Federal Solar Tax Credit for Residential Projects

If you’re considering going solar in Oregon City or the surrounding area, the federal solar tax credit—officially known as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC)—could play a huge role in how much you save. For 2025, that credit is at a crossroads.

Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, homeowners can currently deduct 30% of the cost of solar and battery systems from their federal taxes. But with the credit now under review in Congress, its future past 2025 is uncertain—and that could directly impact families here in Northwestern Oregon.

What Is the Federal Solar Tax Credit (ITC)?

The solar ITC is a federal incentive that covers 30% of the total cost of your system, including:

Solar panels
Battery storage systems
Installation labor and permitting fees
Necessary electrical upgrades

This credit applies whether you’re in Oregon City, Portland, Salem, Beaverton, or anywhere else in the region.

Why the 2025 Solar Tax Credit May Be Changing

Congress is currently reviewing clean energy incentives as part of a broader budget conversation. While the Inflation Reduction Act set a schedule to keep the credit through 2032, political shifts could result in early rollbacks or changes—possibly before the end of 2025.

This means Oregon homeowners may have a limited window to lock in the full 30% credit.

What Could Happen Next?

There are three potential scenarios for the ITC:

No Change: The 30% credit remains in place through 2032 as planned.
Step-Down: The credit reduces in stages, first to 26%, then to 22%.
Early Sunset: The credit is eliminated entirely before its scheduled expiration.

With installation timelines and utility approvals in Oregon sometimes taking weeks or longer, waiting too long could mean missing the cutoff.

Oregon Solar Incentives Make It Even Better

In addition to the federal credit, homeowners in Oregon have access to:

Energy Trust of Oregon cash incentives
Solar Within Reach rebates for income-qualified households
Net metering policies that let you earn credit for excess power you send to the grid

We help homeowners from Oregon City to Tigard, Gresham, West Linn, and beyond navigate all of these options.

Why Local Matters: Solar with a Homegrown Team

We’re not a national chain—we’re a local solar installer based right here in Oregon City, OR, and we’ve been serving Northwestern Oregon for over 10 years. Every system we design, install, and service is handled in-house by our experienced team. From the first proposal to the final inspection, we’ve got you covered.

Take the Next Step Before the Window Closes

Whether you’re in the early research phase or ready for a site visit, now is the time to act. Let’s make sure you lock in every available incentive while the 30% federal solar tax credit is still on the table.

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📧 Email: colton@esolutions-or.com

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Coming Up Next:

We’ll break down the rules for batteries and the 30% tax credit, how the paperwork works, and how we help homeowners in Oregon City and beyond get it done right.