What is mold & why does it matter?
What is a mold investigation?
Is a mold investigation necessary?
Won’t it break the real estate deal?
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California Indoor Air Quality Programhttp://www.cal-iaq.org
Centers for disease Control & Preventionhttp://www.cdc.gov/nceh/airpollution/mold
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National Library of Medicine: PubMedhttp://www.pubmed.org
NY state dept. of Healthhttp://www.epa.gov/iaq/molds
Mold is part of the natural environment. In nature mold
plays an important part by breaking down dead organic
matter such as fallen leaves and dead trees. However, mold
growth is less common indoors. Mold reproduces by
producing tiny spores. the spores are invisible to the naked
eye and travel through outdoor and indoor air. Mold may
begin growing indoors when a source of water is present
(usEPA). Mold growth on surfaces may commonly appear
as black, gray green or olive discoloration and more rarely
white, yellow or other colors.
If indoor mold contamination is extensive it can cause very high
and persistent airborne spore exposures. Persons exposed to high
spore levels can become sensitized and develop allergies or other
health problems. Mold growth may damage clothes, shoes and
furnishings, such as carpets, sofas and cabinets. In time, unchecked
mold growth can cause significant damage to the structural
elements in your home (CA dept. of Health services).
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is a mold investigation necessary?
Yes, real estate deals are often broken by fear and worry. A mold
inspection facilitates an honest assessment and evaluation of the
property. Consequently, it enables both the buyer and the seller to
close a real estate transaction with less uncertainty and fear. It can
provide confidence, smooth the transaction and help both parties feel
good about the sale.
Won’t it break the real estate deal?
No, real estate deals are often broken by fear and worry.
An honest, open and accurate mold investigation alleviates fear
and worry so that a fair and satisfactory transaction may occur for
all parties.
If mold is found, this may mean that there was a source of moisture
that enabled this growth. In this case, water problems should be
repaired. After repairs have been made, all mold growth should be
remediated by a professional.
Both the buyer and sellercan benefit from a mold inspection.
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What is a mold investigation?
A good mold investigation begins with a thorough visual inspection
of the home. this visual inspection should include the attic, crawl
space, HVAC system, any stains, discoloration or any other area
where signs of moisture intrusion are present. Areas around items
such as dishwashers and other appliances that may be sources of
moisture should also be investigated. taking samples of the air
and/or surfaces are sometimes helpful to provide a better
assessment. For example, surface samples of a discolored surface
may determine if there is mold growth or not. Air samples help
identify whether there is hidden mold growth or sources within
walls that lead to human exposure in the home. The use of qualified,
experienced investigators and laboratory analysis lead to accurate,
cost effective, useful conclusions and recommendations.
[ ]The buyer has greater confidence that there are no hidden
problems that will result in expensive repairs, adversely affect their
health and/or decrease the value of their new home.
the seller can show that their home has no hidden moisture
problems and that this is an open and honest transaction.