with a more efficient model. Get a high-efficiency electric dryer and enjoy the discount provided by the 2022 climate bill. Thanks to that piece of legislation, you may get up to $800 off on your new dryer.

Electric Panels/Electric Wiring

Lastly, incentives are also being made available to homeowners who are open to upgrading their electric panels and wiring setups. For example, you can get a rebate of up to $4,000 by replacing your electric panel. Meanwhile, a $2,500 rebate may be available if you upgrade your home’s wiring.

Home Renovation Services in San Diego

We at Eco Minded Solutions have a dedication to helping homeowners build more energy-efficient homes. Allow us to draw from our considerable experience as we work on renovating your San Diego property. Our design and build approach to home construction and remodeling also makes things easier for our clients. In addition, you will have an easier time managing the home-building project if you hire us as your partner.

Some of the locations in and around San Diego we serve include: Del Mar, Carlsbad, Rancho Santa Fe, Solana Beach, Encinitas, Ocean Beach, Rancho Peñasquitos, Torrey Pines, University Heights, Scripps Ranch, Point Loma, Cardiff, Del Mar Heights, Pacific Beach, University City, 4s Ranch, Carmel Valley, Clairemont, La Jolla, La Mesa, Bankers Hill, Allied Gardens, Del Cerro, Carmel Valley, Fletcher Hills and more.

Contact us today if you are looking to get work started on your eco-friendly San Diego home!