Quick answer
Can I still get a tax credit for installing a home EV charger in Texas?
Not for a new install. The federal Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit (Section 30C) does not apply to chargers placed in service after June 30, 2026. If your charger was installed and working on or before June 30, 2026, and your home is in an eligible census tract, you may still be able to claim it on your 2026 return with IRS Form 8911. Ask your tax preparer. Texas has no statewide home charger credit, so the remaining savings come from choosing the right setup and from any program your electric provider runs.
Written and reviewed by Sean Al Hajebi, owner of Tesla Electric DFW. Last updated .
What changed
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (Public Law 119-21, signed July 4, 2025) moved the end date of the federal Section 30C credit from the end of 2032 to June 30, 2026. The IRS instructions for Form 8911 say the credit can't be claimed for refueling property placed in service after that date. Home EV chargers counted as refueling property.
Before it ended, the credit only applied to homes in eligible census tracts (low-income or non-urban areas), so many North Texas homes did not qualify anyway.
If your charger went in before July 1, 2026
"Placed in service" generally means installed and ready to use. If that happened on or before June 30, 2026, check two things with your tax preparer:
- Whether your address is in an eligible census tract. The IRS has an FAQ on how to check.
- That you have the invoice showing the install date and cost. We can resend a copy of yours if we did the work.
This page is general information, not tax advice.
Local utility programs
Depending on your address, your power lines belong to Oncor or to an electric co-op such as CoServ. Utility EV programs change often and some are run through retailers instead of as cash rebates, so check your provider's current program page before you buy a charger. If a program requires a specific Wi-Fi or networked charger, tell us before the install so we mount the right one.
What still saves money on a home charger
- Pick the right connection. A NEMA 14-50 outlet for a plug-in charger usually costs less than hardwiring, and you can take the charger with you if you move. Hardwiring allows faster charging on a Tesla Wall Connector.
- Check the panel before you buy anything. We run a load calculation so the new circuit doesn't overload the panel when the AC, dryer and oven run together. A full panel can sometimes be handled without a full upgrade.
- Two EVs? Tesla Wall Connectors can share power on one circuit, which can avoid a second large circuit.
- Park close to the panel if you can. A shorter wire run usually means less material and a quicker install.
Text a photo of your panel with the door open and the spot where you want the charger to 214-774-2150 and we'll tell you what your setup needs.
Questions we get
Did the federal EV charger tax credit end?
Yes, for new installs. The Section 30C credit does not apply to chargers placed in service after June 30, 2026, under Public Law 119-21.
Is there a Texas state tax credit for a home EV charger?
Texas has no state income tax, so there is no state income tax credit for a home charger.
Do I still need a permit for an EV charger in Frisco?
Yes. A new 240-volt circuit for a charger needs an electrical permit from the City of Frisco, and the same is true in most nearby cities. We pull the permit and stay with the job through inspection.
Does Tesla Electric DFW only install Tesla chargers?
No. We install Tesla Wall Connectors and Level 2 chargers from ChargePoint, Emporia, Grizzl-E, Ford, Rivian and others. We are an independent electrical contractor, not affiliated with Tesla, Inc.