Category: Garage Door Service

Here Is How To Save On The Sales Tax On A New Impact Garage Door

Effective July 1, 2026, the Florida Department of Revenue implemented the Home Hardening Products Sales Tax Refund program for impact-resistant garage doors. Eligible Florida homeowners may receive a refund of up to $500 in state sales tax paid on qualifying impact-resistant garage doors. The program applies to purchases made between July 1, 2026, and June 30, 2029.

This State of Florida incentive creates a great opportunity for homeowners to SAVE.

Qualifications
The person who holds legal title to an eligible residential property must apply. Only residential properties for which a homestead exemption has been granted and that have a just value of $700,000 or less are eligible. Mobile homes, manufactured homes, and trailers are not eligible.

Frequently Asked Questions for Consumers

1. How do I file a refund claim for home-hardening products?

Homeowners must apply to the Florida Department of Revenue and provide the following documentation.   A signed agreement showing the taxes paid and a receipt showing the tax paid. You should also have product specifications that show the impact rating, a permit record, and proof of final inspection.   The documentation is similar to what you would provide to show your insurance company to earn discounts on your homeowner’s insurance.

The owner must submit the following forms to the Florida Department of Revenue between July 1, 2026, and September 30, 2029. This can be done electronically:

Sales and Use Tax – Application for Refund (Form DR-26S)
Home Hardening Products – Sales Tax Refund (Form DR-26HH)
Copies of receipts showing payment of Florida sales tax on retail purchases of qualifying home-hardening product(s) can be uploaded to the site.

Visit the Florida Department of Revenue’s Forms and Publications webpage to download the required Form found under Refunds (DR-26S online, and electronically submit a copy of Form DR-26HH and supporting documentation.

2. If a contractor purchased the qualifying home-hardening products at retail, can I still obtain a refund as the owner of the eligible residential property where the products were installed?

Yes. The owner of the eligible residential property receives the benefit of the exemption solely through a refund of previously paid tax. If a contractor made the retail purchase of the qualifying home-hardening products installed on the property, the receipt showing payment of Florida sales tax on the contractor’s retail purchase must be included with the refund application.

3. What garage doors qualify, and do they need to be under a certain price to qualify for the sales tax exemption?

The garage doors you purchase must be impact-rated and tested to qualify for the sales tax exemption. EDL only sells and installs impact rated garage doors. There is no price limit.

4. If I receive a rain check for a qualifying item Sales Tax Exemption Period, can it be used after the exemption period to purchase the item tax exempt?

No. The qualifying item must be purchased during the exemption period to be tax-exempt. When a rain check is issued, a sale has not occurred. The sale occurs when the rain check is redeemed and the item is purchased.

Dedicated to Making Our Customers #1

Integrity, dependability, and honesty are the guiding principles at EDL / Gate Masters.  As a third-generation family-owned and operated business in South Florida, we truly value our customers.   Back in 1964, we started installing garage doors and, along the way, acquired Gate Masters.  We treat all our customers professionally and work hard to ensure all our products are of the highest quality available.

EDL / Gate Masters is your one-stop source for hurricane-ready garage doors, automatic openers, custom aluminum gates, access systems, barrier arms, and specialty products for residential, commercial, and industrial applications in Broward, Palm Beach, and Miami-Dade counties.

As a family-run business, we truly value our customers and never take their business for granted.  We are thrilled when we receive letters like the ones below.

December 29, 2021

EDL Electronic Door Lift Inc.
6601 NW 15th Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309

Customer Service,

On December 29 I made a trip to your facility to purchase a can of garage door operator lubricant. I took the time to drive there because my past experience has told me that you market excellent products, products that work!!

When the lady brought it to the counter she informed me that you were not going to charge me. At that point there was no clue whether I had ever made a previous purchase at you Company! This simply confirms once again that EDL is an above board Company that treats people well and markets superiority!

For the records, my late wife and I did purchase our garage door and operator from your Company, I think in 2017 or maybe 2016.

Thank You for an act of kindness,
Warren B.
Sunrise, FL.

 1/10/2022

 I want to tell you that Susan and James the service tech are really outstanding.  They were critical in my hour of need when I needed new springs for garage door.  They are real pros and you should be really proud of them.   Hey give them a raise. 

 Big thanks to them and EDL.

 Arnold. L. 

Our Google rating is 4.8 with over 100 five-star reviews.  

Here are a few.

5- Stars – So happy I decided on EDL to install a new hurricane resistant garage door at my home. Very positive experience from the beginning. Fair estimate, accurate lead time quote, great follow-up and expert installers that were finished under their time quote. I can’t say that but other experiences we’re having during our house renovation. Hannah J.

5-Stars – Technician showed up on time and knew exactly what the problem was. He quickly resolved the issue with parts on his truck and the door is magically lifting and closing again. Highly recommend EDL. Steve H.

 5-Stars – Fast and efficient service. Would not hesitate recommending. Barbara J.

With a large, fully stocked fleet of vehicles, we offer Same-Day and 24/7/365 Emergency Service.

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