2009 AMERICAN RECOVERY & REINVESTMENT ACT

ENERGY EFFICIENCY TAX CREDITS

On February 17, 2009, President Obama signed a stimulus bill (The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009) that made some significant changes to the energy efficiency tax credits. The highlights are:

• The tax credits that were previously effective for 2009, have been extended to 2010 as well.
• The tax credit has been raised from 10% to 30% with a max credit of $1500
• The tax credits that were for a specific dollar amount (ex: $300 for an AC) have been converted to 30% of the cost, which includes installation.

Summary of Equipment Efficiency Qualifications:
*All qualifications in the equipment group must be satisfied to qualify for the credit

Split Air Conditioning: 16 SEER & 13 EER

Split Heat Pump: 15 SEER, 12.5 EER & 8.5 HSPF

Gas Furnace: 95% AFUE

Packaged Equipment: 14 SEER, 12 EER & 8 HSPF

Benefits of High-Efficiency Products:

Variable Speed offers:
• No more hot and cold areas throughout the home
• Improved year-round humidity control
- No more clammy summers
• Lower noise levels
• Gradual motor start-up avoids duct work “popping”
• Improve indoor air quality
- Add-ons such as air filters, air cleaners and UV lights need air to move past them to work
- Help reduce dust and other allergens because of constant air movement
• Lower monthly utility bills*

High-Efficiency Cooling offers:

• Smart energy consumption
- Get two air conditioners in one! efficiency on the first stage of cooling when temperatures are mild. The equipment will use less energy more often.
- When outdoor temperatures reach extremes, the equipment will utilize the second stage, but will still operate efficiently because of the higher SEER rating.

- How often do outdoor units end up right outside a bedroom? Compressors running on the first stage are less noisy and come with compressor blankets that also aid in sound reduction.

• Lower monthly utility bills*

Administration:

Administration of the tax credit is the responsibility of the IRS. When rules on administration are published, Allied Air Enterprises will release the appropriate documentation and certificates. Please contact your local independant dealer for more details.

Definitions:

SEER - Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating
EER - Energy Efficiency Ratio
HSPF - Heating Seasonal Performance Factor (applies to Heat Pumps)
AFUE - Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency

*Potential savings may vary depending on age and condition of equipment, personal lifestyle, system settings, equipment maintenance and installation of equipment and duct system.

Qualifying Equipment**

**Qualifying equipment is subject to change based on IRS rules. Some equipment qualifications are based on a specific AHRI system match.
Please contact your local independant Armstrong Air dealer for details. (760) 484 - 2116