I have recently had the please to list an incredible home that was build in 2006. This large home was all set to sell but during the inspection it was discovered that it had Chinese drywall.
Chinese Drywall is Drywall that was imported from China during the building boom that is tainted with chemicals that corode wires and air conditioning systems in addition to the fact that they may be hazardous to your health.
As a result of this issue, I have discovered the ins and outs of handling this probem. There are resources! First check with your builder and insurance company about some type of resolution. There are a series of class action litigation related to this problem as well. The basic resolution to the problem appears to be removal of all drywall from the house and installation of new drywall which in my case is estimated to be $40K to $80K in repairs...Yikes!
The local Hillsborough County Tax office has even jumped in to help by providing Tax deductions for homes effected. http://www2.tbo.com/content/2009/sep/22/na-tax-break-made-in-china/
Steve Armstrong, Realtor
Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition
Smith & Associates Real Estate
http://www.UniqueTampaHomes.com
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Tampa Bay History Center--A Must see
Sometimes we notice all of the great places and attractions and dont take advantage of something right in front of you. Well the new Tampa Bay History Center is one of those places....
If you havent visited this new addition to the Channelside district you are missing out. The layout is engaging and interesting. The movies combine Disney type effects to tell the history of this part of Florida.
On Top of all that.....The building is definitely a great example of what Green Building is about.
Learn more about Tampa Bay's history and support our local community
http://www.tampabayhistorycenter.org/green.html
Steve Armstrong, Realtor
Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition
Smith & Associates Real Estate
http://www.UniqueTampaHomes.com
If you havent visited this new addition to the Channelside district you are missing out. The layout is engaging and interesting. The movies combine Disney type effects to tell the history of this part of Florida.
On Top of all that.....The building is definitely a great example of what Green Building is about.
Learn more about Tampa Bay's history and support our local community
http://www.tampabayhistorycenter.org/green.html
Steve Armstrong, Realtor
Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition
Smith & Associates Real Estate
http://www.UniqueTampaHomes.com
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