As one of the largest plaintiff’s firms in the nation, Brent Coon & Associates has decades of combined experience litigating environmental tort and products liability cases. The newest of these cases involves the installation of defective Chinese drywall in homes across the country. As a result, homeowners are suffering from rapidly decreasing property values and serious health concerns from being exposed to the drywall. The attorneys at BCA are dedicated to fighting for these homeowners’ rights.
What is Chinese Drywall?
Chinese drywall refers to defective drywall imported from China. This drywall has been shown to corrode copper and metal surfaces and can potentially make anyone exposed to it sick. Most of this drywall was imported to the United States between 2004 and 2006, but the drywall has been found in some homes dating back to 2001. While the drywall has been discovered in 22 states and the District of Columbia, much of the drywall has been found in Gulf Coast and Southeastern states. It is estimated that over 100,000k homes in the United States have been built or remodeled using the infected Chinese Drywall.
How do I know if my home is infected with Chinese Drywall?
The drywall is often distinguishable by a rotten smell it emits after some time. Most people compare the scent to rotten eggs or ammonia. However, depending on how much drywall was used in your home, the scent may not be immediately noticeable. You cannot rely on scent alone to detect the drywall. You can also check your electrical wiring to help determine whether Chinese drywall has been installed in your home. Chinese drywall corrodes the electrical wiring. If you notice corrosion on your wiring, a home inspector can determine whether or not it is a result of defective Chinese drywall.
For more information on Chinese drywall, including legal options, Congressional documents expressing concern about Chinese drywall, victims’ stories and the latest news about Chinese drywall, please visit www.drywalldamage.com.
