Need to Lower Your Texas Utility Bills in 2011?
Surely your home is more energy efficient than this one? If not, you need to jump on some of the 2011 Federal Tax Credits for energy efficiency upgrades!
Had a shocking Utility bill in 2011?
The Texas Mail-in Appliance Rebate Program ended in March, but you can still get in on some of the Federal Tax Credits for certain upgrades.
We have another blazing hot Texas summer ahead of us. In addition to checking out these different programs listed below, make sure you also do the basic energy-efficiency things for your home – turn off lights, replace old bulbs with more efficient ones, and keep the A/C at a moderate setting and not at freezer-cold.
Federal Tax Credits for 2011 for Energy Efficiency
EnergyStar has prepared a nice summary page with detailed information about what credits are offered and how to qualify.
Be sure to read the fine print – these credits are worth pursuing but some are more complicated than others.
What is included in the Tax Credit?
- Biomass Stoves
- Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- Insulation
- Roofs (Metal & Asphalt)
- Water Heaters (non-solar)
- Windows & Doors
- Geothermal Heat Pumps
- Small Wind Turbines (Residential)
- Solar Energy Systems
- Fuel Cells (Residential Fuel Cell and Microturbine System)
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