Is an insulated garage door a tax write-off?

An insulated garage door can qualify for the federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Tax Credit, which lets you claim 30 percent of the cost up to a 250 dollar limit per door and 500 dollars total for all exterior doors per year. To qualify, the door must be installed on the taxpayer's primary residence, meet ENERGY STAR requirements, and serve a heated or air-conditioned space, which generally means an attached garage. You claim it by filing IRS Form 5695 with your federal tax return and keeping the manufacturer's certification statement plus the receipt. The credit applies only to the door cost, not labor. Detached garages do not qualify. Always confirm current eligibility with a tax professional, as the rules and dollar caps update annually.