The sun is out, the snow is trying to melt, and the time has changed. March is beginning to "march" on by!
This is the time of year when I begin to get antsy. Spring cleaning is top of the list, the windows need washing, the front deck needs sanding and sealing, and the siding could use a good scrubbing. Aside from the obvious exterior clean up, the guts of my house could use a good check as well. Filters need to be changed, weather sealing needs upgrading, and the vents could all use a good clean out. Luckily, my home is only a few years old, the insulation is great, the windows and furnace are efficient, and most of the seals around my house are tight.
Now would be the perfect time to contact Northwestern Energy for a free energy audit.
Your house must be at least 5 years old, and of course, the energy audit is available while funds last. Which is why it makes sense to request it now.
Contact Swanson Construction at 587-8200, we can be on site for the audit and walkthrough. We will gladly answer any questions, and offer additional suggestions.
Now is also a great time to evaluate the "energy saving" projects that may have been placed on the backburner. Beginning January 1, 2009 and ending December 31, 2010 are new tax credits geared toward Energy Efficiency. There are tax credits available for existing homes and new homes. A breakdown of the tax credits are as follows:
Existing Homes: 30% of the cost up to $1500
- Windows and Doors
- Insulation
- Roofs (Metal and Asphalt)
- HVAC
- Water Heaters (non solar)
- Biomass Stoves
Existing Homes & New Construction: 30% of the cost
- no upper limit
- Geothermal Heat Pumps
- Solar Panels
- Solar Hot Water Heaters
- Small Wind Energy Systems
- Fuel Cells
A more comprehensive explanation of the
Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency can be found at:
Contact Swanson Construction for assistance with planning, budgeting, and executing your Energy Saving projects.
406-587-8200
Tom Swanson: swansonconstruct@bresnan.net
Alison Gendreau: alisong@bresnan.net
