Purchase EnergySmart products from Weather Shield today and qualify for a credit of up to $1500 on your next federal tax return.
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 signed on February 17th by President Obama provides a tax credit for qualifying energy-efficient home improvements including windows and doors through 2010. Homeowners can receive a tax credit equal to 30% of their investment, up to $1,500.
In order to receive the tax credit, the window or door must achieve a .30 or lower U-factor and .30 or lower Solar Heat Gain Coefficient. This is more stringent than the current ENERGY STAR® specifications. Weather Shield is proud to offer an unequaled breadth of products that qualify for the tax credit.
Utilizing a number of EnergySmart solutions, such as Zo-e-shield®, the World's Best Energy Glass™ is an important differentiation for Weather Shield in meeting the strict criteria of the Act. With Zo-e-shield glazing options, the vast majority of our product styles meet or exceed the specified requirements (click in "Qualifying Products" on the right for a full listing). In fact, many of our products already meet the projected 2010 EnergyStart® requirement. few competitive brands can offer such flexibility!
How to Take Advantage of the Energy Tax Credit
Purchase qualifying Weather Shield windows or doors that have a U-Factor and SHGC of 0.30 or lower.
The credit is equal to 30% of the investment with the aggregate amount not to exceed $1,500 for during the two taxable years.
Purchase and installation of qualifying products must occur between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2010.
The purchase of the qualified windows must be made during the taxable year for which the credit is being claimed.
The credit is allowed only for the price of the qualifying windows and doors. Installation and sales tax are excluded.
Claim the corresponding tax credit for your purchase on you Federal taxes for either the 2009 and/or the 2010 tax year.
Retain your sales receipt and the NFRC/ENERGY STARŪ label for each window and door unit you purchase and keep for tax filing purposes.
The credit is only available on home improvements (not new construction).
For complete details on the tax credit, please refer to IRS.gov, ENERGY STAR® or to the recovery.gov web sites.
The information provided is a partial summary of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Weather Shield Windows & Doors and the Schield Family Brands are not responsible for determining whether specific products qualify for any tax credits. Purchasers should consult their tax advisers to determine whether their specific purchases will qualify for the tax credit.
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