"Fifty percent of homes today have a mold problem. A Mayo clinic study links nearly 100% of chronic sinus infections and dramatic increases in asthma cases to mold." Mold studies by the EPA and the CDC are making mold detection, mold removal and toxic black mold a high priority for builders and homeowners. Source: USA Weekend, Dec. 3-5, 1999

Mold, mildew and fungus are one of the fastest growing concerns in the industry today. Moldy wood used in construction has the potential to cause mold health problems. Moisture intrusion and high humidity levels can turn dormant mold into active mold growth causing indoor air quality and mold health problems.

$13 million from lumberyard brings CA mold settlement to $22.6 million

Los Angeles, CA a family agreed to a $13 million settlement from a lumber company to complete a $22.6 million settlement with their home's contractors and suppliers over mold exposure. One family member suffered from brain lesions and cysts while others complained of numerous health problems including cognitive difficulties.

They became sick because of mold on framing studs that had been improperly stored by the lumber company. Their attorney said, "We hope this settlement sends a signal to lumber yards nationwide to treat mold growth issues seriously”.

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Multimillion-dollar legal awards and exploding consumer concern have caught the residential construction industry's attention. "Mold is one of the most important issues home builders face," said Bruce Smith, a California homebuilder. "The potential costs to builders are huge."

"It's the current media rage and legal rage," says attorney Patrick Perrone. "Lawsuits are being filed from California to Florida, and all the way up to Maine. If you are a builder you can't ignore this."

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Mold is an insurance nightmare

Stories about toxic mold and fungus like Stachybotrys, Aspergillus and Penicillium that produce toxic substances are becoming more common. Some insurance experts say the problem threatens to become as serious financially as asbestos has been.

In Texas alone, insurers paid $1.2 billion in mold claims last year. One family in won a $32 million judgment against their homeowner insurance company for mold-related damages to their house. Insurers say average bills for most mold claims run from $30,000 to $50,000.

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