Chinese Drywall refers to tainted drywall imported from China which corrodes copper and metal surfaces, often gives off a foul odor, and can make you sick.
There have been a few reports that homes built by large, national builders (like Pulte Homes) may have this Chinese drywall installed, leaving some room for concern.
How would you know if you’re buying a home with this drywall?
1. Does the home smell like rotten eggs or ammonia?
2. Is it more noticeable when entering your home and then seems to dissipate?
3. Chinese drywall corrodes electrical wiring. Check the electrical receptacles in your walls to see if the wires are blackened by pulling off an outlet cover or switch plate and looking inside.n
Chinese drywall is also friable, which means very small particles can easily dislodge and get into our lungs.
This is why the toxic particulates often remain even after Chinese drywall is removed from your home.
