A change has been made to a tax credit for energy-efficient home improvements. This change could be a valuable marketing tool for your firm. Homeowners who make energy-efficient updates to their homes by Dec. 31, 2010, may be eligible for a tax credit worth 30 percent of the installation costs (materials only) up to $1,500 per home over the two-year period as part of the federal stimulus package. The previous amount was $500. This includes installation of a painted or coated Energy Star-labeled metal roof. Visit www.metalroofing.com and www.energystar.gov for more details.
Energy-efficient homes tax credit (April 2009)
This Month’s Features
Forecasting the Future of Color
While megatrends in coatings and paints do not change overnight, their subtle evolutions reveal where innovation is headed.
Adhesive Innovation
No longer substitutes for sealants or screws, advanced PSA tapes have emerged as high-performance bonding systems that enhance structural integrity and design flexibility.
Key Design Factors When Employing IMPs
Facing profile choices for IMPs include flat, minor ribs, v-grooves, deeper ribs, and striated profiles.
Sealants for Metal Building Systems
Sealants may seem minor, but they are crucial for metal buildings, ensuring moisture protection and thermal integrity for lasting performance.
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