Amazon Prime Day is in full swing. The sale began on July 8 and runs through July 11.
Along with thousands of sales on everyday items, one overlooked component of Prime Day is that you can use it to make your home more energy efficient and save in multiple ways.
How? First, you can take advantage of all the deals on energy-efficiency items on sale during Prime Day. Next, some of your home improvement projects qualify for tax credits. And now is the time to take advantage of those credits while they're still available.
President Donald Trump signed into law the One Big, Beautiful Bill, which will end the energy-efficient home improvement credit designed to help homeowners save on upgrades like adding exterior doors, central air conditioners, water heaters, electric or natural gas pumps, and more. This credit expires after December 31, 2025.
Therefore, now is a great time to invest in home improvements while they're on sale, reduce your home's energy costs — and claim tax credits for them.
Before diving into the deals, you'll need an Amazon Prime account to do so. If you're new, you can try it free for 30 days:
Save on exterior doors during Amazon Prime Day
A strong exterior door not only provides a sense of security but can also lower your energy costs. The U.S. Department of Energy states you can save up to 10% on your utility bills by replacing your exterior door with an energy-efficient model.
The savings extend further, as you can earn a tax credit on them. Per the IRS, exterior doors that meet Energy Star requirements qualify for a tax credit of 30% of the costs of the door, up to $250 per door, with a $500 annual cap.
Here is one of the best deals you can score right now:
Water heater deals for Amazon Prime Day
Another way to lower energy costs is with a tankless water heater. Tankless water heaters can improve energy efficiency in your home by heating water only when you need it, instead of running more continuously like other models.
The U.S. Department of Energy states it can improve energy efficiency in smaller homes by up to 34% and in larger homes by as much as 14%. What's more, some water heaters qualify for a tax credit of up to $600 per unit if they meet or exceed the Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE) highest efficiency tier.
And during Amazon Prime Day, you can receive a great deal and earn tax credits on this tankless water heater:
Get an EV charging station and earn a tax credit
If you have or are thinking of buying an electric vehicle, you'll likely need a charging station for it. Charging stations are easy to set up, they're affordable and you can qualify for a tax credit.
Under the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Tax Credit, EV owners can recoup some of the costs associated with installing a charging station. You'll earn back 30% of the costs, up to a $1,000 cap.
Moreover, during Amazon Prime Day, you can save more with this deal:
Other Prime Day deals to lower energy costs
While some of these items won't qualify for tax credits, you can still save money during Amazon Prime Day and lower your energy costs:
- 6 Pack A19 LED Light Bulbs,60 Watt Equivalent Daylight 5000K with E26 Base, Efficient 9W,800 Lumens Non-Dimmable LED Bulbs - Now $8.99, save 29%
- ChrisDowa Grommet Blackout Curtains for Bedroom and Living Room - Now $12.74, save 31%
- ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced - Programmable Wifi Thermostat - Now $159.99, save 16%
- 52 Inch Ceiling Fans with Lights and Remote, Black Low Profile Ceiling Fan - Now $59.99, save 25%
- ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium with Smart Sensor and Air Quality Monitor - Now $209.99, save 16%
How do I receive tax credits for my Amazon Prime Day purchases?
You can claim expenses related to any qualifying home improvements installed during the year you're filing your taxes. To do so, you'll need to file Form 5695, Residential Energy Credits, with your tax return.
Amazon Prime Day gives you the opportunity to save on energy-efficiency items that can lower your energy bills. On top of this, some of these items come with tax credits, where, as long as you install them before the end of the year, you can save even more.
However, time is limited on both savings opportunities. Amazon Prime Day runs through July 11. Meanwhile, the tax credits for home energy improvements will end at the end of this year.
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