Re: healthy house tests/suggestions?

[Guest guest]

Hi Nikki,

I don't have all the answers for this, but one test you might want to have done

is a mold test. I would definitely have the carpet removed and replaced with

hardwood. If you're painting, look for VOC free, non-toxic paint. You should

also air out your house as much and as often as possible. Some house plants are

very good for cleaning the air. If you do a search on this forum for house

plants, it has been discussed here a few times.

I hope others can chime in.

Good luck!

Group Moderator

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> We are going to be moving & I want to make sure we conduct the proper tests to

make sure we're not buying a sick house. Does anybody have any recommendations?

The house we put an offer on has carpet & needs a new kitchen (it's half

gutted). We are going to do as many renovations as possible before we move in.

Does anybody have any suggestions? I've never done the proper research in the

past.

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> Thanks

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> Nikki

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[Guest guest]

This might sound obvious, but make sure you pay a professional to do a home

inspection. Have all gas lines, plumbing, furnace, A/C, gas appliances checked.

All of those things can harm your health if there are leaks. Also, if you are

going to be doing major remodeling, for example, tearing down walls, removing

plaster or drywall or scraping 'popcorn' from the ceiling, have the materials

tested for asbestos first. NEVER let an amateur remove materials that contain

asbestos. Hire a licensed contractor who is certified for asbestos removal. The

law is very strict on this because asbestos is so dangerous.

Josh

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> We are going to be moving & I want to make sure we conduct the proper tests to

make sure we're not buying a sick house. Does anybody have any recommendations?

The house we put an offer on has carpet & needs a new kitchen (it's half

gutted). We are going to do as many renovations as possible before we move in.

Does anybody have any suggestions? I've never done the proper research in the

past.

>

> Thanks

>

> Nikki

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