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moisture: With unpredictable weather comes unpredictable water damage. Homebuyers should be vigilant about finding moisture hotbeds. - 10/18/11 05:05 PM
Weather is unpredictable, regardless of the nightly forecasts. We checked the 2012 issue of Farmers’ Almanac as backup and, for the Midwest, predictions are average temperatures (whatever that is) and wetter than normal. Looks like our friends in the Northeast are going to take a pounding again this year.
For potential homebuyers, weather can play a big part in the home’s saleability. We’re talking about leaks, drips, mold and structural damage that happen because of weather. Smart home sellers have done a pre-sale inspection with a qualified inspector to address any of these issues. Still, buyers should watch for any signs … (0 comments)

moisture: A journey to the past reveals more than we want to see–mold! - 08/16/11 12:07 PM
An urge to connect with the past led us to the back of the closet and stacks of boxes with family pictures. Anticipation mounted as we opened the boxes to see how we looked growing up. But, what we saw was…mold!
Yes, mold deserves an exclamation point, especially if your home is on the market and buyers are looking in every nook and cranny. Not only does mold complicate your home sale, it also affects your health and can be very costly to remove.
The first line of defense is to prevent mold before it takes hold. Mold needs several conditions … (3 comments)

 
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