Environment, Rockville Reports

Save Money, Be an Energy Star and Go Electric

Buy Energy-Saving Products Feb. 15-17

Homeowners thinking about upgrading an appliance, replacing a refrigerator, or even changing a light bulb, can do so tax free on Presidents Day weekend.

From Saturday, Feb. 15-Monday, Feb. 17, purchases of the following energy-efficient Energy Star products are free from Maryland’s 6% sales tax:

• •Air conditioners.
• Washers and dryers.
• Furnaces.
• Heat pumps.
• Boilers.
• Solar water heaters (tax exempt year-round).
• Standard-size refrigerators.
• Dehumidifiers.
• Programmable thermostats.
• LED light bulbs.

Learn more about the tax-free weekend by visiting www.marylandtaxes.gov and searching “Shop Maryland Energy.”