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Save Money, Be an Energy Star and Go Electric

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January 31, 2025
3:52 pm

Buy Energy-Saving Products Feb. 15-17

Homeowners thinking about upgrading an appliance, replacing a refrigerator, or even changing a light bulb, can do so tax free on Presidents Day weekend.

From Saturday, Feb. 15-Monday, Feb. 17, purchases of the following energy-efficient Energy Star products are free from Maryland’s 6% sales tax:

•Air conditioners.
Washers and dryers.
Furnaces.
Heat pumps.
Boilers.
Solar water heaters (tax exempt year-round).
Standard-size refrigerators.
Dehumidifiers.
Programmable thermostats.
LED light bulbs.

Learn more about the tax-free weekend by visiting www.marylandtaxes.gov and searching “Shop Maryland Energy.”

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