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Homeowner’s! Extended Energy Tax Credits Through 12/31/2010

urbanreferrals — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 11:42:57 +0000

“Energy-efficient appliances and products provide many benefits such as lower energy bills, increased indoor comfort, and reduced air pollution” www.energy.gov

For all qualified upgrades, the credit is 30% of the covered cost up to a $1500 total credit. The house must be your principal residence and the credits don’t apply to new construction. Other, upgrade-specific restrictions apply, so see the Energy Star site for details.

• Energy Efficient Windows and Doors, including many Storm Doors and Skylights. Cost eligible for the tax credit does not include installation costs. Certain other restrictions (like U-value and IECC qualifications apply).
• Water Heaters. Credit includes installation costs; some restrictions for energy efficiency apply.
• Metal and Asphalt Roofs. Credit does Not include installation costs. The roof must be highly energy efficient (asphalt roofs must have cooling granules, for instance).
• Insulation, whether spray foam, fiberglass, or blow-in cellulose, they’re all covered so long as they meet IECC requirements. Installation cost is NOT covered.
• HVAC Components, including certain Advanced Air Handlers, Air Force Heat Pumps, Central A/C Units, Boilers, Propane, and Gas Furnaces. Tax credits include installation costs.
• Biomass Stoves.

Seven year anniversary giveaways start November 16, 2009!

urbanreferrals — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:26:54 +0000

Check our blog each morning at 9am EST to see what you can win!

Giveaways will begin November 16, 2009 and continue each day, for 7 days, in celebration of Urban Referrals’ anniversary!

Many thanks to our wonderful consumer and contractor clients for allowing us to provide you with our service over the past seven years. We look forward to continuing to connecting reliable home improvement companies with consumers who take pride in their homes.

Happy Remodeling!

Marla

Free gifts in celebration of Urban Referrals’ SEVEN years in business starts on November 16th!

urbanreferrals — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:34:03 +0000

Stay tuned for details on Urban Referrals‘ seven year anniversary celebration and giveaways!

Check out Why Should You Be Wary of Contractors With Deals That Are “Too Good To Be True”.

urbanreferrals — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 16:12:03 +0000

Happy Friday everyone. I’ve been working on a similar piece to this blog posting thus wanting to share it with you. The author lives in California, so some of the information is not useful to DC area residents however, some of the information iis important for anyone considering hiring a home improvement professional.

My goal is to always educate Urban Referrals’ customers, contractors and others about the importance of;
screening companies before they work in your home and the cheapest price for your home renovation project is NOT always the best way to go.

Your comments are always appreciated.

Best,
Marla