Are You Getting Your Garage Door Tax Credit?

Installing a new garage door will give your home a new and refreshing look to your Long Beach, Cerritos, Lakewood, Seal Beach and Los Alamitos home, in addition to giving you certain financial benefits. First of all, by enhancing the appearance of your property, you receive added value, and increased energy efficiency. Tax credits, as part of the February 2009 stimulus plan signed by President Obama, are allowed for installation of approved insulated garage doors on this list of manufacturers.

If your new garage door is installed in 2009 or 2010, you may be able to reduce your tax bill by $1500 with this tax credit or 30% of the product's cost. Among other requirements, the garage must be associated with your principal residence, and expected to remain in service for at least 5 years.

What a good way to add appeal and value to your home, and receive a financial benefit in the tax credit and reduced energy costs at the same time. Many times when there are rooms next to or above a garage, they are the hottest in the summer or the coldest in the winter. These insulated garage doors reduce this inefficient escape of heated or cold air, making you more comfortable and paying less for it in hearing and air conditioning bills. There are a variety of styles to choose from, depending on your taste and color scheme. There is sure to be a door to complement the style of your home.