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Home Buyers Urged to Consider Implications of EPA's Ban on R-22 Refrigerant
On January 1, 2010, the Environmental Protection Agency will place into effect a ban on the manufacture of new HVAC systems using R-22 refrigerant. This R-22 refrigerant, more commonly known as Freon®, is used in systems such as window air-conditioning units, dehumidifiers, heat pumps and central air conditioners.

The purpose of the effort is to reduce the amount of hydro chlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) emitted into the environment. General phase out of R-22 refrigerant is currently estimated to be complete by the year 2020, at which time chemical manufacturers will no longer be able to produce R-22 to service existing air conditioners and heat pumps. After January 1, 2020, servicing of R-22-based systems will rely solely on recycled refrigerants... READ FULL ARTICLE >>

Louisiana Residents May Get Relief Amidst Chinese Drywall Storm
Issues related to the use of drywall manufactured in China and installed in homes in and around areas affected by Hurricane Katrina have grabbed consumer attention and newspaper headlines in recent months.

According to an article published July 19th in the Times Picayune, New Orleans major daily newspaper, the drywall “emits sulfur compounds that have been blamed for corroding household appliances and contributing to a variety of health ailments. The EPA and the product safety commission are investigating Chinese drywall, which was installed in a number of Louisiana homes as they were rebuilt after Hurricane Katrina.”

The Times Picayune then cites a letter from the IRS to Sen. Bill Nelson of Florida that if the drywall "emits an unusual or severe concentration of chemical fumes that causes the extreme and unusual damage you describe, affected taxpayers can qualify for a casualty loss deduction." READ FULL ARTICLE >>

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