Where does mold come from? Do you risk “taking it with you” when moving from a moldy apartment to a not moldy one?

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Where does mold come from? Do you risk “taking it with you” when moving from a moldy apartment to a not moldy one?

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Answer 1

100% anecdotal, but a neighbor of mine had a minor mold problem in their home, like low enough to not cause problems for healthy people or to be of any concern. But the wife had Lyme disease and it increased her symptoms. They had to move and leave EVERYTHING behind. Just straight up moved out, hired a realtor and an estate sale company to recoup any money possible. So yes, it can go with you