Arizona Sunbusters
Manufacturer Certification for Compliance with American
Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
Document purpose, to provide a compliance guide to consumers and dealers as to which Solar Gard window film products qualify for Federal Tax Credits under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. This bill extended tax credits for energy efficient home improvements (windows, doors, roofs, insulation, HVAC, and non-solar water heaters). The Act has extended the 2009 residential tax credit for consumers through the end of 2010 and increased the total credit retroactively for qualifying window film installations.
Under section 25C of the Internal Revenue Code (I.R.C.),
qualifying window film installations put in service from January 1, 2009 through
December 31, 2010 are now eligible for a maximum tax credit of 30% of the window
film cost up to $1500 instead of the previous 10% up to $500.
This credit is in addition to any past credit used. This tax credit only
applies to improvements made to a primary residence.
This certification statement is in compliance as of February 17, 2009 and meets the prescriptive criteria for such material or system established by the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code, as such Code (including supplements) that was in effect on the date of the enactment of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Tax Act of 2009.
Climate Zone 2 (Phoenix Arizona)
Arizona Sunbusters is at the forefront in providing the most up to date and accurate information that you need when making important window tinting decisions.
We have access to software that allows us To perform energy analysis on a variety of structures from residences to large complex projects, Solar Gard Technical Services has developed a suite of software for BIM simulations:CAPSOL simulation tool exclusive to Bekaert Specialty Films, LLC. CAPSOL is a sophisticated program that runs detailed energy saving scenarios.
It uses real historical weather and solar radiation data to predict average energy saving outcomes during a typical year. CAPSOL uses reliable, industry approved standards for all calculations, including DOE-2 and ASHRAE 90.1 calculation procedures. is a proprietary whole commercial building thermalDemand Analyzer DOE-2 calculations for commercial buildings.
Primary output is the cost of energy before and after window film application.
is based on the Department of Energy Toolbox servicesSolar Gard Technical Services
has comprehensive experience and knowledge in the field of energy. Qualifications include IWFA certification, LEED (Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design) certification, testing experience and energy simulation experience. The team can provide a full range of services: supportSoftware deployment assistance and technical• BIM analysis for large commercial opportunities efficient approach to energy projects.
Recommendations for the most cost effective or such as:Up to date information on energy legislation, Tax rebate programs Utility rebates Government legislation such as EPAct U.S. Green Building Council LEED greenbuilding certification and information on obtaining LEED points by installing window film.