Oregon State Home Oil Weatherization Program (SHOW) Homeowners and renters who heat with oil, wood, propane, kerosene, or butane are eligible to receive cash rebates for weatherization projects, including building insulation. The rebate amount is 25% of the total cost up to a maximum rebate of $500. See website See page
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WINDOWS, DOORS + SKYLIGHTS The efficiency of your windows and doors can significantly affect your home’s heating and cooling energy costs. When they are efficient and correctly sealed, they can dramatically reduce energy needs and, as a result, your energy bills. When they are leaky or uninsulated, they can dramatically increase monthly utility bills. Windows alone can account for as much as 10 to 15% of a typical utility bill. The latest window designs and technologies such as low-e or argon gas windows are extremely efficient. Upgrading to Energy STAR®-rated windows and installing insulated exterior doors can provide big savings over the long term. Since it is not always ideal to completely replace existing windows, there are several easy steps you can take to make them more efficient. These include adding storm windows, applying caulking and weather-stripping, and using window treatments or other coverings (such as overhangs) to insulate windows on winter nights and to provide shade on hot summer days. To learn more about improving existing windows without replacement, go to: Navigate61.notlong.com.
Incentives In addition to the following programs, be sure to check the local utility tables on pages 26-27.
FEDERAL RESIDENTIAL ENERGY EFFICIENCY TAX CREDIT Window and exterior door upgrade projects can qualify for this tax credit. The credit amount is 30% of the total expense, including labor, to install the new equipment. The maximum amount of homeowner credit for all improvements combined is $1,500 for equipment purchased during the two-year period of 2009 and 2010.
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Federal Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Tax Deduction Window and exterior door upgrade projects qualify for this corporate tax deduction. The deduction amount can be up to $1.80 per square foot when installing systems that reduce the building’s total energy and power cost by 50% or more in comparison to a building meeting minimum requirements set by ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2001. Energy savings must be calculated using qualified computer software approved by the IRS.
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ENERG Y | c o n s e r vat i o n : w i n d ow s , d o o r s + s k yl i g h ts
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