Mold Remediation
All,
Just found a building where there is apparently some mold issues in the bathroom and kitchen. From what I can see, there is evidence of mold along the wall under the sink ... etc.
Is mold a definite deal killer? I am just starting due diligence on this one so have no idea if I should proceed or stop right here.
I have heard that it might be necessary to gut the building down to studs (and maybe even remove studs) if the mold has gotten in deep enough. Also, I am sure I would have to deal with the building inspector or air quality person to handle such an issue, right? Always a nightmare dealing with the the city or county (in my opinion).
Thoughts, please.
JS.
Deal maker, negotiate the sales price, replace as needed and move on.
Mold means money in your pocket, usually
No standards, no proven health effects- except allergic reactions, but people can be allergic to anything. Sure, there are some rare toxic molds, but the chance of one being in your house is minute. The chlorine in the water supply is a far greater health threat.
The asphalt shingles on your roof are toxic, the formaldehyde in your pressboard is toxic, the adhesive in your plywood is toxic, the lead or galvanizing or solder or solvents and softeners in your pipes are toxic, your expensive brass fixtures leach lead, the lead or solvents in your paint are toxic- I could go on and on about almost any material in a house. Mold is a wonderful tool for home buyers to knock down the price, or for renters to break a lease, but every house has mold, every house always will have mold, the entire environment we live in is full of mold, we eat moldy milk and call it delicious cheese or soybeans and call it tempeh; and it has never been proven that visible mold in a house has adverse health effects.
Chris