Chinese Drywall in the News!
Drywall imported from China in 2004-2006 has been found to contain significant amounts of sulfur and sulfur related compounds. Many believe that humidity causes the sulfur in the drywall to out gas (i.e., migrate into the indoor air) which not only creates a noxious odor, but corrodes copper, such as evaporator coils and tubing, which can ultimately cause your air conditioner to fail. Chinese drywall may also corrode your copper plumbing, copper electrical wiring, and copper water lines. Metals such as chrome, brass and silver may also be affected. Bathroom and kitchen faucets and drains are typically tarnished in homes with Chinese drywall. Homeowners have also been reporting physical ailments, including coughing, irritated eyes, sneezing, sore throat, difficulty breathing, runny nose, bloody nose, and headaches after being exposed to Chinese drywall. If you or someone you love has developed any of the above symptoms, or if you have noticed any of the above conditions in your home or business, you may be entitled to significant compensation.
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Anyone that has ‘Made in China’ stamped on their drywall, their house is worthless, said Randy Noel, president of Louisiana-based homebuilder Reve Inc. Testifying before Senate Sub-committee hearing on Chinese Drywall May 20, 2009
We have recently filed the first consumer class action complaints in Mississippi and Alabama. Hopefully, these will provide some relief to the homeowners. From our site visits, there appears to be at least two (2) types of Chinese drywall used in Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana: one being Knauf and one of an unknown manufacturer simply marked "Chinese drywall". We are having photos of both of these posted on our web site soon. Most all of the homes we have seen thus far have had HVAC systems or coils replaced. All of the homes have had cooper wiring and materials turning black. This indicates that both types of drywall are emitting excessive sulphur dioxide and other corrosive compounds. We will have our first samples sent to a lab for gas chromatograph testing this week.
Unfortunately, most of the homeowners I have visited with so far who have small children, the minors seem to be having upper respiratory problems. I have suggested that they invest in multiple hepa air filters to help dilute the presence of gas and will be investigating whether painting the walls may also help dilute the off gassing of the drywall. We have heard from other affected homeowners that this seemed to help, but we cannot conclusively state this at this time. We would like to state for the record that there is no study that has been produced that the health effects of this drywall are anything but transitory at this time. Stated differently, the symptoms should resolve once the drywall is removed.
Many people also want to know if their house needs to be tested. I would strongly advise to determine whether you have the affected drywall before even thinking about testing. The best way to determine this is to generally go to your attic and remove some of the insulation or move it around if it is blown and inspect the backside of the drywall. If it says Knauf-Tianjin or "Made in China" you have Chinese drywall and a problem. Some US drywall companies that are not problematic are Georgia Pacific, Temple Inland, National Gypsum, USG, American Gypsum and BPB. Also, if you bought your drywall from Lowe's or Home Depot, you are probably OK.
Areas that seem to be particularly affected are obviously the New Orleans area, the Baton Rouge area, the Mississippi Gulf Coast and north to Hattiesburg, the Pensacola area and the Birmingham area. Contact us to learn more.
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NOLA.com
... reported today that Habitat for Humanity homes in the New Orleans Musicians' Village may be plagued by defective Chinese drywall.
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Tbo.com
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Elegant Home, Price Slashed … Tainted Chinese Drywall Included
