Winterize Your Windows and Qualify for $1,500 Federal Tax Credit

From Margaret on October 27th, 2010 in Window Replacement

You may have witnessed this before: a modest home across the street suddenly looking amazing and very sell-able when old windows are replaced with new. Window replacement can seem like a huge renovation task, but it’s high on the list of the best home improvements you can make.

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Why? Because new windows will revolutionize both the interior and exterior of a home—and help it run energy-efficiently. Which is nice for the environment and your utility bill. Curious what it would cost for your own home? Get a few price quotes today and find out if it’s in the budget.

The savings are rather incredible. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, energy-efficient windows can immediately reduce heating and cooling costs by as much as 30%. That is huge over the course of five, 10, or 15 years in your home.

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Then there’s the federal rebate, in which homeowners can receive a tax credit of up to $1,500 for upgrading their primary residence with energy efficient appliances, including exterior windows.

A licensed contractor (get in touch with one here) can help determine whether you should replace the full window and frame, retrofit the window into an existing frame, or simply replace the sashes. Tell your contractor that you want ENERGY STAR windows to qualify for rebates and tax credits.

Keep in mind the deadline for federal rebates is right around the corner on December 31, 2010. But the real savings come with your reduced cost in energy bills and home resale value down the road. Take steps now to help your home stay warm and efficient—and look great—before winter truly hits.

Photo Credits: Robbie Sproule & Lara604 via Flickr CC

3 Responses to “Winterize Your Windows and Qualify for $1,500 Federal Tax Credit”

Old Salt Lake City Home Gets a Pretty Remodel | Local Remodeling Says:

November 8th, 2010 at 3:29 pm

[...] surprised by how much more comfortable the home felt afterwards—and took advantage of the $1,500 tax credit for new window installation as well. Intrigued? Find out what upgrading your own windows would cost [...]

Little TLC for Your Dwelling – 3 Non-Cosmetic Home Improvements | Calfinder Remodeling Blog Says:

November 12th, 2010 at 2:29 pm

[...] Another big renovation is the all-important window replacement. Leaky or drafty windows can account for 25 percent of your home’s heating loss, so it’s well worth checking price quotes for an upgrade. And if you replace any windows with Energy Star-qualified models, the government will cut you a tax credit for 30% of the total cost (up to $1,500). Get the low-down here. [...]

Year’s Top 10 Most Cost-Effective Home Remodels | Calfinder Remodeling Blog Says:

November 18th, 2010 at 10:49 am

[...] act fast—the federal tax credit for 30% (up to $1,500) of your installation costs is about to expire on December 30, 2010. Get the low-down [...]

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About the Author:

Margaret Everton
I ran a design boutique in Beverly Hills before designing and consulting about children’s spaces privately. I also consult and write often about efficient living and green design. In this web-wide world of design, I offer virtual consulting and design packages, and love to help create successful spaces. I believe that a deliberate environment increases the happiness of families and individuals—deliberate in style and aesthetics as well as functionality. The oldest of six children, and a parent of two, I have also personally seen how good design matters. In the hustle of daily life, sometimes the greatest parental tool is a calm atmosphere in which to unwind and engage with each other.