Italy offers tax credit for installing mosquito screens on homes

Homeowners are urged to prevent mosquito infestations by eliminating standing water and using physical barriers such as window and door screens. Installing mosquito nets, including plissé models, provides a permanent, chemical‑free solution that also improves ventilation.

The Italian government offers a fiscal incentive for these screens under the Ecobonus scheme. Tax credits cover up to 50% of the cost for primary residences and 36% for second homes, with a maximum eligible expense of €60,000 per property. To qualify, the screens must also function as solar shading, reducing air‑conditioning use, and meet certification requirements. The credit can be claimed as a deduction over ten years, or, when combined with broader renovation work, the more flexible Ristrutturazioni bonus applies, removing orientation and certification limits.