• The maximum amount for the Energy Efficiency Tax Credit is $1,500.
• The amount of the tax credit equals 30% of the homeowner's cost of the product.
  • Example A: Product Cost = $2,500, Tax Credit = $750
  • Example B: Product Cost = $5,000, Tax Credit = $1,500
  • Example C: Product Cost = $10,000, Tax Credit = $1,500

1. Install qualifying products beginning January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2010 and meet all other requirements outlined in the federal tax code.**
2. The IRS form for requesting the Energy Tax Credit is IRS form 5695 (2009 version) which will be available in late 2009 or early 2010.
3. Save the window or door product performance label (NFRC***/ENERGYS STAR LABEL) and sales contract or invoice with your tax documents. NOTE: the tax credit is for the cost of the product only, not installation.
4. Claim the tax credit associated with your qualifying purchase on your Federal filing for the 2009 and/or 2010 tax year. Please note, the entire tax credit can be for windows.

NOTE: The Manufacturer’s Certification Statement can be relied upon by you, the homeowner/taxpayer, for verification that certain Thermal Industries, Inc. windows and/or sliding glass doors are eligible for the Internal Revenue Service Tax Credits identified in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. ENERGY STAR has published tax related interpretations of the ARRA of 2009 for windows/doors on their web site.

For tax purposes, homeowners are advised to keep their purchase receipt(s) and, remove and retain the ENERGY STAR / National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) window/door labeling (sample shown above right) from all products along with the Manufacturer’s Certification Statement. The IRS Notice 2006-26 suggests that the taxpayer is not required to attach this Manufacturers Certification Statement, or the labels, to their tax return. However, you may be required by the IRS to provide the above documents as proof that your Thermal Industries, Inc. windows/doors meet the ENERGY STAR requirements for the Tax Credits. As in all tax matters, taxpayers are advised to consult their tax professional.