Environmental
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are found in older HVAC systems and refrigerants. Their significance in real estate is that they:
ACause indoor air quality problems when the system operates normally
BAre regulated under the Clean Air Act and must be handled by certified technicians when servicing or disposing of equipment✓ Correct
CRequire mandatory disclosure in all Tennessee property sales
DAre only hazardous in commercial buildings
Explanation
CFCs are ozone-depleting substances regulated under the Clean Air Act. Real estate professionals should be aware that HVAC systems using CFCs (older refrigerants like R-12 or R-22) must be serviced and disposed of by EPA-certified technicians.
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