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678 WINDOWS has the most affordable ENERGY STAR window on the market today. No need for fancy upgrades to meet ENERGY STAR requirements, ALL of the windows we sell are ENERGY STAR rated.

• The tax credits that were previously effective for 2009, have been extended to 2010 as well.
• The window must have a U-factor of .30 and a SHGC of .30. Our Gold Series meets this criteria with foam filling.
• The tax credit has been raised from 10% to 30%.
• The tax credits that were for a specific dollar amount (ex $300 for a CAC), have been converted to 30% of the cost.
• The maximum credit has been raised from $500 to $1500 for the two years (2009-2010).

The $200 cap on windows has been removed, but the requirements for windows has been increased significantly. Not all ENERGY STAR qualified windows will qualify. For example, If you purchase $5000.00 worth of ENERGY STAR replacement windows you would get back 30% or $1500.00 on your taxes, it’s that simple. Call TODAY and we will provide a FREE written quote and guarantee your windows meet the new requirements.

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1. What is an ENERGY STAR qualified window? How does it differ from other windows?
2. How has the new Stimulus bill affected the tax credits for energy efficient home improvements?
3. What brands or models of windows, doors, and skylights are ENERGY STAR qualified
4. Regarding ENERGY STAR windows, what does U-Factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient mean?
5. Can sliding glass patio doors qualify for the tax credit?
6. What framing material should I look for to ensure that the window, door, or skylight I select is energy efficient
7. Can a single window qualify as ENERGY STAR in all climate zones for all 50 states?
8. Is the ENERGY STAR criteria for windows, doors, and skylights based on whole-unit values or center-of-glass values?

1. What is an ENERGY STAR qualified window? How does it differ from other windows

ENERGY STAR qualified windows meet a stringent energy efficiency specification set by the Department of Energy and have been tested and certified by the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC). NFRC is an independent, third-party certification agency that assigns specific energy efficiency measures such as U-factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient to the complete window system, not simply the glass. ENERGY STAR qualified windows may have two or more panes of glass, warm-edge spacers between the window panes, improved framing materials, and Low-E coating(s) which are microscopically thin coatings that helps keep heat inside during the winter and outside during the summer. Search for EARTHWISE Windows on the NFRC website to verify our ratings.

2. How has the new Stimulus bill affected the tax credits for

On February 17, 2009, President Obama signed a stimulus bill (The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009) that made some significant changes to the energy efficiency tax credits. The highlights are:

• The tax credits that were previously effective for 2009, have been extended to 2010 as well.
• The tax credit has been raised from 10% to 30%.
• The tax credits that were for a specific dollar amount (ex $300 for a CAC), have been converted to 30% of the cost.
• The maximum credit has been raised from $500 to $1500 for the two years (2009-2010). However, some improvements such as geothermal heat pumps, solar water heaters, and solar panels are not subject to the $1,500 maximum.

The $200 cap on windows has been removed, but the requirements for windows has been increased significantly. Not all ENERGY STAR qualified windows will qualify.

3. What brands or models of windows, doors, and skylights are ENERGY STAR qualified

There are many ENERGY STAR qualified window, door, and skylight models available, however ENERGY STAR does not maintain a list because qualification is dependent on geographic usage of the product. A particular window, door, or skylight may be qualified in Florida, but not Colorado. Additionally, manufacturers offer different glass packages for a particular brand or model that may or may not cause the product to be ENERGY STAR qualified. Please contact the manufacturer directly to determine if a

4. Regarding ENERGY STAR windows, what does U-Factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient mean?

U-Factor measures the heat transfer through a window, door, or skylight and tells you how well the product insulates. The lower the U-Factor, the greater resistance to heat flow (in and out) and the better its insulation value. Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) is the fraction of solar radiation admitted through a window, door, or skylight. This tells you how well the product blocks heat caused by the sun. The lower SHGC, the less solar

5. Can sliding glass patio doors qualify for the tax credit?

Yes, sliding glass patio doors and French doors "placed into service" in 2009 and 2010 are eligible for the Federal tax credit as long as they meet the criteria (U-factor <= 0.30 & SHGC >= 0.30). The tax credit is for 30% of the total cost, up to $1,500.
Save your receipts and the Manufacturer's Certification Statement for your taxes.

6. What framing material should I look for to ensure that the

When selecting a window, door, or skylight for energy efficiency, all you have to do is look for the ENERGY STAR. Since ENERGY STAR criteria are based on whole-unit performance, including the frame, you can simply select a product that is qualified for your climate zone rather than searching for the materials, components, or technologies that are most energy

7. Can a single window qualify as ENERGY STAR in all climate zones for all 50 states?

Yes. A window with a U-Factor of less than or equal to 0.35 and a Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) of less than or equal to 0.4 could qualify in all regions. ENERGY STAR criteria is based on the maximum U-Factor and SHGC that provide significant energy efficiency for a given climate zone. For example the U-Factor criteria for the Northern zone is less than or equal to 0.35 while the U-Factor criteria for the Southern zone is less than or equal to 0.65. So, it is possible for a window that is ideal for the central/southern states (due to the SHGC values) to qualify in the northern zone. In southern states, where summers are hot, a low SHGC value is beneficial because lower values mean less heat from the sun is coming through the window. Because there is no SHGC requirement for the northern zone, any SHGC value (as long as the U-factor is 0.35 or less) will qualify for ENERGY STAR.

8. Is the ENERGY STAR criteria for windows, doors, and skylights based on whole-unit values or center-of-glass values?