Save Money, Be an Energy Star and Go Electric
Buy Energy-Saving Products Feb. 14-16
February 3, 2026
Homeowners thinking about upgrading an appliance, replacing a refrigerator, or even changing a light bulb can, tax free, on Presidents Day weekend.
On Saturday, Feb. 14-Monday, Feb. 16, 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 marylandtaxes.gov and searching “Shop Maryland Energy.”
Electrify MC
Electrify MC’s four-step process can help residents lower the upfront cost of switching to electric appliances like heat pumps, water heaters, stovetops, clothes dryers and more. Start the process by signing up for a free or low-cost home energy assessment at montgomerycountymd.gov/electrifymc.
Having trouble paying your utility bills? Energy assistance may be available at bit.ly/utilityassistance.