     
Tax Credits for 2009/2010
Effective January 1, 2009 installation of qualified
energy efficient home improvements can receive up to 30% of the cost of
installation or up to $1,500.00 tax credit. If you are planning on
doing any improvements or would just like to update your equipment, this
is the year to do it!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a homeowner use the entire $1500 limit as a credit
toward the installation of one appliance?
Yes. A homeowner may use the entire $1500 in tax
credits for installing a single appliance, such as a qualified furnace,
air conditioner, heat pump or hot water heater.
What happens it the 30% of the installed costs is less
than $1500?
The homeowner can "bank" the remaining available tax
credit for other qualified improvements. Any single installation
that costs more than $5000 will instantly reach the $1500 limit.
What if the homeowners already claimed $500 in tax
credits in 2006 or 2007?
The "lifetime caps" that used to be in place have been
removed. Any previous claims do no count against the current $1500
credit limit.
Does the tax credit apply to the cost of the equipment or
the equipment plus labor?
The tax credit applies to the installed costs of the
qualified equipment, which includes labor.
Can the homeowner claim the credit for improvements to a
second home?
No. The tax credit is only available for the
improvement to the taxpayer's primary residence.
Give us a call for a free estimate, we can help you
save energy costs and in the process you will be helping the planet and
receiving your tax credit! |