Pelletier's Home Inspection
Alfred Leo Pelletier, CMI
Certified Master Inspector
Certified Mold Inspector
MOLD
This wall had a leak from a broken pipe in the wall, that was leaking for years. After removing wall covering this is what we were dealing with.
Because of poor workmanship and neglect the wall had to be removed and rebuilt. Very costly mistake, if this home was inspected when purchased this would of been discovered and avoided. New owner did not have a home inspection when they purchased this home.
This wall is a divider wall for kitchen and Living room. All plumbing and cabinets had to be removed and rebuilt.
EVERY HOME SHOULD BE TESTED FOR MOLD
According to Dr. John D. Shane, Vice President of Laboratory services of PRO-LAB millions of homes across America have hidden water leaks that are promoting mold growth that can expose homeowners to mold spores. Mold has a potential to cause health problems like allergies, irritation (to lungs, eyes, skin, throat, nose) and are potentially toxic. Inhaling and touching mold spores may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals and normally healthy individuals may become sensitive to mold after exposure.
The EPA states that, "It is important to take precautions to limit your exposure to mold and mold spores. Avoid breathing in mold or mold spores". The EPA also recommends that if you suspect you have a hidden mold problem you should consider hiring an experienced professional to avoid exposure to potentially massive doses of mold spores.
Mold damages what it grows on. The longer it grows the more damage it can cause. If there is a mold problem in your home, you should clean up the mold promptly. Mold can be hidden, growing on the water from a hidden leak, and can develop into a potentially large problem if not caught in time.
Testing your home on a regular basis is a prudent way to prevent small problems from growing into a costly and unhealthy situation, and always avoid exposing yourself and others to mold.
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