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re: Anyone here ever had health issues due to toxic black mold or stachybotrys in their home?
Posted on 8/13/17 at 3:48 pm to Shutthefrontdoor
Posted on 8/13/17 at 3:48 pm to Shutthefrontdoor
She and her husband did own the home. They had the mold remediated (it was in basement). Interestingly, it only affected her, and not her husband. After, they tried to continue living in it, but she couldn't. Her issues would not clear up. So, they disclosed it on the listing and sold the house and moved into a brand new apartment complex (she had the unit tested for mold and signed the lease contingent on their being no mold present). They've been in the apt. for about 1 1/2 years. Throughout all of this she was being treated by a doctor in Boulder, CO. After living in a mold free environment for a while and continuing her treatment, she began to significantly improve. When he thought she was at an optimal level of health from the mold toxicity, he referred her to an Allergist/Immunologist, from whom she is currently receiving treatment (allergy shots). She was really at her wits end until they moved out of the house because no matter what the Doctor did to help her, she saw no improvement.
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Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:18 pm to TigerAlum1982
Glad she is better! I can't seem to locate a doctor in Louisiana who knows how to treat mold exposure. Or one who takes it seriously. Their home was in Colorado? My rent home is in Baton Rouge. Heard about a girl who rented a home in BR and got very sick for years only to discover it was from the mold in the home causing the illnesses. Apparently she had to throw away almost all belongings. Can't seem to get any information. Was hoping someone here would know the story and could direct me to her for information
Posted on 8/13/17 at 5:28 pm to Shutthefrontdoor
How ironic. Just watched a forensic files episode yesterday about a couple in Austin who had black mold in their home. Wound up having to demolish the house, sued insurance company and won $32M
Posted on 8/13/17 at 5:45 pm to Shutthefrontdoor
Yes and it's more common than you think. In Louisiana it doesn't have to be disclosed when home is sold either.
Friend of mine had toxic levels, took months to figure out why their kid was constantly sick, having blood shot eyes, would even faint at times. House was professionally treated and they've sold it, cut their losses and moved on. This was in SE Louisiana. Can't confirm because my construction knowledge is limited, but they seem to think it was a result of a negligent contractor, something wasn't done right in regards to the slab and the immediate steps afterwords. Get mold remedy professionally done and get out. You'll never feel right in the place. Good luck.
Friend of mine had toxic levels, took months to figure out why their kid was constantly sick, having blood shot eyes, would even faint at times. House was professionally treated and they've sold it, cut their losses and moved on. This was in SE Louisiana. Can't confirm because my construction knowledge is limited, but they seem to think it was a result of a negligent contractor, something wasn't done right in regards to the slab and the immediate steps afterwords. Get mold remedy professionally done and get out. You'll never feel right in the place. Good luck.
Posted on 8/13/17 at 7:15 pm to Shutthefrontdoor
Yes, they live in Denver. They bought an older home (probably built in the 1940's) with a basement. But, she thinks it was a cumulative process resulting from living in lots of old homes, apartments in her college life and early adult life after college. She was lucky to find this Doctor in Boulder; although, he isn't certified in this protocol, he follows something called the "Shoemaker" protocol for treating mold toxicity. Google it. Best of luck to you. Hopefully, you can find someone. Your first step, however, is probably to get out of where you are if you even think it has mold.
Posted on 8/13/17 at 7:18 pm to Shutthefrontdoor
Clean everything with bleach. Clothes,blankets etc.
Black Mold spores will be evywhere. Symptoms will basically will think your Allergies are acting up. "lots of drainage in the Sinuses and shite"
Black Mold spores will be evywhere. Symptoms will basically will think your Allergies are acting up. "lots of drainage in the Sinuses and shite"
Posted on 8/13/17 at 7:28 pm to Shutthefrontdoor
Not in my home, but I took care of a patient in home health who was affected pretty badly.
Posted on 8/13/17 at 8:18 pm to bigwheel
quote:
Worked flood claims in Kitrina & Rita had the Katrins hack for a couple of years after
I have a neighbor that did that after Katrina. After almost being shot in the hood, he bailed out on it.
Posted on 8/13/17 at 8:51 pm to Shutthefrontdoor
Rule 1 - get rid of water source
Rule 2 - get rid of mold contaminated materials
Active mold generates spores and emits low level VOCs. Most are not adversely affected by it. Some are though and immunocompromised and children can be as well. Dead mold if not removed can be an allergen.
Also, stochybotrys growth can be black or another color. The color depends on the substrate it feeds off of.
Rule 2 - get rid of mold contaminated materials
Active mold generates spores and emits low level VOCs. Most are not adversely affected by it. Some are though and immunocompromised and children can be as well. Dead mold if not removed can be an allergen.
Also, stochybotrys growth can be black or another color. The color depends on the substrate it feeds off of.
This post was edited on 8/13/17 at 8:53 pm
Posted on 8/13/17 at 8:52 pm to Shutthefrontdoor
"Toxic black mold" is not a scientific term. It's a legal term made up by attorneys. Stachybotrys is commonly black, yes, but so is hundreds of other types of mold spores. The only way to confirm which type is through analysis, not by looking at the color; however no one type is more dangerous than another. Mold is an allergen, like pollen or ragweed. If you're allergic to it, it can certainly be harmful, but people aren't more allergic to Stachybotrys. The only validity to Stachybotrys being more harmful is that it takes longer than most other spores to congregate and become visible, meaning the moisture source has been there and gone unnoticed longer.
Posted on 8/13/17 at 8:56 pm to paladine36
Never try to clean mold with Bleach. Bleach is mostly water which is what mold needs to grow. It may kill surface mold, but will assist with growth inside the substrate. Instead, use an approved antibicrobial. You can pick them up from any hardware store.
Posted on 8/13/17 at 8:58 pm to HES
You are living in a rental, and are seeking compensation from damages from mold?
Posted on 8/13/17 at 9:06 pm to Shutthefrontdoor
The house we just moved into reeks like the crawl space. Could it be mold?
I've been thinking about making a thread on this lately. We didn't notice the smell when we visited but definitely notice it now. There's a tarp on the dirt down there but not all of it is covered. It's kind of hard for me to get to the corners. The door is busted as well and cannot close. Landlord is an a-hole and won't fix shite, so I plan on replacing the door on Tuesday. HVAC blower is down there as well. June 2018 can't get here soon enough.
I've been thinking about making a thread on this lately. We didn't notice the smell when we visited but definitely notice it now. There's a tarp on the dirt down there but not all of it is covered. It's kind of hard for me to get to the corners. The door is busted as well and cannot close. Landlord is an a-hole and won't fix shite, so I plan on replacing the door on Tuesday. HVAC blower is down there as well. June 2018 can't get here soon enough.
This post was edited on 8/13/17 at 9:07 pm
Posted on 8/13/17 at 9:43 pm to Rust Cohle
I am asking if anyone has been through this or knows someone who has. If I have to throw my belongings away due to mold spores then yes, I want compensation. It takes years for this type of mold grow. I haven't lived here long
Posted on 8/13/17 at 10:29 pm to Shutthefrontdoor
Here in Jackson, the City has shut down 2 libraries in the past week b/c of black mold. The chief librarian now has asthma and can no longer work at the Central Library.
Check out stories on the clarion ledger/WLBT/WAPT/WJTV or call the library and talk to someone. They are glad to discuss.
The City is moving the 2 libraries to a closed down college.
Check out stories on the clarion ledger/WLBT/WAPT/WJTV or call the library and talk to someone. They are glad to discuss.
The City is moving the 2 libraries to a closed down college.
Posted on 8/14/17 at 6:27 pm to Shutthefrontdoor
Tenant laws are different in different areas, and it might come down to your lease. Some leases state that it's up to the tenant to inspect the apartment for dwelling. Some areas say that it's the responsibility of the tenant to purchase the mold test, and then the owner for any reimbursements from damages. You'll go through a lot to prove the damages. If your not sick, I don't think you have a case. A mold test will cost you 3-500 dollars, and if it comes back with higher readings inside than outside, that is still not definitive answer making the owner responsible. Only five states have indoor air quality requirements, and I guess it all comes down to the details and what the judge thinks. Insurance policies usually do not cover mold. So a lawyer might not be that interested in taking the case if they don't think there's a large sum of money behind it. Maybe something for small claims court.
Posted on 8/14/17 at 7:53 pm to Rust Cohle
I've paid for a specialist to come in. Results were extremely high and they recommended for a "remediation" of the entire home. Do I throw away my belongings? Do I not? Nobody knows the person in BR that went through this a few years ago? Think she lived in Southdowns or Pollard area. Someone has to know this story unless it's just bullshite
Posted on 8/14/17 at 9:28 pm to Shutthefrontdoor
What company was it? I wouldn't trust anybody who did the testing, and remediation. I would recommend only using an industrial hygienist. LINK /
What are they considering high? How are they recommending you mediate?
I have asked a few times over the last year about if anyone has had any mold problems from the flood, and I have not gotten any examples.
What are they considering high? How are they recommending you mediate?
I have asked a few times over the last year about if anyone has had any mold problems from the flood, and I have not gotten any examples.
This post was edited on 8/14/17 at 9:30 pm
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