Window Film Tax Credits and Installation Rebates
The Energy Policy Act of 2005Provides incentives for homeowners who make certain energy-efficient home improvements. Window film has been added to the list of qualifying technologies for 2009. Any homeowner that purchases qualifying Huper Optik window film between 1/1/2009 and 12/31/2009 will qualify for the tax credit. For the complete list of qualifying shades, please consult your project manager .Tax credits directly reduce your total income tax, which is far superior to a deduction which merely reduces the amount of income subject to tax. Homeowners can receive a 30% credit on the costs of qualified window film products, with a maximum credit of $1500. Complete IRS form 5695 and file your 2007 Income tax return by 4/15/2010. Forms can be downloaded from the IRS website or by clicking here. You will need a copy of the dealer invoice for the window film product, itemized by film cost and installation. Installation costs are not eligible for the tax credit.
SDG&E Rebates for Window Film Installation:
Presently, SDG&E is giving window film rebates for small, medium, and large commercial buildings, between $1.50-$3.00 per square foot of film installed.
Excerpt from SDG&E’s Website:
“The program is funded by California utility customers and administered by SDG&E under the auspices of the CPUC. Program funds will be made on a first-come, first served basis until program funds are no longer available.”
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