June 11, 2010

Q: The over-head light fixture light bulbs, Mitsubishi FPL32EN/HF, in the kitchens of the townhouses are not available in the NEX main store or NEX Depot.

I believe if the tenants are required to maintain these lights, they should be available for purchase on-base.

Additionally, I have priced these lights out in town and they are expensive; approximately $30 per bulb and the overhead light fixture in the kitchens of the townhouses require three bulbs.

At approximately $100 for light bulbs, that’s a little ridiculous.

Suggestion would be to find a light fixture that doesn’t require expensive light bulbs.

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A: The light bulbs are currently available at HOMES located at Heisei-cho, Yokosuka which is approximately two miles from the base for 1,680 yen per bulb.

The prices of the bulbs are higher due to their longer life span (20 times of regular bulbs) over that of normal fluorescent bulbs, and reduced energy consumption.

Therefore, the cost of the bulbs are very reasonable in view these benefits.

Thank you in advance for your understanding.

For further information, contact Housing Inspector Akira Kudoh at 243-9008.