Federal Tax Credit for Energy Efficiency on Windows, Doors, Skylights
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A reminder that there is a Federal Tax Credits for Consumer Energy Efficiency on Qualifying Windows, Doors, Storm Windows, Storm Doors, and Skylights. If you have been thinking about replacing these items, you might as well upgrade now and save some money.
For 2011, the Federal Tax Credit for energy efficiency drops to 10%, up to a $500 maximum. (2010 Federal Tax Credit information)
- Windows capped at $200
- Qualification now ENERGY STAR
- Existing home and principal residence. New construction and rentals do not qualify.
- Expires December 31, 2011 – Consult the What other rebates are available? below for other possible rebates.
Pella even makes doors utilizing eco friendly, green, FSC Certified Rustic Walnut.
Consumer Reports.org has tips on selecting a door.
Storm Doors and Windows must meet International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) guidelines. Look for double glazed windows with an low emissivity (low-e) and a R-value of about two or three.
Energy Star has a store location finder to help you find local dealers.
The 2011 tax credit reverted to 2005-2008 levels. Anyone who previously took advantage of the program can’t apply for incentives that exceed $500. IE If you claimed $500 between 2005 – 2008 on a previous energy efficiency project, or at least $500 tax credit from 2009 – 2010, you are ineligible for the 2011 energy efficiency tax credit.
If you used say $200 of the $500 energy efficiency tax credit from 2005 – 2008, and did not utilize the 2009 – 2010 energy efficiency tax credit, you would still have a $300 credit available.
Federal Energy Efficiency Tax Credit on Qualifying biomass fuel stoves or Wood Heat Stoves, Pellet Stoves, Fireplace Inserts. There is also a Federal Tax Credit for Energy Efficiency on Water Heaters, Wood Heat Stoves, Pellet Stoves, Furnaces and Boilers, Geo-Thermal Heat Pumps, Windows, Doors, and Skylights.
Double dip! Local utilities like PG&E have their own rebates for Energy Efficient Appliances. To find out if rebates or other incentives are available in your area, visit the ENERGY STAR Rebate Finder.
See: Weatherize your home – Fix Leaky Ducts – Reducing Air Leaks
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