Cash for Clunker Update

Cash for Clunker for appliances program has been tentatively scheduled for 10 days in April, 2010. Retailers would offer rebates for 20% off before taxes, up to a total of $1,500 per household, on most energy-efficient appliances from April 16-25. In addition, consumers would receive an additional $75 for sending their old appliances to the landfill rather than reselling them. Only federally designated Energy Star home appliances are eligible.

How will you get your rebate? No one is sure yet...Some stores may be able to give you a rebate on site, while others may require paperwork--details are still to be worked out.

What appliances are covered? Gas and tankless water heaters, heaters, refrigerators, AC units. Some appliances will be excluded...i.e., clothes dryers, as they don't carry an Energy Star rating. Trade-ins are not required in the program. For more details, contact www.myfloridaclimate.com.