January 13, 2026Incentives
Federal Solar Tax Credit: Where Things Stand in 2026
A quick refresher on the 30% Residential Clean Energy Credit and how Abilene homeowners can claim it.
The federal Residential Clean Energy Credit remains at 30% of qualified solar and battery system costs in 2026. The credit applies to equipment, labor, permitting, and certain electrical upgrades required for the installation.
Batteries with a capacity of 3 kWh or more qualify on their own — even if added to an existing solar system. Pure Solar Abilene provides itemized documentation to make filing IRS Form 5695 straightforward.
Talk to a tax professional about your specific situation, but most homeowners with sufficient tax liability can claim the full credit in the year the system is placed in service.