Services Offered for Sales Tax Exemption

Predominant Use Study for Electricity or Natural Gas

According to Texas and some other states statute, a predominant use study is required to determine if more than 51% of the energy usage of each business's electricity or gas meter is expended on services eligible for sales tax exemption. In order to determine if a business is eligible Texas Utility Studies performs an on-site evaluation of the business's facility. Texas Utility Studies employees are highly trained and insured. In Texas and some other states, if the qualifying usage is over 51% then the whole bill is eligible for sales tax exemption. Our Texas licensed engineer examines and gives final approval to every predominant use study as required by the state. The  professional engineer’s license seal certifies the study. 

Certification and Modeling for 179D Tax Deduction Qualification

We perform the complete engineering certification for 179D tax deduction projects. We perform the required DOE approved modeling and field verification of installed energy efficient improvements which are typically LED lighting and HVAC improvements.

Refund Claims for Previously Paid Sales Tax

In the State of Texas up to 48 months previously paid sales tax can be refunded.  Other States vary based on each States Sales Tax laws. 

When must the Study be Updated?

As directed by Texas law, the predominant use study must be updated if any of the following change:

- Ownership

- Business name

- Hours of equipment use

- Type of business or processes performed, especially if production capacity decreases

- Additions in the office or support areas

- Any change that may impact processing capacity  in a negative way

What  are the Primary Benefits of a Predominant Use Study?

Electricity and natural gas sales tax exemption going forward and possible refund of sales taxes going back up to forty eight months. 

What are the Additional Benefits of a Predominant Use Study?

In addition to preparing the necessary reports, forms, documentation and application for tax exemption, Texas Utility Studies, Inc. prepares a detailed report which forms the basis for a traditional energy audit and aids management in the following supplemental ways:

- Pinpoints locations of major energy costs

- Identifies strategic potential cost saving opportunities

- Quantifies the energy usage of each piece of equipment

Don’t Waste Another Penny on Utility Sales and Use Taxes.

We can help your business eliminate and recover sales taxes on natural gas and electricity in Texas and many other states that have begun to use this economic incentive to attract and maintain business.  We are familiar with the variations and have done studies that comply with the laws of Texas and other states.  

 Texas Utility Studies uses the latest IT technologies and a proprietary process to provide a competitive priced best in class solution for your business. No fees are charged unless a sales tax exemption is obtained for your business 

Let us offer your business a firm quote competitively priced and Best in Class.