Get Tax Credit on Garage Doors for qualified energy saving improvements. For energy efficient doors, contact Elizabeth Garage Doors Parker, Colorado.

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Energy Tax Credit Certification for Qualified Residential Garage doors
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, which changes several provisions in the
Energy Improvement and Extension Act of 2008 (HR 1424), entitles homeowners a tax credit for
qualified energy saving improvements they put in place on their primary residence. Included in the
approved products are qualified garage doors. The following door models from C.H.I. qualify for the
tax credit:
2216*/4216*/2217*/5216*/5916*/2290 Series/5300 Series**/5400 Series**/5500 Series**/5600
Series**/5700 Series**/5800
Series**/2283/2284/4283/5283/2285/4285/2286/2700 Series*/3216*/3212*/3285.
*The models noted with an asterisk qualify with and without insulated windows. All other models qualify without windows only.
**2" base sections only.
The tax credit equals 30% of the product price up to $1500. The credit applies to the product
purchase only and does not include labor. The maximum credit of $1500 is for any and all
combined qualified products for the home including windows, entry & garage doors. The qualified
improvements must be installed on an existing home between January 1, 2009 and December 31,
2010.
Changes in the new policy state that insulated residential garage doors must have a U-Factor equal
to or less than 0.30. Additional requirements for garage door include:
 It is installed on the taxpayer’s primary residence.
 It must be installed on an insulated garage.
 There must be a perimeter seal (door stop) used as a means to control air infiltration.
 It must be installed in 2009 or 2010.
 It is expected to remain in service for at least five years.
If you have any additional questions regarding the products that qualify for this credit, simply
speak with your C.H.I. distributor, Jerry Binder.
Here are some factors to consider when purchasing a new garage door for your home…
Insulation and Sealing
In very extreme climates some people may heat and cool their garages but most people don't.
Either way, to keep the garage comfortable in hot and cold weather, you want to keep the
elements and hot or cold air out. Keeping the doors closed is just the beginning. Keep air from
sneaking in or out with good insulation and proper sealing.
The Garage Door
Two things to look for in an energy efficient exterior door: proper material and proper installation.
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of these three very efficient materials used for
exterior doors including garage doors and find the right one for your home and climate.

2. Extreme climates require a material that will stand up to punishing weather and will need more
regular maintenance. Sometimes that's expensive. If you live in a less severe climate, you may not
need the same type of material and your garage door may not need as much maintenance.
Wood Doors are beautiful but are susceptible to weather damage and are fairly expensive.
Steel Doors are strong, affordable and resist warping.
Fiberglass Doors are more expensive than steel, less expensive than wood and are resistant to
warping, denting and rusting.
Garage Windows
Just like in the house, windows can help regulate the temperature in the garage. You may not need
the same high energy efficiency in the garage as in the house but the more energy efficient the
better and the seal is essential. Even the best window can't do its job if air's is leaking in and out
because of improper seals.
Energy Efficient Lighting
Most garages require lighting but it doesn't have to be expensive. Using energy efficient bulbs in
the garage and throughout the house uses less energy and saves money. All you do is change a
light bulb.
Motion sensor lights work well in and around the garage giving you the lighting you need without
searching for the switch. Depending on where you place the light, you might be able to use solar
lights to save even more energy.
Elizabeth Garage Doors, LLC.
2031 N. Highway 83, Franktown, CO 80116
Phone No: 303-646-3340 Fax: 303-646-4235
Email-Id: info@elizabethgaragedoors.com
Website: http://www.elizabethgaragedoors.com/