Whether you are selling or buying a home you need to be sure that the home is not effected by bad drywall that was used in many states between 2001 and 2007. Major health issues as well as damage to the home can come from the use of this problem drywall from China.

The Chinese Drywall Problem in Homes
By Nancy Niblett

Of course, in this day and age, not all products are made in this country. In fact, most products are being imported at a great rate. This includes building material such as drywall. Between 2001 and 2007 many homes were built with a certain type of drywall that can cause damage to your home and even your belongings. This drywall has been imported from China and has so far been used in 32 states. If you plan on selling your home, or if you think this may be a problem for you, then this article will help you. This article will detail the problems as well as give you some tips on this issue.

Chinese drywall can be affected by heat or moisture easily. A lot of the times the drywall will release a gas that smells like rotten eggs. This gas not only smells bad, but it can cause damage to a lot of different things in your home. The gas tends to corrode metal, especially copper. This means that your air conditioning, pipes, and electronics can all be damaged by this gas. Your silver jewelry may even turn black if this is not remedied quickly.

This is not even the worst part of the drywall problem. Through very little contact, the drywall can release small particles into the air and get into your lungs. Even if the drywall is gone, it can still be in the air and affect your health. Common health problems include headaches, nosebleeds and trouble with breathing. This can lead to even more problems down the line. It is a matter of safety for you and your family.

The best way to know if your home was built with this drywall is to have your home properly inspected. This is especially useful if you are planning on buying a home or selling yours. You definitely do not want to buy a home made with this poorly manufactured Chinese drywall, and you most certainly do not want to sell it to someone. This drywall can be hard to spot, it may not even by labeled. You may not be able to tell if you have this type of drywall in your home, but an inspector can spot it from a mile away. Make sure to have a licensed professional with plenty of experience inspecting your home and this drywall fiasco could be put behind you.

This drywall, as you can see, is a problem for so many reasons. Find out if your home is built with this drywall by getting an inspection.

Nancy Niblett is a highly successful Real Estate Agent specializing in the Chandler area. She credits her success to hard work, integrity and honesty. Clients continue to refer her over and over again. Nancy is one of the most successful award-winning agents and currently with West USA Revelation. Nancy has been named top realtor at West USA Revelation and top 50 Individual agent by Phoenix Business Journal. Staying on top of the changing market is one reason for her success.

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