Did you have geothermal installed in 2025, and is your accountant requesting a QMID for your Federal Tax Credit Form 5695? We have had multiple calls this year from customers and accountants alike asking for this elusive PIN related to their geothermal installation.
Per guidance from WaterFurnace, a QMID is not required for Geothermal heat pump installations when filing form 5695.
Here are the details from WaterFurnace January E-News sent to dealers…
| Federal Tax Form Tip: PIN Or QMID Requirement |
| If your customers installed a geothermal system last year and is trying to claim the 30% federal tax credit, a common question we hear around tax time is whether a Product Identification Number (PIN) or QMID is required when filing.The short answer: no PIN is required for ground source heat pumps. Geothermal systems fall under the 25D (Residential Clean Energy Credit), not 25C (Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit). Both credits are claimed using IRS Form 5695 (Residential Energy Credits), but Geothermal heat pumps are claimed under Part I of Form 5695, where the 30% credit has no dollar cap, and it does not require a PIN, QMID, or manufacturer code. Homeowners simply enter qualified costs for the geothermal system and keep their invoice and installation documentation for their records. Air-source heat pumps and other efficiency upgrades are claimed under Part II of Form 5695, which covers the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (IRC §25C). This is where the PIN or QMID is required, along with efficiency certifications and annual dollar limits. |
Disclaimer: We are not accountants or tax professionals. The information provided on this page is for general informational purposes only and is based on guidance from WaterFurnace. For advice regarding your specific tax situation, including the use of IRS Form 5695 or eligibility for federal tax credits, please consult a qualified tax professional or accountant.
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