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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. Visions is proud
to offer an unequaled breadth of products that qualify for the tax credit.
Utilizing a number of energy smart solutions, such as Zo-e-shield®, the
World's Best Energy Glass™ is an important differentiation for Visions in
meeting the strict criteria of the Act. In fact, with Zo-e-shield glazing
options, the vast majority of our product styles meet or exceed the specified
requirements. Few competitive brands can offer such flexibility!
The products that meet the requirements are noted below in an easy-to-
understand format. For greater detail, please also refer to our Thermal
Performance Charts.
Qualifing Visions Products
Visions Thermal Performance Products
How to Take Advantage of the Energy Tax Credit
Purchase qualifying Visions 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 STAR® label for each window and door unit you purchase and keep for tax filing purposes.
Tax Credit is only available for 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. Visions 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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