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A good inspector will look everywhere for signs of mold including the HVAC system, all windows, ice maker lines, laundry area, under sinks, behind toilets, attic spaces and access to clean outs for bathtubs if available.

 

HVAC condensation lines that usually run in the attic of a home may have never been cleaned or blown out and debris just builds up. Water backs up and slowly leaks into the main areas of the home.  In addition to the possibility of water damage, the presence of condensation throughout the entire system can promote the growth of mold.  Constant moisture is usually a good breeding ground for toxic mold growth.  If you live anywhere there is high humidity have your system checked. A heating and air conditioning company can also check your system and they can install an ultraviolet light which will kill the mold.

 

All black molds are not the toxic variety and all toxic molds are not black. Toxic mold can be green, yellow, orange, brown or violet. It depends on the food source. All varieties of mold like to grow in the dark, without light and moving air.

 

Some molds can be removed by bleach but if you have mold, have it tested, if it is a toxic type all affected material, such as drywall, must be removed. The source that was feeding the mold removed and only use new replacement material.