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Is there a tax credit for central air conditioners (CACs)

? Yes, central air conditioners (CACs) can qualify for a tax credit.

How much? 30% of the cost (including installation/labor costs), up to $1,500

Qualification Period? Tax credit in effect in 2009 and 2010. Must be installed in your principal residence between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2010.

The tax credit for energy efficiency is available for improvements made to a home that you own and use as your "principal residence." This is the home where you live most of the time. A temporary absence due to special circumstances, such as illness, education, business, military service, or vacation will not change your principal residence.

The home must be in the United States. It can include a house, houseboat, mobile home, cooperative apartment, condominium, and a manufactured home.

ENERGY STAR qualified central air conditioners have a higher seasonal efficiency rating (SEER) than standard models, which makes them about 14% more efficient than standard models.

Remember, saving energy prevents pollution. By choosing ENERGY STAR and taking steps to optimize the performance of your cooling equipment, you are helping to prevent global warming and promoting cleaner air while enhancing the comfort of your home.

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Though these products can be more expensive to purchase up front, the cost difference will be paid back over time through lower energy bills.

When buying new equipment, it is important to get a quality installation. Make sure you get a contractor who can do the job right.

You can get better performance out of your cooling equipment by sealing your home and making sure your ducts don't leak.

EPA offers additional suggestions for improving the performance of your cooling system as well as general home improvement advice.

What is SEER? EER? HSPF?

Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER), is most commonly used to measure the efficiency of a central air conditioner. The higher the SEER, the more efficient the system. SEER measures how efficiently a cooling system will operate over an entire season.

In technical terms, SEER is a measure of equipment the total cooling of a central air conditioner or heat pump (in Btu) during the normal cooling season as compared to the total electric energy input (in watt-hours) consumed during the same period

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER) is a measure of how efficiently a cooling system will operate when the outdoor temperature is at a specific level (95oF). The higher the EER, the more efficient the system.

In technical terms, EER is the steady-state rate of heat energy removal (i.e. cooling capacity) by the product measured in Btuh divided by the steady-state rate of energy input to the product measured in watts. This ratio is expressed in Btuh/watt.

Both SEER and EER are included in the ENERGY STAR specification because each rating indicates the energy efficiency of the product under different operating modes. SEER rating more accurately reflects overall system efficiency on a seasonal basis and EER reflects the systems energy efficiency at peak day operations. Both ratings are important when choosing a product.

Heat Seasonal Performance Factor (HSPF) is the most commonly used measure of a heat pumps heating efficiency. The higher the HSPF, the more efficient the heat pump.

What is the difference between a split system and a packaged unit?

A central air conditioner (or heat pump) is either a split-system unit or a packaged unit. The majority of consumers have split systems in their homes.

A split-system central air conditioner has 3 components:

-an outdoor metal cabinet that contains the condenser and compressor

-an indoor cabinet that contains the evaporator coil

-an air handler, that in most cases is part of the furnace or heat pump, that sends the cool air through the duct system

If your home already has a furnace but no air conditioner, a split-system is the most economical central air conditioner to install.

A packaged central air conditioner has the evaporator coil, condenser, and compressor all located in one cabinet, which usually is placed on a roof or on a concrete slab next to the house's foundation. This type of air conditioner also is used in small commercial buildings. Air supply and return ducts come from indoors through the home's exterior wall or roof to connect with the packaged air conditioner, which is usually located outdoors. Packaged air conditioners often include electric heating coils or a natural gas furnace. This combination of air conditioner and central heater eliminates the need for a separate furnace indoors.

Important Note: It is likely that you will have to replace your furnace as well to get an air conditioner that qualifies.

The best way to find tax credit eligible CACs is to ask your HVAC Contractor (Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning). To verify tax credit eligibility, ask your HVAC contractor to provide the Manufacturers Certification Statement for the equipment you plan to purchase. Or search the Manufacturers website.

A user-friendly list of all tax credit eligible CACs does not exist.

File Tax Form 5695 with your tax return.

You must have a Manufacturer's Certification Statement to qualify.

An HVAC Systems Contractor should ask a detailed set of questions. He should do a complete examination of your system if you are having problems and then be able to give you practical solutions. A great HVAC Systems Contractor will be able to suggest the appropriate equipment to adequately meet the needs of your home or business. You will save money with a system that is sized to fit your structure simply because it will be more energy efficient.

by: Pamela Susan

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