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The federal government has expanded the scope of energy efficiency incentives for Energy Star Rated home renovations, improvements and home appliances. A 30 percent federal tax credit, state energy efficiency tax credits, and appliance rebates through qualified contractors can really add up, making this a great time to improve the energy efficiency of your home.

Home Improvements

The home improvement rebate program is similar to the popular “cash for clunkers” program, but doesn’t require a trade-in or exchange. The federal government is offering incentives to home owners who want to update their homes with more efficient heating and coolingsystems, water-saving bathroom remodels and energy-saving kitchen upgrades.The stated goal is to stimulate consumer spending and smarten up energy use. The short list of eligible home improvement incentives include stimulus money (up to $1500 or more) you can use to make major home repairs like replacing old windows and garage doors or money to install new roofing, new siding or for drywall and insulation.

Your state determines the type of home improvement allowable and amount of individual rebates. The program ends December 31, 2009 or when state funds are depleted. If you would like to take advantage of this government incentive to update your home, you'll want to act quickly to learn more about what's available in your area. For more information you can contact your local officials for details or get free quotes from participating local contractors to see if you are eligible.

Home Appliances

The "Cash for Appliances" program provides incentives to anyone who wants to upgrade home appliances to the latest energy-efficient environmentally-friendly models or make energy efficient home improvements. You don't have to trade in your old appliances. You will simply receive a rebate when you buy a qualifying new appliance.

States are at liberty to craft unique program plans that must be approved by the Department of Energy. States will indicate which Energy Star® appliances qualify for their programs and the exact rebate amount for each home appliance. Eligible appliances qualify consumers for $50, $200 or more towards the purchase of high-efficiency Energy Star® rated appliances. The U.S. Department of Energy has set aside $300 million to pay shoppers who qualify.

Your state may also use the Federal funds to leverage the utility companies and energy efficiency program sponsors in your area. The DOE has recommended that states focus on 10 categories of appliances that qualify for the ENERGY STAR^® label. States can, however, pick whichever categories and models they want. They also have flexibility in setting rebate amounts. To get the most from your home appliance stimulus rebates (including funding from Federal, State, and Local sources) you'll want to get quotes from appliance contractors in your area.

Manufacturers and local contractors may offer additional rebates for purchase and installation of energy efficient products. Consumers may maximize your stimulus rebate with free quotes from local contractors specializing in:

• Home Improvement
  • Air Conditioning / Heating
  • Roof Replacement
  • Home Siding
  • Window Replacement
  • Kitchen Upgrades
  • Bathroom Remodels
• Major Home Appliances
  • Water Heaters
  • Clothes Washers
  • Dishwashers
  • Freezers
  • Refrigerators

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