Florida Solar Tax Credits Explained (And How Eden Helps You Claim Them)
Jun 23, 2025
Eden Editorial
8 min to read
Florida Solar Tax Credits Explained (And How Eden Helps You Claim Them)
The Solar Investment That Pays You Back – While You Still Can
URGENT UPDATE: The federal solar tax credit—officially known as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC)—is currently facing potential legislative changes that could significantly reduce or eliminate this benefit in upcoming sessions. What was once considered a permanent fixture of renewable energy policy is now in jeopardy as budget negotiations continue.
This powerful financial benefit currently allows you to deduct 30% of your entire solar system cost directly from your federal taxes. For the average Florida homeowner, this translates to $6,000–$10,000 back in your pocket, depending on your system size and configuration.
With the future of this incentive uncertain, acting now provides the greatest financial certainty for homeowners considering solar.
Why This Credit Is In Jeopardy
Recent legislative proposals have targeted renewable energy incentives as potential areas for budget cuts. Several factors have put this valuable credit at risk:
Shifting political priorities in Washington
Pressure to reduce federal spending
Lobbying efforts from competing energy interests
Proposed phase-out schedules that accelerate reduction timelines
While the credit remains fully available today at 30%, there's no guarantee it will maintain this level—or exist at all—in coming years. Homeowners who act now lock in the current rate before potential changes take effect.
How Eden Ensures You Get Every Dollar You Deserve
Unlike traditional solar companies that consider their job complete after installation, Eden provides comprehensive support throughout the tax credit process—especially critical now as claiming the full benefit becomes more urgent:
1. Complete Documentation Package
Immediately following your installation, we provide you with a personalized tax credit package including:
Pre-filled IRS Form 5695 (the exact document required for claiming your credit)
Itemized cost breakdown of your system (required for IRS verification)
Detailed installation certification with all information the IRS requires
2. Step-by-Step Guidance
You'll receive:
* A digital walkthrough with screenshots showing exactly where your solar credit information goes on your tax return
* Access to our tax credit support team for any questions during filing
* Clear timelines and reminders so you never miss critical deadlines—increasingly important as regulations change
3. Professional Tax Support (Optional)
Prefer to have an expert handle everything?
* We maintain a network of solar-specialized CPAs and tax professionals across Florida
* Direct referrals to professionals familiar with solar tax incentives in your specific county
* Preferred rates for Eden customers with our partner tax professionals
* Up-to-date expertise on the latest changes to solar incentive programs
4. Peace of Mind Guarantee
Our commitment doesn't end with paperwork:
* We review your completed forms before filing to ensure accuracy
* If any issues arise with your solar tax credit claim, we provide documentation support
* Our tax support team remains available even after installation is complete
Do You Qualify? (Most Florida Homeowners Do – For Now)
The good news is that most Florida homeowners currently qualify for the full 30% tax credit. You're likely eligible if:
You own your home (not required to own outright—mortgaged homes qualify)
You pay federal income taxes (the credit offsets your tax liability)
Your system is installed and operational by December 31st of the tax year
Even if you don't have enough tax liability to use the entire credit in one year, the unused portion rolls forward for up to five years—giving you plenty of time to capture the full benefit.
What Happens Without Proper Tax Credit Support?
Without specialized guidance, homeowners frequently encounter these costly pitfalls:
Missing documentation leading to delayed or denied credits
Incorrect filing resulting in reduced credit amounts
Missed deadlines causing permanent loss of available credits
Overlooked additional incentives beyond the federal ITC
Failure to lock in current rates before potential reductions take effect
With Eden, these problems simply don't happen. We've streamlined the entire process to ensure you receive every dollar you're entitled to—without the headache and with the urgency the current situation demands.
Act Now While The Full Credit Remains Available
The solar tax credit isn't complicated when you have the right support—but its future availability at current rates is no longer guaranteed. With Eden, you'll navigate the process effortlessly and secure the substantial savings you deserve before potential changes reduce this valuable incentive.
Want to see exactly how much you could save with today's 30% credit?