Energy Tax Credits

Homeowners may qualify for a federal tax credit for making improvements or installing appliances designed to boost the energy-efficiency of a home. Basic Requirements: You purchase and install qualifying energy-efficient in your main home in the years 2006,2007,2009, 2010, or 2011. You must purchase new energy - efficient equipment, and the equipment must be expected to remain installed for at least five years. Examples of home improvements that could qualify as tax credits:

• Exterior doors and windows


• Storm windows


• Skylights


• Metal roofs


• Insulation


• Central air conditioning and heating


• Geothermal heat pumps


• Hot water boilers


• Advanced main air circulation fans


• Biomass fuel stoves with thermal efficiency of 75% or more


• Water heaters


• Kitchen appliances


• Washer and dryers


• Asphalt roofs with cooling granules


• Small wind turbines


• Solar panels

For a complete list of qualifying improvements go to www.energystar.gov

You can receive up to 30% of the purchase price for energy efficient products. Take advantage of the rebates out there!