WHEN:

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

2:00 p.m. EDT

WHO:

- Rob Dietz, Director of Tax Issues for the National Association of Home Builders

- Greg Miedema, CGR, CAPS, GMB, CGP, NAHB Remodelers Chairman and President of Dakota Builders, Tucson, Ariz.

- Donna Shirey, CGR, CAPS, CGP, President of Shirey Contracting, Issaquah, Wash.

- Michael Strong, CGR, GMB, CAPS, CGP, President of Brothers Strong, Houston

WHAT:

Newly expanded federal tax credits for energy efficiency are providing consumers with added incentives for upgrading their homes. Homeowners now can claim up to $1,500 in tax credits for remodeling their principal residence to reduce energy consumption through the enhanced Existing Home Retrofit (25C) tax credit. During a media teleconference next week, NAHB’s Director of tax issues will discuss how to take advantage of the credit, while three professional remodelers from around the country will provide examples of the types of projects that may qualify, such as adding insulation, replacing doors and windows, and updating heating and cooling systems. The panelists will also provide guidance on selecting a qualified remodeler and certifying home remodelers under the National Green Building Standard, which is the only national standard to certify green home remodeling and renovation projects.

TO LISTEN:

NAHB Energy Efficiency Tax Credit media call audio file 

MORE RESOURCES:

Professional Remodelers Key to Earning Energy-Efficiency Tax Credits

Fact Sheet on the Energy-Efficiency Tax Credit  

Facts on the Energy-Efficiency Tax Credit