Home energy upgrades
Every upgrade, explained — and who installs it
Whether you're upgrading your HVAC, replacing a roof, adding solar, remodeling, or improving insulation, this guide covers the key home improvement work available to US homeowners — with accurate costs, available tax credits, and direct links to licensed local contractors.
Available home-energy works
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Remodeling & Additions
Kitchen and bath remodels, room additions, and whole-home renovations handled end to end by licensed local contractors.
Typically $15,000–$80,000+ depending on scope (a kitchen, a bath, or an addition)
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Roofing
New roofs, re-roofs, and storm-damage repairs — asphalt shingle, metal, and flat systems — by licensed roofers.
Typically $8,000–$25,000 depending on roof size and material
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Landscaping & Outdoor
Lawns, planting, irrigation, patios, decks, and hardscaping by licensed local landscaping pros.
Typically $3,000–$30,000+ depending on scope (planting vs full hardscape)
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Concrete & Masonry
Driveways, foundations, patios, slabs, and brick or stone masonry by licensed concrete and masonry contractors.
Typically $5,000–$25,000 depending on the project (a patio vs a driveway or foundation)
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General Contractor
Licensed general contractors who manage multi-trade projects end to end — from permits to final inspection.
Varies widely by project — get itemized bids from licensed general contractors
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Windows & Doors
Energy-efficient window and exterior-door replacement by licensed contractors — may qualify for federal tax credits.
Typically $8,000–$25,000 for a whole-home window replacement
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Electrical
Panel upgrades, rewiring, EV chargers, and new circuits by licensed electricians — some upgrades qualify for rebates.
Typically $2,000–$12,000 for panel upgrades, rewiring, or new circuits
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Insulation
Attic, wall, and crawl-space insulation and air-sealing — eligible for the 25C federal tax credit and rebates.
Typically $2,000–$10,000 depending on home size and the areas treated
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Heating & Cooling (HVAC)
Furnaces, central AC, and heat pumps installed and serviced by licensed HVAC contractors — heat pumps earn federal tax credits.
Typically $8,000–$18,000 for a full system before tax credits and rebates
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Plumbing
Repipes, water heaters, fixtures, drains, and leak repair by licensed plumbers.
Typically $1,500–$15,000 depending on the job (a fixture vs a full repipe)
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Solar
Rooftop solar PV and battery storage by licensed installers — the 30% federal Residential Clean Energy Credit plus net metering.
Typically $15,000–$30,000 before the 30% federal tax credit
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Free project assessment
Not sure which upgrade is right for your home?
Every property is different. A licensed contractor will survey your home, review your goals, and recommend the most cost-effective work — including which tax credits and rebates you can access. Normally worth Free, this assessment is free when booked through Renovation Register.
- Independent advice — no obligation to proceed
- Full survey of your property's heat loss and insulation
- Tax credit & rebate eligibility check (25C, 30% clean energy, and more)
- Introductions to vetted, licensed local contractors
Free
value — yours free
No commitment, no upsell — just expert advice.
Federal & state funding
Grants could cover a large chunk of the cost
The Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (25C) is worth up to $3,200 a year on insulation, windows and HVAC. The Residential Clean Energy Credit (25D) covers 30% of solar and battery costs. Many states and utilities add rebates on top. Most of the work listed above qualifies for at least one incentive.
