Yes! If your new skylights have a U-factor of 0.30 or less and an SHGC rating of 0.30 or less, then you qualify for the Federal Residential Energy Efficiency Tax Credit. The credit will cover 30 percent (up to $1,500) of the cost the skylights.

If you don’t use all of the $1,500 on the skylights, you can use the rest on other projects that will make your home more energy efficient, like installing new windows and doors, adding insulation and upgrading older appliances such as a water heater or a furnace. Visit our Federal Energy Efficiency Tax Credit webpage to learn more about the credit and how to apply.