Remediation

WHEN EXPOSED...

1. Document Everything

When you notice mold bring the problem to the attention of your landlord. Document the date, and what they told you to do. Take pictures and date them. This way you have a base of evidence if needed later.

2.  Clean up

On hard surfaces clean with a mixed bleach solution of 1 cup laundry bleach with 1 gallon of water. No matter what kind of mold is present you should remove it!  Remember to document after you’ve cleaned, with pictures and dates.

3. Control the humidity

Make sure you are using the fan when you’re showering, or buy a dehumidifier for your house. This is important so that it doesn’t grow back and continue to bother you!

4. If the problem comes back, Call your landlord again

Don’t be afraid of your complaints leading to an eviction, landlords cannot in North Carolina evict for “retaliation”. They are required to find where the problem is coming from, or if you have to find it you qualify for some form rent abatement. But don’t stop paying rent! This is grounds for eviction. Do not fix complex mold problems without and understanding with your landlord. Make sure if you are going to the doctor for allergy like symptoms or upper respiratory issues you also keep documentation of that. This could be from mold exposure.

1. Facts about Mold and Dampness. (2014, June 17). Retrieved April 22, 2017, from https://www.cdc.gov/mold/dampness_facts.htm
2.  WHO Guidelines for Indoor Air Quality. (2009) Retrieved April 22, 2017 from: http://www.euro.who.int/__data/assets/pdf_file/0017/43325/E92645.pdf
3. Portman, J. Mold in Rentals: Landlord Liability, Responsibility and Prevention. Retrieved April 22, 2017 from : http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/mold-rentals-landlord-liability-responsibility-prevention-30230.html.