Comments on: Black Mold, all-u-can-eat bacon & Condescending Lies

By: Steph @ Problem Solvin Mom

Steph @ Problem Solvin Mom — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:16:08 +0000

Oh hon, I’m so sorry that you and the fam are having to go through this! Hope everyone stays healthy, and it definitely seems like your management company isn’t very trustworthy…I hope you can find a different place to move into.
Praying for you!
XOXO,
Steph

By: pixie

*pixie* — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:14:30 +0000

Fussy, that’s terrible! I hope every one is alright and things work out soon.

By: amy mckay

amy mckay — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 22:11:02 +0000

oh fussy! i’m in agreement with the others – do NOT move back in to that house! black mold is a bad enemy to have! hope you and the kiddos all stay healthy and hearty.
ps – bacon will definitely help make it a little better

By: Adrienne

Adrienne — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 22:09:16 +0000

DO NOT MOVE BACK IN THAT HOUSE AND KISS YOUR STUFF GOODBYE!
I kid you not! My son ended up spending many nights hospitalized and in grve danger because of black mold. Luckily we caught it and contained it but had to remove an entire outside wall of the house. There are TONS of laws governing how it is to be treated, and is no joking matter. Spores can get anywhere and it is not something that can just be “washed” out.
I know you are getting lots of advice and I certainly you take advantge of the legal advice you will need it.
Kisses to you all, and if the kids get to be too much just ship a couple of ‘em out here to California.

By: Anissa@Hope4Peyton

Anissa@Hope4Peyton — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 20:53:49 +0000

Oh my gosh, consider taking your kids to an ENT and just make sure they don’t have any fungal spores in their noses or anything. REALLY, not to be super chicken little on you, but you should be aware of whether or not they have any spores growing in their nasal cavities. Normal immune systems can handle average exposure, but longer term, constant exposure is a HUGE danger.

By: Heather

Heather — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 20:29:38 +0000

What a nightmare! Keep fighting for yourself and your kids. Don’t move back in, even if they claim it’s clean, especially with your baby! My aunt who dealt with black mold ended up abandoning all of her belongings rather than risking bringing the spores with her to her new house. The only thing she kept was photo albums. Hang in there.

By: Sam

Sam — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 19:51:21 +0000

You need to insist on “clearance testing” when this hack contractor is through spreading mold all over your apartment. Find a professional mold assessment company that DOESN’T do repairs/remediation. Hammer your landlord/PM until they agree to have your place tested. I guarantee if it’s tested they’ll find it’s loaded with spores. Then they’ll either clean it up again, or hand you your lease back. Good luck and hang in there and do not take “no” for an answer on this.

By: Poppy Buxom

Poppy Buxom — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 18:20:39 +0000

You poor things!
I agree with everyone who has said to get the health department involved before you move back in. If it were me, I’d call the health department and find out what the proper procedure is for removing the mold and for ensuring the mold is removed before you move back in–if you chose to move back in at all.
In the mean time, you have plenty of evidence that the house is uninhabitable, which should get you out of your lease. I’d be looking for another place to live–a place that doesn’t show signs of water damage.
http://snurl.com/3qap4 [www_comphomeinspection_com]
http://snurl.com/3qapc [www_boultcummings_com]
I wish you and your family peace and blessings as you get through this crazy stressful time. Good luck, and don’t let anyone condescend to you or try to minimize the problem!

By: Jackie W transplanted Okie (Buried in Legos)

Jackie W transplanted Okie (Buried in Legos) — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 18:14:06 +0000

Don’t risk 7 healths. Find another place to live.

By: Angela

Angela — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 16:39:08 +0000

Okay, I’m with others on this – mold does indeed form from spores, which can’t possibly all be removed from the property, no matter who fixes it and no matter what they say. It could be forming in places it’s just not visible yet. PLEASE do not move your family back into that house, ever. You should have legal grounds, under your lease documents, to terminate the lease and move on.
And I am SOOOO sorry you guys have so much to deal with right now. You are my hero for even blogging at ALL right now, so don’t you worry about us! We’ll still be here in readerland when you get things settled. You focus on your family and littlest one and YOU right now.