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By dan, on January 18th, 2010
Last year in 2009 many people took advantage of window film for there homes. In recent days I have been asked “Has the 2009 Federal Tax Credit for window film been extended to 2010?” The answer is “YES”. The same guidelines as 2009 have been extended to 2010. You can still take advantage of this tax credit and improve your energy efficiency of your home (an average payback of window film before tax credits is 2-5 years.) and protect the furnishings in your home with 99% U.V. light rejection.
Most window film manufactures will have a qualifying list of films on there web site. The list goes by Climate Zones which are numbered 1-8 and the type of glass you have. An example of this is at this link.
http://multimedia.3m.com/
Feel free to call or email if you have any further questions about this blog.
FAQ
Q. Is the $1,500 tax credit available for each product? Can I get $1,500 for windows and another $1,500 for a new HVAC system? Can I get $1,500 in 2009 and another $1,500 in 2010?
A. Even if you purchase multiple products you can only get a maximum of $1,500 over the 2-year period (2009 & 2010).
Basically you can spend up to $5,000 during this 2 year period on a single or multiple products, for your principal residence that you own and live in, and get 30% or $1,500 (30% of $5,000 = $1,500) back as a tax credit. If you get the entire $1,500 credit in 2009, then you can’t get anything additional in 2010.
Q. What’s the difference between a tax credit and a tax deduction?
A. A tax deduction reduces the amount of income subject to tax. For example, if your taxable income is $25,000 and you have a $500 tax deduction, your taxable income would be reduced to $24,500.
A tax credit reduces the amount of tax you have to pay. For example, if you owe $800 in taxes at the end of the year, and you get a $300 tax credit, then you will only owe $500. If you are getting a refund at the end of the year, you can still most likely collect the entire tax credit, as long as the total amount of income taxes that you have paid throughout the year (check your W2 for this amount) is more than the total amount of tax credits that you are claiming. You generally can’t get more money back from the government than you paid in income taxes with the exception being “refundable” tax credits, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit.
If you don’t pay any taxes, then you can’t get the tax credit for energy efficiency.
More links:
Energy Star window film link:
http://www.energystar.com/customerhelp
By Brett, on December 14th, 2009
Earlier this week there were various news reports about the upcoming 2010 Atlantic Hurricane season, and how meteorologists were predicting an above average number of hurricanes to develop, including 3-5 that would classify as major hurricanes with winds 111 mph or greater.
 Broken glass on a storefront building I found myself listening to this bit of news while sitting in traffic in downtown San Francisco, and I reflected how glad I was that we didn’t have to deal with hurricanes here on the West Coast. But as I looked around at the buildings around me, I began to think about the one threat that we do face: earthquakes.
October 17, 2009 marked the 20 year anniversary of the Loma Prieta quake, which with a magnitude of 6.9 took the lives of 57 people while injuring another 3,757. I remember that day vividly, as I was getting ready to watch Game 3 of the World Series with a co worker when the earthquake hit. Santa Rosa was not affected all that badly, but San Francisco and Oakland were not as fortunate.
In the days and weeks that followed we were inundated with calls for safety film from both residential and commercial properties, but it seemed like as quickly as the earthquake happened, public interest in enhancing the safety of their home or building dissipated just as quickly. Most of the media attention was focused on the collapse of the 880 freeway, the failed span of the Bay Bridge and the collapse of 7 buildings in San Francisco’s Marina District and this led to many home and building owners to focus on structural issues while largely ignoring other key aspects of building safety.
While there can be no doubt that after such an event it is prudent to inspect all aspects of your home/building, it is also important to realize that more is involved than just structural issues to make your home or business safe.
According to earthquakesolutions.com, a person is more likely to killed or injured from building contents and imploding glass than from structural collapse. Such sobering information should cause everyone living within an earthquake prone area to evaluate all the glass within their home and to take the necessary precautions to make that glass safer.
Contact Climate Insulating Products today for a free evaluation of your home or buildings needs at 1-800-479-6292.
By Jeremy, on December 9th, 2009
 A little snow on one of our window film installation trucks We received some snow in Sacramento, California. This photo was taken by one of our installers yesterday. Winter is here but our customers are still demanding installations and we our currently booked into January of 2010 with window film installations.
Why do our customers want window film when its snowing outside? Because in the winter there is still sun! Just because temperatures are cooler outside does not mean on sunny winter days the sun does not cause fading to your interior furnishings, flooring and artwork.
Both financially and emotionally, you’ve made a tremendous investment in your home. Once that investment is made, the next step is keeping it looking beautiful. Unfortunately, fabrics, wallpaper, natural wood floors, photos and other valuables will fade when unfiltered sun shines through your windows.
3M Window Films are designed to reduce the effects of solar heat and visible light on your furnishings and will block up to 99% of the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays, which are the single largest cause of fading. Depending on the film you chose, you can enjoy a 79% reduction in the sun’s heat. While no film can stop fading completely, our films dramatically slow the progress of fading to keep your home looking beautiful.
When it comes to protecting your home, you want to deal with a company you can trust. No one has more experience with window film than Climate Insulating Products. In 1979, we have received the the highest marks and awards in our industry and we continue to provide new ways to make your life brighter and more comfortable. Today there are millions of square feet of 3M Window Films installed by Climate Insulating Products.
Call 1-800-479-6292 for your free estimate!
By Jeremy, on December 7th, 2009
Have a pressing question for world leaders about climate change? This is your chance to ask it on television.
CNN and YouTube are conducting a live debate in Copenhagen on December 15, where leaders and activists at COP15 will come together to answer your top-ranked questions on climate change.
Submit your questions at http://www.youtube.com/cop15 and vote on your favorites until Dec 14!
As of December 7, 2009 at 1:52 pm 2,003 people have submitted 417 questions and cast 11,087 votes
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By admin, on November 26th, 2009
 Installer installing window film If you are concerned about rising energy prices, global warming, interior fading of your furniture, artwork and flooring, or if you are worried about the safety and security of your home or business and are seeking some peace of mind then window film is right for you!
With the new 3M Ceramic Series films, it offers three virtues that are most important: low reflectivity, high clarity and outstanding heat reduction. So you’ll save energy while keeping your interior cool and looking beautiful.
Read more at Remodel Crazy Do ceramic window films save money?
By Brett, on November 24th, 2009
Bill Cheek lives in the Coachella Valley desert of southeastern California in Palm Springs, one of the hottest cities in the country, where summer daytime temperatures frequently exceed 110°F. So Cheek contacted a window film dealer Sun Eez about window film for his house hoping he could cool his home and cut his air conditioning bills. The question was: by how much?
 Electric bills have fallen 57 percent at Bill Cheek’s home, thanks to the installation of window film. Due to its orientation, Cheek’s home experienced significant heat gain, particularly in the morning when the sun shone intensely through his west- facing windows. Before window film was applied, inside temperatures rose through the day and would reach 100°F if the air conditioners weren’t turned to full power.
To help Cheek gauge just how much of an impact window film would make on his energy bills, temperature monitors were installed in Cheek’s house to collect three weeks of baseline data. After Sun Eez installed Panorama Sterling 40 throughout the home, the monitors continued to record temperatures in Cheek’s house for an additional three weeks.
The cooling effects of the window film were immediately obvious. A comparison of two similar temperature days – one before the film installation and one after – showed an 11.9°F drop in the average daytime temperature inside Cheek’s house. Tests confirmed the significant solar energy rejection provided by Panorama film.
Temperature Readings Before and After Window Film
Yet the film’s cooling effect wasn’t the only benefit. Electricity usage in Cheek’s home fell drastically because the window film reduced the need for air conditioning. Over the entire summer, Cheek’s average monthly electric bill dropped 57 percent compared to the summer before the film was installed.
 Interior temperatures measured continuously for the three weeks before and after the film installation showed an average of an 11.9 degree reduction in readings throughout the day with an even higher reduction during peak temperature. “I would highly recommend window film to anyone for its quality and performance,” Cheek said. “If it can cool my home and save on energy costs in the desert, it can work anywhere. The impact on my monthly expenditures is significant, but I also appreciate that it is reducing my carbon footprint.”
Temperatures inside Bill Cheek’s home in the Coachella Valley desert were considerably lower after the installation of Panorama Sterling 40 window film. The graph below compares indoor temperatures on two days when the temperature outside reached 90°F.
Before the film was installed (the blue line), interior temperatures spiked with the morning sun and remained very high the rest of the day. After Panorama Sterling 40 was installed (the pink line), interior temperatures were consistently lower throughout the day. This confirmed the significant solar energy rejection benefit provided by the window film.
 Bill Cheek lives in the Coachella Valley desert of southeastern California in Palm Springs
Building description:
Location: Residence in the Coachella Valley desert
Problem: Palm Springs, California
Solution: Panorama® Sterling® 40
Benefits experienced: reduced heat gain, reduced high energy costs associated with air conditioning
Installation Summary:
Lower summertime temperatures inside the home Reduced average monthly electric bill by 57 percent Increased Comfort
If you would like more information on making your home preform like Bill’s please contact Climate Insulating Products at 1-800-479-6292 or http://www.climatepro.com
By Jeremy, on November 24th, 2009
Recurve published a very interesting post today, “top five green tips for you home”. I was amazed when I read that the average home, 40% of all electricity is used to power home appliances while they’re turned off. It is amazing how much energy is wasted needlessly. Imagine how much energy could be saved if all our electronics in our homes had better power management controls.
Continue reading Top 5 Green Tips for your Home
By Jeremy, on November 23rd, 2009
By Brett, on November 19th, 2009
Be honest, how many of you know that you need to have a contractor’s license to legally perform residential and commercial window tinting work within the State of California?
The vast majorities of home owners have no idea of this requirement and will unknowingly expose themselves to the unnecessary danger of hiring an unlicensed contractor.
Unlicensed individuals pose a considerable risk to you and your family’s financial security. They expose you to significant financial harm in the event that a worker is injured while on your property, if your property is damaged, if the work is incomplete and/or faulty. Few, if any, unlicensed individual has bonding or workers’ compensation insurance. The quality of their work usually doesn’t compare to that of a licensed contractor. Don’t take the chance in order to save a few dollars. You’ll probably end up paying more in the long run.
At Climate Insulating Products we take our responsibility to the customer seriously, which is why we have been California state licensed contractor for over 15 years.
Protect yourself, your family and your home by checking to see if the company you are considering using is a licensed contractor. You can do so by going to www.cslb.ca.gov and look the company up by name.
By Jeremy, on November 18th, 2009
As the global economy remains weak window film manufactures seek out opportunities to grow!
At last week’s SEMA show in Las Vegas several window film exhibitors and attendees alike commented on the notable absence of San Diego-based manufacturer Solar Gard® as an exhibitor. Company officials, however, say the decision to forgo exhibiting was not due to budget cuts or the slow automotive market. Instead, it was part of the company’s shift in focusing more on window film as an energy-saving solution for the architectural market.”We are not abandoning the auto film market,” says Christophe Fremont, president and chief executive officer of Bekaert Specialty Films LLC (BSF), manufacturer of Solar Gard products. “It takes courage to do things differently. Not being at SEMA was the courage to do things differently. We are continuing to invest in many areas and … we are a company that has been able to maintain a very solid business practice even in this economy.”
In this regard, Fremont says his company is continuing to focus on innovation.
“We are going to be bringing products [to market] that no one has seen before. A few of us [in the film industry] have spectrally selective films that can be put on certain types of low-E glass, but we want to be even more innovative in the future. It goes 360 degrees–supply chain, marketing and the way you help your customer. We are going to continue to be innovative and it sets us aside from becoming a commodity,” he added during an exclusive interview with WINDOW FILM magazine.
“Window film is an excellent retrofit product,” says Giblin. “When you start looking at the carbon footprint of placing window film compared to replacing the glass entirely window film [has a much smaller carbon footprint] and is more favorable.”
Read the rest of the article at http://www.windowfilmmag.com/index.php/archives/608
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