Air Tite Replacements http://www.airtitereplacement.com Sales and Custom Installation of Windows Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:21:48 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Consumers Energy Rebate http://www.airtitereplacement.com/recent-news/consumers-energy-rebate/ http://www.airtitereplacement.com/recent-news/consumers-energy-rebate/#comments Tue, 22 Nov 2011 19:52:12 +0000 donna http://www.airtitereplacement.com/?p=604 Consumers Energy Rebate

Customers of Consumers Energy who have recently replaced windows, doorwalls, or entry doors with glass in them may qualify for an energy rebate.  Windows that qualify are rebated at $30 per section—doublehungs are one section; however a two-section casement with a circle top window above it is considered three sections and nets $90.  A qualifying two section doorwall is rebated at $160.

The program has a set amount of funds in it, so it is on a first come, first serve basis, and expires 12/31/11.  To see if you qualify, check out their site at www.consumersevergy.com/eeprograms

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  • Save money — and more.

    Installing ENERGY STAR qualified windows, doors, and skylights lowers energy bills and saves you money. With more efficient windows, you also use less energy, which reduces greenhouse gas emissions from power plants. Feel your carbon footprint shrinking?

  • Get comfortable.

    Put an end to cold drafts and overheated spaces. ENERGY STAR qualified windows, doors, and skylights keep your home’s temperature consistently comfortable. Even your loveseat right by the window can be cozy with ENERGY STAR.

  • Protect your valuables.

    Many ENERGY STAR qualified windows, doors, and skylights have a special coating on the glass that is like sunscreen for your house.

Save Money — and More. Choose ENERGY STAR Qualified Products.

Installing ENERGY STAR qualified windows, doors, and skylights shrinks energy bills — and carbon footprints — by about 7-15 percent compared to non-qualified products.

Your estimated savings will vary depending on current heating and cooling costs in your region.

For a typical home, choose ENERGY STAR and save:

$146–$501
and
1,147–3,839 pounds of CO2which is equivalent to 59 to 196 gallons of gasoline		 a year when replacing single-pane windows
$71–$247
and
692–2,825 pounds of CO2which is equivalent to 35 to 144
gallons of gasoline		 a year when replacing double-pane, clear glass windows

UPGRADE TO ENERGY STAR

ANNUAL SAVINGS1

This image shows the regional annual savings when upgrading to ENERGY STAR qualified windows from either single-pane or double-pane, clear glass windows. The source for these savings is the U.S. Department of Energy. Savings estimates based on an even mix of one- and two-story detached homes of 1700 or 2600 sq. ft. respectively, with 15% of their floor space in windows that are equally distributed across compass directions.

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Diagnosis:

It is difficult to completely eliminate moisture on existing windows. Inefficient windows (e.g., single pane with aluminum frames) or high moisture with inadequate ventilation can result in condensation, frost, or pools of water on windows and sills. Moisture in the air condenses when it touches a cold surface. (The same effect causes a glass of ice tea to “sweat” on a hot humid day.) Continued excess moisture can lead to mold, mildew, and deterioration of your windows and sills.

Prescription Checklist:

To reduce humidity levels in your home:

  • Use ventilation fans in kitchens and baths to control moisture.
  • Your clothes dryer should be vented directly to the outside. Inspect the vent duct. Make sure it is attached securely to the dryer. Check that it is clear of obstructions (e.g. lint). Check for holes that leak air. If vent duct is damaged replace it with a metal duct. The vent duct should be cleaned at least once a year. The Consumer Products Safety Commission additional safety tips for dryer vents Exit ENERGY STAR.
  • If you have single pane windows, especially with metal frames, install storm windows or consider replacing your existing windows with ENERGY STAR labeled windows.
  • If you can’t afford to add storm windows or replace your windows now purchase and install a shrink film or polyethylene sheet, window insulation kit from a home center or hardware store.
  • If you have a humidifier, check it regularly for proper operation. It could be adding too much moisture to your indoor air.
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Last DSIRE Review: 06/06/2011
Program Overview:
State: Michigan
Incentive Type: Personal Tax Credit
Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Clothes Washers, Dishwasher, Refrigerators, Water Heaters, Furnaces , Building Insulation, Windows
Applicable Sectors: Residential
Amount: 10% of the installed cost of each improvement
Maximum Incentive: $75 per improvement for single filers, $150 per improvement for joint filers
Equipment Requirements: Equipment must meet or exceed EPA Energy Star criteria
Carryover Provisions: No carryover, balance is refunded
Start Date: 01/01/2009
Expiration Date: 01/01/2012
Authority 1:
Date Enacted:
Date Effective:
Expiration Date:		 MCL § 206.253
10/06/2008
01/01/2009
12/31/2011
Summary:

Beginning in 2009, certain Michigan taxpayers are eligible for a tax credit for the purchase and installation of qualifying energy efficient home improvements. In order to claim the tax credit, persons filing single returns must have an annual income of $37,500 or less and married couples filing jointly must have an annual income of $75,000 or less. Credits are limited to qualified improvements made in principle residences and are not available to renters or for improvements made in second homes. The definition of qualifying home improvements is limited to the following categories:

  • insulation
  • water heaters
  • furnaces
  • windows
  • refrigerators, clothes washers, and dishwashers

All equipment must meet the EPA Energy Star efficiency criteria. The items must be intended for residential or non-commercial use.

The amount of the credit is 10% of the installed cost of each improvement, up to $75 for single filers and $150 for joint filers. A taxpayer may not make more than one claim under each equipment category during a single tax year. If the amount of the credit exceeds a taxpayer’s tax liability for a given year, the balance will be refunded. The credit only applies to equipment purchased after December 31, 2008 and before January 1, 2012. In order to claim a credit, tax payers must complete Form 4764 (click here to view 2010 Form 4764).
Contact:

Public Information – Michigan Department of Treasury
Michigan Department of Treasury
Individual Income Taxes
Lansing, MI 48922
Phone: (800) 827-4000
E-Mail: treasindtax@michigan.gov
Web Site: http://www.michigan.gov/treasury
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