Doing energy efficiency works in your home not only lowers the bill: It can also lower your taxes. We review the deductions for energy efficiency and the rest of the tax advantages associated with these works, with the requirements that the Treasury demands so as not to lose them.
Personal income tax deductions for improvement works
The State has been applying three deduction sections according to the ambition of the work: 20% of what you invested if you reduce at least one 7% the heating and cooling demand of your habitual residence (or rented as such); 40% If you reduce at least one 30% non-renewable primary energy consumption, or you reach letter A or B; y 60% for energy rehabilitation works at building level. Each section has its maximum annual base. These deductions have been carried over for successive years, so verify its validity for the year in which you do the work.
The requirement that decides everything: the two certificates
The deduction is not credited with invoices, but with of energy certificates: one prior to the work and another after that demonstrates the required improvement. Without the initial certificate there is no deduction possible, no matter how magnificent the work is. correct order: certified before, work after, final certificate, and payments always by transfer or card (cash does not deduct).
The other tax advantages of the work
VAT to 10% in home renovation and repair works if the usual requirements are met (particular, housing with more than 2 years and materials below the limit). Municipal bonuses: Many town councils reduce the ICIO of the license and subsidize the IBI for years for installing photovoltaic self-consumption or improving efficiency — they are requested from the town council and vary greatly between Torrevieja, Orihuela or Guardamar. And the direct subsidies autonomous, which we cover in our guide aid for energy rehabilitation in the Valencian Community (remember: the subsidized part is not deducted at the same time).
Is it worth it fiscally?
Adding deduction, Reduced VAT and bonuses, The real cost of a well-planned energy project can be far below the initial budget — and the home gains market value and sales arguments.. If your horizon is to sell in the medium term, combine this reading with our account of If it pays to improve the handwriting before selling. And to find out how much your improved home would be worth in your specific area, ask for our free valuation; from the real estate consultancy we guide you with the rest. Well planned, efficiency pays for itself twice: on the invoice and in the Treasury.
