{"id":31323,"date":"2026-03-18T19:14:12","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T19:14:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.128plumbing.com\/?p=31323"},"modified":"2026-03-20T12:37:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T12:37:53","slug":"ev-charging-rebate-coming-to-an-end-in-june-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.128plumbing.com\/blog\/ev-charging-rebate-coming-to-an-end-in-june-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"EV Charging Rebate Coming to an End in June 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve been thinking about installing a home EV (electric vehicle) charger, you may want to act soon. The federal <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternative Vehicle Refueling Property Credit<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a tax incentive that helps offset home EV charger installation costs, will be going away on June 30, 2026.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This credit allows homeowners to claim 30% of the total cost of EV charging equipment and installation, up to $1,000. To qualify, the EV charger must be purchased, installed, and placed in service by June 30, 2026.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not every home qualifies automatically. To be eligible, the EV charger must be installed in either:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A low-income community census tract, or<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A non-urban census tract<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Homeowners can check eligibility by looking up their property\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.census.gov\/geographies\/reference-maps\/2020\/geo\/2020pl-maps\/2020-census-tract.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">census tract designation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The credit is designed for residential use and generally applies only to <\/span><b>primary residences in Massachusetts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Chargers installed at vacation homes or investment properties typically won\u2019t qualify.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Massachusetts residents may also qualify for additional state or utility incentives, such as rebates through Mass Save or EV-specific benefits from local electric companies. These can vary by town and provider, so it&#8217;s worth<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/afdc.energy.gov\/laws\/all?state=MA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">checking what\u2019s available in your area.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At 128 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling &amp; Electric, we\u2019re proud to serve Massachusetts homeowners as a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.128plumbing.com\/128-partners-with-tesla-as-certified-ev-charging-installer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certified Installer of Tesla Energy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> We offer expert installation of Tesla Wall Connectors, Powerwalls, and Chargers. Our licensed electricians will make sure your setup is safe, reliable, and ready for the road ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019ve already purchased an EV or are planning to soon,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fueleconomy.gov\/feg\/taxcenter.shtml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> take advantage of these incentives before the deadlines<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> so you can save money and simplify the transition.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>FAQs<\/h3>\n<p><b>Which EV chargers are eligible for the tax credit?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home electric vehicle charging stations purchased and installed in qualifying locations between January\u202f1,\u202f2023, and June\u202f30,\u202f2026, may be eligible for tax credits.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Does the EV charger tax credit apply to installation costs?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. The credit applies to <\/span><b>both the EV charging equipment and the installation costs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including electrical work needed to install the charger.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Do I need a certified installer for my EV charger?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While certification requirements can vary by manufacturer, working with a qualified installer, like 128, helps ensure the system is installed safely and meets program requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want help<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.128plumbing.com\/electrical-services\/ev-charger-install\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">navigating your EV options<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The team at 128 is here to help you find the best option and get your home EV-ready before these credits are gone for good. Book with our expert electrical team at <\/span><b>781- 670-7172.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve been thinking about installing a home EV (electric vehicle) charger, you may want to act soon. 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