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If you like to see photos and videos of some of our geothermal work then go to our facebook, twitter or youtube pages. You can find the links at the top right hand corner of our home page! If you have any questions at all please send an email to me jim@longrefrigeration.com and I’ll be happy to answer.

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, adopted in October 2008 allows for a 30% tax credit for costs associated with Energy Star qualified geothermal heat pumps, as noted in section 25D of the Internal Revenue Code. The credit applies to geothermal equipment placed in service through December 31, 2016.

Just a few simple guidelines need to be followed:

• The geothermal equipment must meet Energy Star requirements at the time of installation is eligible for the federal tax credit.
• The geothermal system must be installed in the United States in a home owned by the taxpayer. Primary residency is not required for eligibility.
• The credit is equal to 30% of the total system cost. Inclusive of equipment, labor, piping, etc.

Also:

• Can be used to offset Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) tax.
• Can be used in more than one year.
• Can be combined with other energy efficiency upgrade credits.
• Can be combined with solar and wind tax credits.
• There is no cap to the tax credit.
• There is no limit to the number of times the credit can be claimed. If the taxpayer has more than one home, the credit can be claimed for each home where geothermal equipment is installed.

The information is provided with the understanding that Long Refrigeration is not providing tax, accounting, legal or other professional advice. This material should not be used as a substitute for expert advice from a tax, accounting or legal professional.

Did you know?

According to data supplied by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Geothermal Technologies, nearly 40% of all U.S. emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) are the result of using energy to heat, cool and provide hot water for buildings. This is about the same amount of CO2 contributed by the transportation sector. Versus a conventional fossil fuel system, a standard 3-ton residential geothermal system produces approximately one less pound of carbon dioxide (CO2) for every hour of use. Over twenty years, the carbon footprint reduction would be equivalent to planting 120,000 acres of trees or converting over 58,000 cars to zero emission vehicles.

Help even more by taking advantage of the “hot water generation” option. It will lower emissions even further by allocating heat removed from the home during the cooling season to provide hot water for household consumption. In addition to the environmental benefit, hot water costs can be reduced by as much as 30%.

Geothermal systems have a positive impact on the environment since they burn no fossil fuels and operate on a modest amount of electricity. According to the United States Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency, geothermal systems are the most environmentally friendly way to heat and cool your home. They do not emit greenhouse gasses, which are known to contribute to environmental air pollution.

Be sure to visit our YouTube channel at the top right hand side of our website. You’ll see great and informative videos!

Can you believe on this 5th day of January that it’s 60 degrees outside?

Just a friendly reminder that GEOTHERMAL tax credits are still available. There are also utility rebates available for geothermal, furnaces, air conditioning and heat pumps. Check with your local company to see what’s available or call Jim @ 417-581-8138.

Tax credits on conventional equipment ended in 2011.

Happy New Year and may you find your 2012 very prosperous.

WOW!

How time has flown by. It seems like 1982 was just a recent event. I want to thank all our past and present customers for allowing us to be of service to you.

Make sure and check out the link to some terrific savings being offered to upgrade your current equipment to geothermal ground source.  If you thought geothermal was out of reach you won’t believe what is available to homeowners!

The economy has been and still is harsh on all of us! This is why we need to make sure your heating and air conditioning is performing at the most efficiency possible. Our industry has made tremendous leaps in energy efficiency and comfort levels in geothermal systems and also conventional systems. Call us to analyze your indoor environment to see what will benefit you the most.

We are moving forward into new and exciting times!  Be sure and check us out on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube to see just what we’re up to! Links to these pages can be found at the very top of our website page.

Thank you for helping us survive the tough times, along with the good times. Really, helping YOU makes all the times good.

If you have any questions about the service we provide please give us a call!

Until next time
The Crew at Longs
1301 S 3rd St. Ozark, MO 65721
417-581-8138 or 888-584-8138