Defective Drywall Contractors across America are faced with the mammoth task of defective drywall remediation in many states. The proper handling of defective drywall is paramount in safely and successfully undertaking this work. Defective drywall contractors charged with this task need appropriate training and access to reliable expert advice. Before you start your next defective or Chinese drywall remediation project, ensure that you and your workers are properly trained to handle Chinese or other defective drywall.

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"As always, a lot of good information was shared and connections made by quality attendees and speakers."

Howard Ehrsam EI, CDP, LEED AP
Chinese Drywall Screening

"You were correct, the information was priceless. I can't thank you and your host of speakers enough for the good things I came away with."

Paul Talley FL.CGC, LEED AP, CDDC
Verde CSI, Inc.

Second Annual Expert Panel for Defective Drywall and Exhibition

Building Envelope Science Institute Members and guests had the opportunity to receive an update on the Chinese Drywall problem and to participate in round-table discussions facilitated by defective drywall remediation specialists; Presenters at the second annual Expert Panel for Defective Drywall are leading experts in their field, well able to discuss the issues faced by defective drywall contractors across the country. Some of the topics included legal issues such as defective drywall coverage litigation, preservation of evidence, defective drywall and insurance, health effects, other protocols, selective removal, XRF, and a national warranty.

About BESI

Building Envelope Science Institute Inc. (BESI) brings together construction industry specialists dedicated the development and implementation of education and resources, specifically designed for the construction industry. BESI is the industry's peak training and continued construction development center, developed to address the needs of the industry, both today and into the future. While there is a strong emphasis on building science development within the Institute, it is dedicated to providing a diverse offering of programs, courses and seminars addressing the latest in concepts, practical construction solutions, ethical reasoning and efficient construction techniques targeted at all areas of building construction, maintenance, remediation and restoration.

The mission of the Building Envelope Science Institute, Inc. (BESI) is to provide the highest quality training and certification programs, combined with highly effective resources. In addition to these core activities, institute members have access to expert advice and knowledge sharing on topics such as successful construction, maintenance and restoration of building envelope construction. As new products, materials and techniques are developed to enhance building envelope construction, BESI will actively investigate and analyze them to assess suitability and appropriateness in preserving and maintaining building envelope integrity. The BESI Education Committee is charged with the continuing development of formal accreditation/certification for construction industry practitioners.

Building Envelope Science Institute aspires to be the nation's leader in bringing together all components of the building to form one cohesive unit, free of leaks and designed for long-term performance integrity.