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METAL MASTER ROOFING

PO BOX 170711, ARLINGTON, TX 76003-0711, Tarrant County
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(817) 429-8842 (FAX)

The BBB has processed no customer complaints on this company in its three-year reporting period.

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Roofing
Roofing experts recommend that roofs be inspected at least once a
year for damage and wear. Early identification of a roofing
problem may head off more costly repairs at a later date. Since
most of us are not likely to make a regular habit of climbing up
and inspecting our roofs, we typically call on professionals to
handle this task. Roofing contractors will often perform a free
inspection in hopes that they will be hired to do any repair or
installation. For a more objective opinion, you may wish to hire
a housing inspector not connected with a roofing firm.

Hiring a roofing contractor requires the same caution as hiring
any other building professional. Ask friends and neighbors for
recommendations. Get the names of several contractors and check
them out with the BBB. Obtain local references and examine the
finished work if possible. Get a detailed written estimate of
the work, including labor and materials. When comparing cost
estimates, make sure that the bids are based on the same set of
specifications and materials. Get a written commitment as to how
long the work will take. Be sure that the company is properly
licensed and that its workers are covered by company insurance.
Do not make full payment until you have inspected and are
satisfied with the work. Be sure that all aspects of the roofing
job are detailed in writing before signing any contract; never
sign a contract with sections left blank. Finally, determine
what sort of guarantees apply to materials and labor and get the
guarantees in writing.

Roof coating has become an increasingly popular way of trying to
deal with roofing problems. Such coatings can add protection
against the elements and also reduce the possibility of fire.
Consumers should keep in mind that coatings help to protect and
maintain the existing roof; to be effective, they must be applied
before any serious roof deterioration occurs. Coating is not a
cheap alternative to repair or replacement of the roof. Roof
coating is also a source of one of the most frequent roofing
scams. Consumers should be extremely cautious in selecting a
roof coating company and its roofing product.

If you are repairing or replacing your roof due to storm damage,
check your homeowner's insurance policy to determine coverage for
roof repair or replacement. The type of roofing you install may
also affect your insurance rates, so check with your insurer
first.

Home Remodeling
Although remodeling a home is one of the biggest expenses faced by homeowners, many consumers enthusiastically plunge into remodeling without adequate prior planning. Here are some things
to consider before starting any renovations.

Before selecting a contractor, carefully plan the project for which you are contracting. Determine your floor plan, room arrangement, and interior decoration in advance. Discuss the project in detail with any potential contractor.

Tax Energy Credit: 2009-2010 - American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
Energy Provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 from the Internal Revenue Service (FS-2009-10, April 2009) (Clarified statutory language in Section 1142, 5/13/09)

You may also wish to visit the Internal Revenue Service Website at: www.irs.gov and search for American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.

Another website offering information on tax energy credits is www.achri.net. On this site you can enter the model number of your equipment to determine if it qualifies for a Federal Energy Efficiency Tax Credit.

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) provides energy incentives for both individuals and businesses.

Here are some of the key energy provisions in ARRA that may impact taxpayers:

Residential Energy Property Credit (Section 1121): The new law increases the energy tax credit for homeowners who make energy efficient improvements to their existing homes. The new law increases the credit rate to 30 percent of the cost of all qualifying improvements and raises the maximum credit limit to $1,500 for improvements placed in service in 2009 and 2010.

The credit applies to improvements such as adding insulation, energy efficient exterior windows and energy-efficient heating and air conditioning systems.

A similar credit was available for 2007, but was not available in 2008. Homeowners should be aware that the standards in the new law are higher than the standards for the credit that was available in 2007 for products that qualify as “energy efficient” for purposes of this tax credit. The IRS has issued guidance that will allow manufacturers to certify that their products meet these new standards.

Until the guidance is released, homeowners generally may continue to rely on manufacturers’ certifications that were provided under the old guidance. For exterior windows and skylights, homeowners may continue to rely on Energy Star labels in determining whether property purchased before June 1, 2009, qualifies for the credit. Manufacturers should not continue to provide certifications for property that fails to meet the new standards.

(According to energystar.gov, to claim the tax credit for energy efficient products placed in service in 2009, you will need to file the 2009 IRS Form 5695 and submit it with your 2009 taxes. Also, save your receipts and the Manufacturer's Certification Statement for your records. A Manufacturer's Certification Statement is a signed statement from the manufacturer certifying that the product or component qualifies for the tax credit. The IRS encourages manufacturers to provide these Certifications on their website to facilitate identification of qualified products. Please visit energystar.gov and choose "Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency" for more information.)

Residential Energy Efficient Property Credit (Section 1122): This nonrefundable energy tax credit will help individual taxpayers pay for qualified residential alternative energy equipment, such as solar hot water heaters, geothermal heat pumps and wind turbines. The new law removes some of the previously imposed maximum amounts and allows for a credit equal to 30 percent of the cost of qualified property. See Notice 09-41.

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