Should We Buy An Older House With Mold?
Question: We are buying an older home and suspect there may be mold. What can we do?
Answer: You bet the house has mold — EVERY house has mold. As the EPA says, “it is impossible to get rid of all mold and mold spores indoors; some mold spores will be found floating through the air and in house dust.”
There are two issues here. First, some people are especially sensitive to given molds. This is a medical concern — suffers should speak with a doctor if mold is bothersome. Second, some homes have more mold than they should. Such excess mold is typically caused by water leaks and seepage as well as poor ventilation. The solution? Look for plumbing leaks, direct rain water away from the home, and keep the house well ventilated.
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