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Suite 550
Schaumburg, IL 60173-4268
Phone: (847) 303-5664
Fax: (847) 303-5774
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IRS Updates Qualification Requirements for Tax Credits
The Internal Revenue Service released a bulletin this week updating the fenestration qualification requirements for the 2009-2010 tax credits. This notice also covers the manufacturer's compliance information and record keeping responsibilities. Effective June 1, 2009, windows, doors, and skylights must meet a U-factor of 0.30 and an SHGC of 0.30, (the original compliance criterion). Installation costs are not eligible for the tax credit.
The manufacturer must provide the consumer with a compliance statement with the following wording, "the exterior window, skylight, or door has a U-factor and SHGC of 0.30 or below." Additionally, a second statement is required, "Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this certification statement, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, the facts are true, correct, and complete." The statement must bear the signature of a company official authorized to bind the manufacturer in these matters (officer, executive, or owner).
For complete information regarding these requirements, visit the Economic Stimulus Plan page.
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The AAMA Certification Label that appears on the majority of residential windows means that a sample of the product has tested and conforms to performance standards for air and water infiltration at the specified pressures, structural integrity, and resistance to forced entry. In addition, the label means that samples of major component parts of the window or door assembly have also been tested and conform to applicable performance standards. Click here for information about submitting complaints related to the AAMA Gold Label Certification Program.
The Certified Products Directory lists products that have been authorized by AAMA for certification by the manufacturer. Click here to search for companies that participate in the program.
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AAMA is committed to providing the latest industry green news. We have launched a new page devoted to this topic to include such information as:
- AAMA e-News Green News - our monthly online newsletter with a devoted green news section in every issue
- AAMA Resources - current AAMA white papers, brochures and other available information from our council efforts
- Green Industry Web Links - other green organizations
- Industry Trade Events - upcoming green industry events
Visit the AAMA Green Building page here and visit regularly for the latest green news.
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We have a wide variety of free brochures available that provide information on topics such as:
- How to properly clean and care for your windows and doors.
- Window Safety in the home
- The AAMA Certification Program
For more information, please click here.
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Review answers to our most commonly asked questions related to window certification, publications, continuing education, general window advice and more by visiting
our FAQs page.
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AAMA founded the InstallationMasters™ Institute that produced a program known as InstallationMasters™. The program is currently licensed to Architectural Testing, Inc. (ATI) of York, PA.
The program is specifically designed to help installers:
- Avoid costly callbacks
- Improve energy efficiency
- Work more efficiently, optimizing both time and money
- Maximize product benefits for happier, more satisfied customers
For more information on this program, please visit http://www.installationmastersusa.com/ or contact ATI at (717) 764-7700.
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