Chinese drywall is a potential health risk and is in houses throughout the country, in particular in the South Florida area. The possible health threats associated with Chinese drywall include respiratory illness and other possible illnesses of which scientists are not yet aware due to the toxic nature of the drywall. It is important to know how to detect Chinese drywall in your home in order to avoid associated health risks.
Below is a link to a self-analysis of whether you have "Chinese Drywall" in your home. It asks several yes or no questions and also has good pictures of "normal" and "problem" systems.
http://www.doh.state.fl.us/environment/community/indoor-air/inspections.html
If you feel your home has Chinese drywall installed after following these tips, call a certified home inspector. You may consider calling your home's builder as well. Both options can inspect your home and tell you how to proceed.
Jordan Chancey
Leslie Wells Realty Inc.
Original Link provided by Andy Tolbert
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