Chinese Drywall Testing
Chinese drywall is a form of toxic drywall, containing hazardous levels of strontium and other dangerous materials, that has been appearing in the news more and more frequently. Damaging for buildings and residents alike, Chinese drywall is a type of drywall that is manufactured in and imported from China. In the past decade, homeowners have reported being affected by serious Chinese drywall problems ranging from bathroom fixture corrosion to upper-respiratory complications. There have been incidents of toxic drywall in 42 different states, so unfortunately, these problems are not isolated to just one area of the country. If your home was built between 2001 and 2009, you should seriously consider testing for Chinese drywall. At Industrial Safety & Health, we're equipped to test and analyze drywall that is potentially toxic and advise you on the most effective means of remediation. To keep your property as safe and healthful as possible and eradicate all of your dangerous Chinese drywall problems, call Industrial Safety & Health.
Toxic drywall can cause serious problems for you and your home. Whether you wind up with a corroded air conditioning unit, blackened wiring, or frequent nosebleeds, Chinese drywall problems are hard to ignore once they appear. That's why testing for Chinese drywall is so important. Industrial Safety & Health will test multiple areas of your drywall and even all of your wiring so you'll be able to take the appropriate actions as soon as possible. We can even test specifically for strontium, one of the chemical elements that contribute to the corrosion and health problems. So, how can you tell if you should start testing for Chinese drywall in your home? Take a look around the house. Some Chinese drywall symptoms may include:
- Drywall that is slightly gray in color
- Any copper (e.g. wires and coils) that is blackened or corroded
- Metal fixtures that are pitted or corroded
- Coils in A/C units that are repeatedly corroded
- Sulfuric or "rotten egg" smell that persists when windows and doors are shut
- Drywall that is labeled "Made in China" or contains Chinese writing on its reverse side
- Allergies, nosebleeds, and respiratory problems that only occur indoors
If you notice signs of Chinese drywall symptoms around the house, contact Industrial Safety & Health as soon as possible. While we do not perform the toxic drywall removal ourselves, we'll be able to confirm the presence of toxins in your building, set you up with a team of contractors, and advise them on the appropriate steps to take. When you enlist the help of Industrial Safety & Health, you'll be on your way to a much safer and healthier home.
