Released on = May 31, 2006, 8:16 am

Press Release Author = Gotham Builders of New York

Industry = Consumer Services

Press Release Summary = The passage of the new energy bill clearly conveys America\'s
need to reduce energy consumption and minimize dependence on foreign energy sources.
New Yorkers can help accomplish these goals by replacing old windows, and will
receive a tax credit for their effort.

Press Release Body = Press Release
For Immediate Release

Contact
Anthony Perotta
Gotham Builders of New York
203- 20 Rocky Hill Road,
Bayside, NY 11361
Telephone: 718-279-9622
Fax: 718-279-9464
www.GothamBuildersofNewYork.com

Replacement Windows Help New Yorkers Reduce Energy Consumption; New Tax Incentives
Sweeten the Deal

New York, NY, May 31, 2006 - The passage of the new energy bill clearly conveys
America\'s need to reduce energy consumption and minimize dependence on foreign
energy sources. New Yorkers can help accomplish these goals by replacing old
windows, and will receive a tax credit for their effort.

Even with the benefits offered by newer heating and cooling systems and insulation,
a home\'s energy efficiency can be dramatically reduced without the right windows,
according to Anthony Perotta, President of Gotham Builders of New York, a remodeling
contractor that offers specialty replacement windows. \"Homeowners will be able to
receive up to a $500 tax credit for installation of new exterior windows that are
installed by our company. It\'s clear that the government is asking us all to find
ways to reduce the amount of energy we consume,\" says Perotta, \"This tax incentive
certainly helps to bolster the effort.\"

According to the U.S. Department of Energy (USDE), the energy lost through windows
can account for as much as 10% to 25% of your heating bill. During the summer,
sunny windows make your air conditioner work two to three times harder. The USDE
recommends the following considerations when shopping for replacement windows:

v Look for the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) label; it means the
window\'s performance is certified.
v The lower the U-value, the better the insulation. In colder climates, a U-value of
0.35 or below is recommended.
v In warm climates, look for windows with double glazing and spectrally selective
coatings that reduce heat gain.
v Select windows with air leakage ratings of 0.3 cubic feet per minute or less.
v In temperate climates with both heating and cooling seasons, select windows with
both low U-values and low solar heat gain co-efficiency (SHGC) to maximize energy
benefits.

Gotham Builders of New York offers New Yorkers a new innovation that turns windows
into a sophisticated climate controlling device. Windows manufactured with Heat
Mirror technology block heat transfer through the glass achieving energy performance
nearly 10 times that of single pane glass and 5 times that of ordinary dual pane
glazing. Heat Mirror retains radiant heat in the winter and repels it in summer,
offering homeowners the best of both worlds with their windows.

\"Homeowners should keep in mind that replacing windows not only helps our city
achieve its energy initiatives, but it will put more money back into their pockets
with lower utility bills,\" Perotta said. \"With rising gas prices and so many other
demands of our hard-earned dollars, the majority of New Yorkers can benefit from
these savings.\"

About Gotham Builders of New York - A New York Remodeling company that specializes
in replacement windows, vinyl siding, roofing, and home remodeling needs. The
company is family owned and has over 35 years of experience. For more information
visit www.GothamBuildersofNewYork.com


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Contact Details = Anthony Perotta
203- 20 Rocky Hill Road
Bayside , 11361
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718-279-9622
service@gothambuildersofnewyork.com
http://www.gothambuildersofnewyork.com