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Will you provide me with a written document which specifies what
will be replaced? Among the items to discuss with you contractor are replacement
of some of the following: insulation, electrical wiring (low and high voltage), HVAC
system (including ductwork and grills), some appliances, low voltage equipment (such
as burglar alarms), carpet and padding. Also discuss the method of clean-up (including
airing out of the home) to remove the gases and drywall particulate.
Is your contractor following all applicable OSHA regulations? The
presence of Chinese drywall may present hazards to workers. Ask your contractor
about the use of personal protective equipment.
Does your contractor have insurance, what kind and how much? It is
important to determine the type of coverage necessary to cover the risks involved. What
about the subcontractors?
Will your contractor comply with environmental laws? Who is liable for
the removal and disposal of the drywall? How and where will the materials be disposed?
Does the contract provide for indemnification? An indemnification
agreement requires the contractor to protect the owner from claims or losses resulting
from defective performance of the contractor's and subcontractor’s work. An owner may
want to think twice before hiring a subcontractor to perform various portions of the project.
And most importantly, what happens if the remediation is
unsuccessful? Ask your contractor about a warranty.
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IF YOU ARE NONETHELESS GOING TO PROCEED WITH REMEDIATION, WE SUGGEST YOU ASK YOUR CONTRACTOR THESE QUESTIONS: |
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There is a tremendous amount of controversy whether remediation is
possible and if so what materials and components need to be replaced.
Experts warn that it may not be enough to simply rip out the drywall without
addressing the piping, wiring and other systems that have been exposed.
According to the Florida Department of Health states, based on reports from
occupants and preliminary test results, gases may penetrate porous
materials such as drywall and fabrics. The effectiveness of cleaning these
materials is currently unknown. It is also uncertain whether this will affect
materials such as concrete and lumber. Note, the Florida Department of
Health has not endorsed any particular remediation protocols for the
removal of Chinese drywall and repair of related damage.
Although the Consumer Product Safety Commission is studying tests and
remediation methods for affected homes, no federal agency has approved
any of them. Please bear this in mind before undertaking remediations on
your own. You should also consult with an attorney - you could be
impacting your legal rights and destroying evidence necessary to pursue a
claim. See Preservation of Evidence Order.
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possible and if so what materials and components need to be replaced.
Experts warn that it may not be enough to simply rip out the drywall without
addressing the piping, wiring and other systems that have been exposed.
According to the Florida Department of Health states, based on reports from
occupants and preliminary test results, gases may penetrate porous
materials such as drywall and fabrics. The effectiveness of cleaning these
materials is currently unknown. It is also uncertain whether this will affect
materials such as concrete and lumber. Note, the Florida Department of
Health has not endorsed any particular remediation protocols for the
removal of Chinese drywall and repair of related damage.
Although the Consumer Product Safety Commission is studying tests and
remediation methods for affected homes, no federal agency has approved
any of them. Please bear this in mind before undertaking remediations on
your own. You should also consult with an attorney - you could be
impacting your legal rights and destroying evidence necessary to pursue a
claim. See Preservation of Evidence Order.
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| CAN MY HOME BE REMEDIATED? |
WARNING: BEFORE YOU REMOVE ANY DRYWALL FROM YOUR HOME, PLEASE REVIEW THIS PRESERVATION OF EVIDENCE ORDER. FAILURE TO ABIDE BY THIS ORDER COULD JEOPARDIZE YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS. |