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Tax Credits for Energy Efficient Windows & Doors
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On February 17, President Obama signed into law the American Recovery
and Reinvestment Tax Act of 2009. This bill extends and modifies the tax
credits for windows and doors established in the Energy Policy Act of
2005. The following guidance is not intended as legal advice, and you
should consult a tax professional with specific questions.
Qualifying products purchased between January 1, 2009 and December 31,
2010 are eligible for a tax credit equal to 30 percent of the product
cost. Installation is not included; be sure to obtain
an itemized invoice from your retailer or installer. The maximum amount
of homeowner credit for all improvements combined (including
roofing, insulation, HVAC, and water heaters) is $1,500 during 2009
and 2010.
Products Purchased before June 1, 2009 Criteria:
Windows and doors purchased before June 1, 2009 must meet or exceed the
prescriptive criteria established by the 2001 Supplement of the 2000
International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) or the 2004 Supplement of
the 2003 IECC for the climate zone in which the product is installed.
Documentation: For windows, homeowners may use either ENERGY STAR labels
or manufacturer certification statements to document eligibility for the
tax credit. Doors are required to have a manufacturer certification
statement.
Products Purchased on or after June 1, 2009 Criteria:
Windows and doors purchased on or after June 1, 2009 must have U-factor
and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) ratings of 0.30 or less.
Documentation: Homeowners must obtain a manufacturer certification
statement to document window or door eligibility for the tax credit.
To calculate the credit, you must use IRS Form 5695 (available at
www.irs.gov). Consult your tax professional to determine the exact amount of credit available.
The EnergyStar.gov website
is a good source of additional information. Their
FAQ page can help answer your questions.
We will post additional information here as it becomes available.
(Last Updated 1/14/2010)
Manufacturer's Certification
Statements:
Windows ·
ThermaTru Doors ·
Larson Storm Doors
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Thermal Windows, Inc. · 12805 E. 31st Street · Tulsa, OK 74146 ·
(918) 663-7580 · Fax: (918) 627-3049
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