Through December 31, 2011, when you replace your windows and
doors you may be eligible to claim a Federal tax credit of 10% of the material
cost, up to a maximum of $200 for windows and $500 for doors. Tax credit applies to material costs only
and do not installation or labor costs.
How To Qualify For Your Tax Credit
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Purchase select Energy Star certified windows and doors
and have them installed before December 31, 2011.
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Alll ENERGY STAR™ Windows and Doors qualify. Windows
must have a U-factor of .32 or lower and a Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)
of 0.40 or lower.
How To Claim Your Tax Credit
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Retain your contract, statement of labor/material cost
breakdown, manufacturers certification statement & the NFRC label from each
window and door and keep this with your tax records. The NFRC label shows
that the window or door you purchased is energy efficient and eligible for a
tax credit.
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Claim the tax credit for the year in which the windows or
doors are installed. Consult with a qualified tax advisor to confirm your
eligibility.
American Home Center, Inc. is not responsible for the validity of
your tax credit or eligibility for obtaining the tax credit. Please consult with
a professional tax advisor or the IRS. American Jewel Windows is not providing
legal or tax advice on this web site and recommends that purchasers consult
their own tax advisor to determine whether they qualify for the tax credit.
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