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Tax Advantage of The Energy Tax Credit

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (the Stimulus Bill) increased tax credits available to homeowners who make qualified energy efficient improvements to their existing primary residences. Homeowners thinking about installing new HVAC or hot water equipment should consider the benefits qualifying equipment would provide at tax time. Not only can these credits lower your tax liability, they can also reduce your energy costs by up to 40% and provide for a cleaner environment.
Selecting Heating Fuel and System Types

Selecting the fuel and heating system best suited for your needs depends on the following factors:
- The cost and availability of the fuel or energy source
- The type of appliance used to convert that fuel to heat and how the heat is distributed in your house
- The cost to purchase, install, and maintain the heating appliance
- The heating appliance’s and heat delivery system’s efficiency
The environmental impacts associated with the heating fuel.
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Choosing The Right Heating & Air Conditioning Dealer

Taking some time up front to learn more about air conditioning and heating will save you time, frustration, and money when you choose a local company to repair or replace your HVAC system. When buying a new air conditioning and heating system, the contractor you select can affect on your satisfaction more than the brand of equipment you choose. Choosing a contractor when you have adequate time to do so systematically gives the best results—much better than picking one out of the phone book to respond to a heating or cooling emergency.
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