Is Chinese Drywall Contagious?

Our Chinese Drywall Hotline (1-877-496-4662) received hundreds of calls each month.  A common question among condominium buyers and owners is "If one condominium unit in a building is known to have Chinese Drywall, does that mean that all of remaining units in the building are affected?" Another is "My neighbor has Chinese Drywall, can it spread to my home?"

Of the thousands of Chinese Drywall Inspections performed by Kross Inspectors, approximately 30% of these have been performed on multi family residential units.  We have involved in various size assignments from inspecting just one unit in a building to inspecting entire developments. 

This vast experience has enabled us to document many condominium projects that may only have one or two units affected.  Our inspections of projects like this have shown that the effects of Chinese Drywall do not "spread" from one home to another. 

However, we should consider all possibilities.  We do understand that the known problem with Chinese Drywall is "off gassing".  Simply put, the gases from the defective drywall are the destructive elements that attack a home's components and cause problems for the home's occupants.  So long as there is not a way for these gasses to cross from one home to another, then the problem remains contained within the affected home.

The only way to determine if a condominium is affected is to perform a comprehensive inspection. 

To find out more about Chinese Drywall in condominiums, visit www.krossinspectors.com/chinesedrywall, or call our Chinese Drywall Hotline at 1-877-496-4662. 

NAME THAT DEFICIENCY!

Welcome to our new weekly contest for Real Estate Professionals! 

We have received many compliments from Real Estate Professionals about the thorough walk through we perform for those that attend our Home Inspections.  Our Inspectors' keen eye for detail has left many saying "Wow, I never would have caught that!"

This week we will begin our new weekly contest, giving Real Estate Professionals a chance to "Name That Deficiency".  The first person to submit the correct answer will receive a $25 Gift Certificate from Kross Inspectors.  Our prize will change weekly.  This week's prize is a $25 Gift Certificate to Home Depot! 

Please take a careful look at the photo to the right of this article (if you do not see the photo, please click the photo or the "View as Web Page" link at the top of this email). 

To enter your guess as to what the deficiency is, please email Inspector@krossinspectors.com or visit www.krossinspectors.com/weeklycontest. 

We will post each week's winner on our web site and in the following week's newsletter. 

GOOD LUCK!   

Mold Inspections

In a recent newsletter, we warned consumers about vacant properties and the potential for hidden mold growth.  As we head towards the end of summer, call volume has increased regarding Mold Inspections. 

Mold is a natural occurrence in Florida, however if it is left unchecked, it can cause multiplying problems for a home's occupants. 

To find out more about how Kross Inspectors can help with Mold Inspections, please visit www.krossinspectors.com/moldinthehome.