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Receive up to a $1,500 tax credit!
How to receive your credit in 4 easy steps:
1. EXPLORE
Explore the energy efficient, tax credit eligible products below and determine your needs.
2. DECIDE
Visit the Energy Star website at http://www.energystar.gov/taxcredit and consult your Tax Advisor for full details about your eligibility for a federal tax credit under the "American Recovery & Reinvestment Act of 2009".
3. SHOP
Purchase select energy-saving products from 1/1/09 – 12/31/10 from Ecohaus. Keep your receipts and print out a copy of the correct Manufacturing Certification Statement***.
4. FILE
File for tax credit on your qualifying energy efficient home improvements placed in service by 12/31/10. Consult your Tax Advisor for appropriate forms.
Eligible Products Available at Ecohaus*
| Product Type | Tax Credit Specification | Credit Amount | Product |
|---|---|---|---|
INSULATION |
Meets 2009 IECC & Amendments |
30% of cost, up to $1,500** |
GreenFiber Cocoon Cellulose Insulation |
INSULATION |
Meets 2009 IECC & Amendments |
30% of cost, up to $1,500** |
Ultratouch Recycled Denim Insulation |
BIOMASS STOVE |
Stove which burns biomass fuel**** to heat a home or heat water. |
30% of cost, up to $1,500** |
RAIS Wood Burning Stoves |
EXTERIOR WINDOWS & SKYLIGHTS |
U factor <= 0.30 |
30% of cost, up to $1,500** |
Solatube Daylighting Systems (eChoice Models) |
PHOTOVOLTAIC (SOLAR) SYSTEMS |
Photovoltaic systems must provide electricity for the residence, and must meet applicable fire and electrical code requirement. |
30% of cost, no maximum |
SolarStar Ventilation Systems |
Manufacturing Certification Statement*** [PDF]* Eligible products must be placed in service from January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2010 in the taxpayer’s principal residence. For record keeping, save your receipts and the Manufacturing Certification Statement***. Product categories are subject to change over the tax credit period.
** Subject to a $1,500 maximum per homeowner for all improvements combined.
*** A Manufacturing Certification Statement is a signed statement from the manufacturer certifying that the product or component qualifies for the tax credit. The IRS encourages manufacturers to provide these Certifications on their website to facilitate identification of qualified products. Taxpayers must keep a copy of the certification statement for their records, but do not have to submit a copy with their tax return.
**** The law defines "biomass fuel" as any plant-derived fuel available on a renewable or recurring basis, including agricultural crops and trees, wood and wood waste and residues (including wood pellets), plant (including aquatic plants), grasses, residues, and fibers.
The information contained on this page is provided by ecohaus as a guide to basic eligibility requirements, as identified by EnergyStar, as of August 12, 2009. Information is subject to change without notice. Visit http://www.energystar.gov/taxcredit and consult your advisor for full details. Ecohaus is not a tax authority and does not guarantee that credit will be received.