Helping Today's Consumer with Energy Options

Most businesses are by natures Market Driven; when the consciousness of the market being served is raised; businesses that care about Customers listen and tailor their offerings to the emerging market.

Today's uncertain climate, deregulating of our electric utilities, and certainly social consciousness are contributing to Consumer demand for new energy related products-and services. The "straw" that usually breaks the camel's back to move such products and services to the mainstream is financial incentives.

Rebates are flying, Incentives are hot!
The latest Pennsylvania rebate program offers rebates up to $1,000 for qualifying Gas-fired Tankless & Storage type Water Heaters, Gas-fired Furnaces & Gas-fired Boilers, and also Oil-fired Furnaces and Boilers installed by Pennsylvania registered installers - what a great way for Home Owners to upgrade their equipment, get a great rebate, and save energy dollars!

Utility Rebates are also available, as are Manufacturer Rebates - most can be added together to really help the Consumer Save BIG; from appliances to heating, air conditioning & solar systems.

The Renewable Energy Credits can also have a significant financial incentive to help offset the investment - especially Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Electric Generation! Typically, here's where a Home Owner can make a mistake by picking a solar panel that is not as efficient at producing energy. Our panels are the most efficient in the world!

The Federal Tax Credit (FTC) is set to expire this year!
Many believe it will be renewed, typically at the last moment, but why wait? Now's the time to take the tax credit - Tax Day is fast approaching!

Solar, Geothermal & Wind systems can qualify for a 30% FTC! For example, a Home Owner who invests between $15,000 to $80,000 can get a $4,500 to $24,000 Federal Tax Credit - which can be taken in one year, or spread over the next few years!

Window, Doors, Insulation, Water Heaters, Furnaces & Standard Air to Air Heat Pumps can qualify for 30% FTC up to $1,500.

If you're a business, it gets even better!
You can trade-in your 30% FTC for CASH! You can accelerate the depreciation. You can use your Section 179 provision, and skip the depreciation all together! We've had the pleasure of working with several local companies who listened, understood the opportunities and are now positioned to save jobs as a result of becoming more competitive, more efficient and more sustainable.

Skeptics are Missing the Boat
We handle the paperwork for our Customers, making it easy. Unfortunately, we've met potential qualifiers who miss the programs because of skepticism - "too difficult to apply", "probably won't qualify", "too much red tape", don't believe it's true", etc. - don't be one!

We actually had a client ask his accounting firm about the benefits of installing a Solar System we recommended, and rather than appear to be uniformed, they said "it's wasn't a fit for them"! We've helped to educate the accounting firms who are interested in helping their Clients survive this economy and deal with the energy situation - unfortunately, we missed this one! Lesson Learned - Find an accounting firm that stays current with tax law and is proactive!

Incentives attract Competition - the Final Analysis
We've seen many competitors enter our market from neighboring states, chasing the energy "ambulance" to the Consumer's "meter". Many of the products involving energy savings are long-life systems that require careful and professional installation, service and maintenance to be all they can be. As incentives decrease, many are moving to the next opportunities - leaving local Home Owners high and dry. Our professionally trained staff live, works, and enjoys being part of the Metro Harrisburg Area and are here to serve you!

SECCO Announces NABCEP Certification

Great News! Matt Wilson just received notification that he passed the NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners)! After a grueling test, made even more difficult by the power failure experienced during the exam, Matt has succeeded after spending many hours studying and working in the solar electric industry! Congratulations Matt Wilson! This certification opens doors of opportunities for all SECCO Co-Workers because NABCEP Standards have long been recognized as the master certification which will qualify SECCO Solar Energy Group for larger projects, longer warranties and overall recognition by Vendors and industry professionals! "It's a Certification that demonstrates our commitment to our Customers, our Vendors and most importantly, continues the tradition of leading the industry with the most educated and talented staff!", says Barry Kindt, President.

SECCO Inc is an Official PA Contractor

Check us out online http://seccoinc.com our contractors code is PA5766.

In 2008, the Pennsylvania Legislature passed the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act. The law requires that all contractors who perform at least $5,000 worth of home improvements per year register with the Attorney Generals Office, and must display on all marketing materials their PA contractor’s number. Our Pennsylvanian contractor’s number is PA5766. The reason our government has done this is to protect the home owner from any unlawful company from entering and working on your home. Only trust contractors that have this number displayed, otherwise you will be taken advantage of and the company that does not have this number could do more damage than good.

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A.O. Smith Water Heaters

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Solar News

Pollution Prevention Assistance Account (PPAA) Loan Program

The Small Business Pollution Prevention Assistance Account (PPAA) Loan Program provides low interest loans to small businesses undertaking projects (located within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania) that reduce waste, pollution or energy use. Loans will be used to fund 75 percent of the total eligible project cost, up to a maximum of $100,000. Small businesses with 100 or fewer full-time employees are eligible. The loan interest rate is 2% and has a maximum term of 10 years. This funding can help small businesses comply with environmental regulations while receiving the economic benefits of preventing pollution and using energy more efficiently.

To learn more about the loan program our brochure is available online (Adobe PDF 56K).

The loan application package consists of three parts – the program guidelines, a Determination of Eligibility (DOE) application and a Single Application for Assistance application. To view any of these online, click on the following links:

Program Guidelines

DEP Determination of Eligibility and Instructions* (technical application) (PDF) ( Word )

The DOE application should be completed and submitted to the address shown on the DOE application.

DCED Single Application For Assistance* (financial application)

DCED Single Application for Assistance -- Effective September 1, 2008, DCED requires that all funding applications be submitted using the online Electronic Single Application. Paper applications are no longer accepted. A copy of the submitted electronic application, the signature page and any supplemental/addenda information should be forwarded to DCED's Customer Service Center, 400 North Street, 4th Floor, Harrisburg, PA 17120. Any questions regarding addenda submissions should be directed to DCED's Customer Service Center at 1-800-379-7448.

DCED Single Application for Assistance Online Submittal (financial application)

* Acrobat Reader is required and can be obtained from the "Site Plug-In/Viewers" link at the bottom of this page.

Hardcopies of the application package or brochure may be obtained by calling DEP’s Office of Energy and Technology Development at 717-783-8411. You may also contact DCED’s Customer Service Center at 1-800-379-7448 or 717-787-3405 or by e-mail at ra-dcedcs@state.pa.us to obtain hardcopies.

Inquiries concerning DEP’s Determination of Eligibility application or technical aspects of the program should be directed to DEP at the above mentioned telephone number or can be e-mailed to gdelvecchi@state.pa.us .

Inquiries concerning DCED’s Single Application or financial aspects of the program should be directed to Department of Community and Economic Development.