Tax Credits for Insulation!

On February 17, 2009, the President signed into law the "American Recovery and Reinvestment Act", which included an increase in the tax credit for homeowners who have T•A•P™ installed in their attics. The maximum 2009/10 federal tax credit is now 30% or $1,500 (whichever is less). In addition, the credit has been extended thru 2010. We have attached the required TAP manufacturer’s certification that your customer will need to retain in their tax files. As an example of this benefit, an average $1,200 attic capping job will cost only $840, saving the homeowner $360! Concurrently, federal funding is pouring into the states from Washington earmarked for energy efficiency upgrades. Be sure you take full advantage of this lucrative opportunity to generate additional revenue for your company in the coming year. Click here for a map linking you to your state’s rebate and other insulation related opportunities - http://www.dsireusa.org/ and then contact your state organizations to discuss their initiatives.

1. Existing Homes - adding insulation:
Tax credits cover 30% of the insulation cost, up to a total credit amount of $1,500.00. A Manufacturers Certification Statement is required - TAP's Certification Statement.



2. New Construction:
Home builders are eligible for a $2,000 tax credit for a new energy efficient home that achieves 50% energy savings for heating and cooling over the 2004 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and supplements. At least 1/5 of the energy savings must come from building envelope improvements. For complete information please see ENERGY STAR's website.

3. To help you get going on receving your tax credits, please click right for the DOE's recommended R-Values to see how much insulation you need to keep you toasty in the winter and cool in the summer.

4. For information regarding additional home tax credits (such as for windows, HVAC, doors, Heat Pumps, etc.), please visit ENERGY STAR.

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