Window Replacement
Energy Efficient Windows: The Solution Is Clear--and Tax Deductible
 
by Karl Fendelander
 
Energy efficient windows are often the way to go, no matter your situation. Whether you're shopping for new windows for a home that's under construction, or searching for the perfect replacement windows, energy efficiency should be a major factor in your decision-making process. The reasons are clear:
  • Energy efficient windows save energy. Energy costs money and consumes our natural resources
  • Energy efficient windows are better for the environment. Using less energy means keeping unnecessary greenhouse gases out of the air. Throw open your window, and take a deep breath of that clean air
  • The initial investment can be a little much for some, which is why the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy have teamed up to create the Energy Star rating system and tax breaks to go along with it
 
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The Energy Star program provides the most trusted ratings for new or replacement windows. Not only that, but it's a government program, so you don't have to worry about brand biases. When it's time to go window shopping, the view from energy efficient windows is unsurpassed and tax deductible. By making sure that you opt for new or replacement windows that fall into Energy Star's easy-to-discern categories, you can qualify for up to $1,500 in tax breaks. Keep in mind that this tax break covers a full 30 percent of your costs up to the $1,500 limit.
Why not go for the gold and get every dime of a potential tax deduction? You can get the best, most energy efficient windows and the government will help you pay for them. The key term to remember is: U-Factor. The U-factor is the number that Energy Star uses to rate thermal efficiency. The lower the U-factor, the better insulated your home. To qualify for the tax break, make sure you go for windows with a 0.30 rating or below.
New windows, replacement windows, the choice is clear. Energy efficient windows pay for themselves with years of cost-cutting thermal efficiency, keeping you warm while you gaze out at your eco-friendly vistas.
 
About the Author:
Karl Fendelander is a freelance writer and editor living in Reno, NV. He holds a degree in writing, which complements an eclectic work and education history. A lover of the outdoors, Karl can often be found hiking and climbing around the West.
 
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