Archive for the ‘Going Green’ Category

2011 Tax Rebate: Energy Efficient Windows

Posted on: Tuesday, September 13th, 2011

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Homeowners that purchased energy efficient windows in 2011 will qualify for a tax rebate, though the credit is not nearly as generous as it was in 2010. This year, homeowners can get 10 percent of the cost of their windows back. However, a $200 cap has been placed on the tax credit for energy efficient windows. Compare this to last year, when homeowners were able to get 30 percent of the cost of windows back, up to a $1,500 tax credit. (more…)

Insulate Your Windows for Summer

Posted on: Thursday, June 2nd, 2011

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If you don’t have the spare cash for brand new energy-efficient windows for your home, there are still some steps that you can take to improve the insulation of the windows that you have now. The supplies needed for these ideas only cost a fraction of what a set of windows would cost you, but can still keep your house cooler in the summer and reduce your need for air conditioning. (more…)

What Is Smart Glass?

Posted on: Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011

Smart glass is an innovative glass product that uses electricity to alter its light transmission properties. This allows homeowners to change the amount of heat and light that enters the room and increase the privacy of the residence. (more…)

Eco-friendly Glass Products

Posted on: Thursday, September 2nd, 2010

If you are searching for ways to greenovate your home, there are various glass products that can be installed to reduce the amount of gas and electricity that you and your family use each month. (more…)

Energy Efficient Window Products

Posted on: Thursday, September 2nd, 2010

As residents of southern California become more environmentally conscious, they begin searching for new ways to make their homes or commercial buildings more energy-efficient. (more…)

What Are uPVC Windows?

Posted on: Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

Any property owners that are considering replacing the windows or doors in their homes or commercial buildings should consider the benefits of uPVC windows. Standing for unplasticised polyvinylchlroride, uPVC windows offer a superior level of strength and functionality. The high impact modified polymer materials offers a number of benefits, including: (more…)

Energy-efficient Window Components

Posted on: Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

Energy-efficient windows are made up of five important components that can help reduce heating and cooling costs in your home or commercial property. (more…)

Energy-efficient Windows – How Much Money Can You Save?

Posted on: Thursday, October 1st, 2009

Many Americans are becoming more environmentally conscious and are looking for ways to green-ovate their homes to reduce use of gas, electricity, and water. By purchasing ENERGY STAR qualified products, including appliances, water heaters, and windows, consumers can earn up to a $1,500 tax credit and save on utility bills. (more…)

All-Natural Glass Cleaner Recipes

Posted on: Thursday, June 11th, 2009

Many residents of southern California are becoming more environmentally conscious leading us to make small changes to reduce our carbon footprints. One simple way to become more “green” is to start using natural cleaning products that don’t contain harmful chemicals. (more…)

Receive Up to a $1,500 Tax Credit for Purchasing Energy-efficient Windows and Doors

Posted on: Thursday, June 11th, 2009

In order to extend tax breaks to homeowners that purchase energy-efficient products, President Barack Obama signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Tax Act of 2009 into law on Feb. 17, 2009. The bill revises and expands tax credit policies for windows, doors, and skylights as outlined in the Energy Policy Act of 2005. (more…)