The 2009 Stimulus Package provides substantial tax credits to homeowners who make energy efficient updates to their home. One of the best ways to qualify for the credit is installation of a painted or coated Energy Star® labeled metal roof. Homeowners installing qualified roofs in 2009 and 2010 may be eligible for a tax credit worth up to 30% of the materials cost (materials only) up to $1,500 per home.

Cool metal roofing not only looks great and lasts for decades, it has been shown to save up to 40% on energy costs, depending on your regional climate.

For Homeowners

How to receive the tax credit:

1. Find a Contractor near you to discuss a new metal roof for your home.
2. Confirm that the metal roof you select is a painted or coated Energy Star-labeled metal roof and obtain certification from your contractor or the manufacturer.
3. Have the metal roof installed between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2010.
4. Fill out IRS Form 5965 when filing your taxes for 2009 and/or 2010.

For Contractors and Manufacturers

For more information on what qualifies for the Tax Credit go to the Energy Star web page on qualified metal roofs or review the IRS guidance on qualifying energy-efficient property.

For all other questions, visit the Ask the Experts forum here on metalroofing.com or click on the links below.

• The Cool Metal Roofing Coalition – www.CoolMetalRoofing.com
• Energy Star’s Metal Roof Qualifications - www.EnergyStar.gov

More Savings Opportunities!

Homes upgraded with quality metal roofing typically see costs recouped at more than three quarters of the job cost. Learn more about Renovation Appreciation with Metal Roofing. You might even qualify for a discount of up to 35% on your homeowners insurance. View our page on Weather-Resistant Metal Roofing Insurance Discounts.

For more information or to meet with a Contractor near you, fill out the Find-a-Contractor form. You can also view the list of MRA Member Manufacturers.