Defective Drywall Linked to Construction Company Lennar Homes Florida
Recently,
many new products coming from manufacturing plants in China have been
shown to be dangerous to American consumers. Many people still
remember the "lead paint" scare, during which many
children's toys were discovered to contain unsafe levels of the
potentially toxic chemical. However, a more recent widespread problem
has been linked to building materials – specifically that which is
used to create smooth, flat surfaces for ceilings and walls. Drywall
originating in China may have caused serious damage to as many as
300,000 homes, including a large number built by the Lennar Homes
Florida. When
government officials started receiving complaints about odd smells,
physical ailments, and strange problems from a number of homeowners,
they began looking for the culprit. One discovery in this matter
involved the houses built by companies like Lennar Homes Florida with
batches of drywall
from China .
Unfortunately, this material did not meet safety regulations, and was
found to emit high levels of a gas known as hydrogen sulfide. Hydrogen
sulfide is a broad-spectrum poison, meaning that, unlike other
chemicals found in nature, it can attack almost any part of the human
body. It is also the gas that gives swamps and match sticks their
distinctive odors. This chemical substance causes people to have
headaches, and causes match heads to combust. When these houses were
filled with toxic gases, many inhabitants exhibited some or all of
the following symptoms: Sore
throat Cough Nausea Fluid
in the lungs Fatigue Loss
of appetite Dizziness Headaches
It
is important to know that many people have reported that the "rotten
egg" smell gets worse with increased humidity. In damp areas
that experience high levels of rain, such as those in southern United
States, the problem can persist year round, reaching a dangerous apex
during the rainy reason. Of
course, some people do not experience any of the physical ailments
listed above. In many of these cases, inhabitants of the effected
buildings still reported odd problems around the home. The issue is
that the fumes emitted by the drywall interact with metals. This can
cause a myriad of issues, ranging from the merely annoying to the
very dangerous. These can include, but are not limited to, the
following: Malfunctioning
home electronic appliances, or appliances that have to be replaced
more often than normal. Electrical
problems related to lights and wiring within walls, which could
potentially lead to dangerous shorts. Corroded
or discolored piping throughout the house. Tarnished
metal accents and fixtures.
If
you or anyone in your family is experiencing any of the smells,
ailments, or household oddities listed above, even if you do not live
in a home constructed by a housing or realty group in Florida,
contact a doctor immediately. It is vital that you be tested for
hydrogen sulfide poisoning, and that any of your injuries be
documented as soon as is possible. Failure to get the documentation
early can hurt your chances for receiving just compensation. After
receiving your paperwork, contact a qualified lawyer quickly. They
will help you discover your legal rights, and use the American legal
system to obtain what you are owed under the law.
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