Americans are looking at their cooling and heating costs in an economic downturn. It can take a lot of energy to keep a home comfortable, especially when hot and cold air are flying out the window.
Windows can play a significant role in heat transfer. The glass lets in cold air during winter. The HVAC system has to work harder in summer because heat can enter the home through the windows.
Now is the right time to invest in energy-efficient home improvements if your home needs some work. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, signed by President Obama, was approved in February 2009. This act provides benefits for installing energy-efficiency products in existing homes. Tax credits, which can be up to 30% of the cost and up to $1500 in 2010, are available for windows and doors, insulation products and system, roofs, HVAC, biomass stoves, non-solar water heaters, and roofing.
It is not cost-effective to replace existing windows with energy efficient models. However, insulating existing windows can help reduce heating and cooling costs. You may also be eligible for a tax credit.
Comfortex ComforTrack Plus Energy Saving Sidetrack insulation system, a product that uses a double honeycomb cell shade and removable sidetracks to insulate windows, is a special example. The insulation system seals every gap between the fabric edge & the window frame to prevent heat transfer through the glass.
ComforTrack Plus Insulation System customers will see a significant reduction in energy loss compared with an uncovered window.
You can find more information about tax credits for home improvement projects at www.taxcredits.gov www.energystar.gov. Visit this page to learn more about ComforTrack Plus Insulation Systems. www.comfortex.com.
