Mold

[laurielutton]

I have heard mixed information about the proper way to repot mold. I did an inspection of a REO property that has been vacant for several months. The bathroom had mold growing on the walls. What is the correct was to handle this in the report?

 

[Michigan CG]

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[Mike Garrett RAA]

Usually with rubber gloves

 

[Kristina Ledesma]

Check with your E/O first, some specifically says if a property has mold and you complete the report they will not cover you.

Had a horrible mold case last week...pic attached...still makes me wheeze thinking about it.

 

[Greg Bell]

Report POSSIBLE mold (Lots of photos)and state remediation may be required.Usually you do not add cost to cure because it's impossible to determine.Remember , we are not experts on mold , or are we , anyway just point it out and let the client grimace..

 

[John LaBelle]

I came across this recently as well. Since I am not an expert on mold, I stated there was some growth on the basement walls and ceilings and called for an inspection.

 

[Mike Boyd]

Report it just as you would evidence of wood destroying pests and organisms. Since it is obvious, I would make the report subject to a clearance by an environmental expert.