Mold has become one of the hot topics in real estate. Recently mold in homes has been significantly linked to ailments of the respiratory system and allergies. Mold is also a bit of a tricky customer as it can be difficult to detect and hard to get rid of as well. Mold is commonly mistaken with common mildew which does not have the same health concerns but can outwardly appear much the same. Mold comes in a number of different varieties usually with differing health effects so in determining whether or not there is mold in a home requires a trained professional. Home inspectors are sometimes able to identify mold in the home. When buying a home and arranging the inspection try to find an inspector that is familiar with mold and ensure that they look for it.
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