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Mold, Radon, Lead & Other Health Concerns

It's important for today's home buyers and sellers to understand important facts and disclosures regarding mold, mildew, radon gas, lead paint, asbestos and other similar topics. Get the facts about environmental hazards before you buy or sell a house.
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Lead-Based Paint Facts and Disclosures
Since lead paint is a potential health risk, federal regulations require that sellers provide lead-based paint disclosures to home buyers who are purchasing a home built before 1978. Here are some facts about lead based paints.
Radon Gas Basics - Testing for and Reducing Levels of Radon
Radon is a colorless, odorless, tasteless radioactive gas that can seep into your home. Find out how to test for radon and learn what you can do to reduce levels of this carcinogenic gas. Test radon levels before buying a home.
Toxic Mold - Molds in Your Home
Molds are a hot topic in the home buying community, especially Stachybotrys chartarum, sometimes called toxic black mold. Find out what steps you should take to detect and kill mold--then keep it from returning.

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