How Can You Tell If There Is Mold In Your Home?

Question

I live in Military housing and several people have had the idea that our homes contain mold. I've read a list of symptoms and either my family or myself have had a few of them. I also notice little mildew spots on the top of my front door. I know people will say "Well call and tell them you have seen it and have symptoms." It's not that easy these people that own our housing are very sneaky and rude. I want some good solid hard evidence so that way I can get moved into a safer and hopefully nicer and bigger home. Please help!!

Answer 1

The best way to find mold is look for the dampest spots.  Mold will start growing in those spots.  Will look black in color first and then turn green when it develops mold spores.  The mold spores is what will affect your health especially if they get air born

Answer 2

Tina,

Please get your local phone yellow book and search for mold testers.  

Answer 3

Are there any inspectors for the town or city from the Health Department who could intercede for you ? Mold is a serious situation and the military should also help.

Answer 4

I would say there is not any MOLD in there as they have to be inspected ever so often..If there is, you should see it like around the tub or under the sink, or behind furniture.