Solar Tax Credit 2026: 30% ITC Rules for Homes & Businesses
Federal solar tax credit 2026: 30% ITC eligibility, commercial depreciation, timing, and documentation for your CPA.
30% ITC rules
The Residential Clean Energy Credit remains 30% of eligible costs through 2032 for qualifying solar and storage equipment. Costs include panels, inverters, labor, and permit fees on your contract.
Get a free quote for your home →Commercial bonus depreciation
Businesses may stack 30% ITC with MACRS depreciation—see commercial solar ROI and commercial solar Orange County.
Get a free quote for your home →Timing and safe harbor
Credit is claimed in the tax year the system is placed in service (PTO). Consult your CPA for safe harbor if construction spans year-end.
Get a free quote for your home →Documentation for CPA
Keep the final contract, paid invoices, interconnection letter, and equipment spec sheets. We provide itemized quotes for tax reporting.
More detail: solar tax credits page and free solar quote.
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