Green Products for Your Home

In this day and age where everything we do seems to adversely affect Mother Nature, we need to look for ways to help stop the cycle of destruction.  And there’s no better way to start going green than through our homes.

How? There are actually many easy ways.

We can start by installing green products in our homes.  Green products are those that are environmentally safe and energy-efficient.  From home insulation to solar products, these “green” products help us reduce our carbon footprint and save on energy costs.

Not only that, but in taking on a home remodeling or renovation project that incorporates the use of such products, we can also be assured of lower monthly energy costs since there will be less need for us to work our heating and cooling systems double time.   That translates to hundreds of dollars in savings through time.

New green products include:

  1. Attic radiant barrier insulation.   With attic radiant barrier reflective insulation, your home is protected against radiation, which is the primary cause for the loss of hot and cool air, therefore leading to escalated utility costs.
  2. Solar water heater.  A solar water heating system uses the sun’s energy to heat water.  This way, not only do you help the environment by utilizing renewable energy, but you also get to reduce your monthly water heating expenses and get rid of ever-fluctuating energy costs.
  3. Vinyl replacement windows.  Vinyl windows are great for their thermal resistance.  But aside from this, they are also strong, durable, and maintenance-free.  What’s more, vinyl windows that meet federal energy efficiency requirements will qualify you for energy tax credit!
  4. Vinyl siding.  Vinyl siding is a great way to protect the exterior of your home.  Installing insulated siding will give your home a high level of thermal resistance and help you achieve optimum energy efficiency.

For more information on how you can go green, give us a call today!

Energy Tax Credit for Homeowners

Homeowners can be given an energy tax credit  if their homes are energy-efficient.  And that’s where the importance of getting energy-saving products for your home comes in.

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, which President Barack Obama signed  in February 2009, provides that taxpayers can take credit for qualified energy-efficient home improvements installed.   Such improvements include insulation, exterior doors and exterior windows, roofing, heating and cooling systems, and also solar panels.

A qualifying radiant barrier insulation for your home, for instance, will entitle you 10% off of the cost, with a maximum of up to $500.00.  Installing qualifying replacement windows, on the other hand, would mean 10% off, up to $200.00.

We always say “qualifying” because the IRS has issued guidelines and regulations that define “energy efficient” and, in effect, also define qualified products and solutions, such as energy-efficient windows. Basically, energy products are those that are tested and proven to reduce our carbon footprint.  Energy-saving products must have a “Manufacturer Certification Statement,” which you will need in order to claim your credit.

The good thing about remodeling your home to give way to these energy-saving solutions is that, aside from qualifying for tax credit and for being able to help protect the environment, you also get to save on energy costs.  With proper insulation, for example, you no longer have to work your heater or your cooler double time, and you can, therefore, significantly reduce your monthly utility bills.  You can instead spend your money on some other more important things.   There is also one bonus to getting an energy-efficient home renovation.   You get to improve how your home looks.  You get rid of your old and rusty roofing, or those old and rotten doors and windows in the guide of going green!  If you have always wanted to have a newer-looking living space, then you might as well do it, but in an environmentally friendly way.  It’s really like hitting two birds with one stone.

Amazing Energy Savings Results from Statewide Remodeling! [VIDEO]

You may remember our home energy video a few weeks ago where we showed you a homeowner’s attic that was 131 degrees even though it was only in the mid 80′s outside.

This video shows you the actual energy saving results that Statewide Remodeling achieved for this family with 5 energy saving home improvements.

Even though it was 104 degrees outside when we returned to shoot his video, we were able to cool the attic over 20%.

Learn the 5 things we did to lower the attic temperature and improve energy efficiency.


Find out how Statewide Remodeling can help you Go Green and save money on your energy bills.

Simple Fixes to Save You Money and Energy in Your Home [VIDEO]

In this video Statewide Remodeling President, Rob Levin, shows you simple things you can do in your home to go green and save hundreds of dollars per year on your heating, cooling and energy bills.


Find out how Statewide Remodeling can help you Go Green and save money on your energy bills.

This Attic Ventilation System Uses Solar Power to Cool Your Home [VIDEO]

Solar Attic Vents are one of the best ways to use solar energy to cool down your attic.  This video is a must see for all homeowners, as Statewide Remodeling President, Rob Levin, demonstrates the different types of attic ventilation systems and how they work (or don’t work) to make your home more efficient.


Let us know if you would like to know more about attic ventilation systems for your home.

Cool Radiant Barrier Videos Shows You Invisible Energy Loss

Can radiant barrier insulation really cool your attic and help your air conditioner perform better?

In this home remodeling video, Rob Levin shows you why this is one of the best investments you can make in your home that typically pays for itself in 5 years or less.


Let us know if you would like to know more about radiant barrier insulation for your home.

Go Green Right Now With An Energy Assessment Of Your Home

Watch this home remodeling video as Statewide Remodeling President, Rob Levin, shows you how a professional energy analysis and assessment shows you exactly where your house is loosing the most energy.


Let us know if you would like a Statewide Remodeling Energy Analysis performed on your home.

Attic Insulation Video Shows You How To Go Green Right Now

Find out exactly what the Department of Energy recommends about attic insulation that you should do to make your home the most efficient, conserve energy and “Go Green Right Now!”

Let us know Statewide Remodeling can help you save energy in your home.