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Tenants in Mold Infested Housing Fear for Their Lives

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Tenants in the Bronx have filed suit against NYCHA, New York City’s public housing authority, after mold and fungus issues have been left to linger. The agency had settled previous complaints in 2013 with a new system for handling mold problems in a timely manner — but tenants say no real solution has ever come.

The lawsuit says housing conditions at Castle Hill Houses put tenants’ “life, health, or safety,” at risk. That’s no exaggeration. Mold and fungus pose significant health risks for tenants with asthma or other respiratory conditions. Anyone can develop breathing problems, infections, or even cancer after prolonged exposure to mold.

Building management blames budget cuts and old infrastructure for the problem, but that serves as little excuse to the tenants who have been reporting mold problems for months or years without an answer. Modern mold removal treatments exist that could have wiped out the building’s mold and fungus problem completely while preventing reoccurrence.

A Lasting Answer to Household Mold

When NYCHA has made mold repairs, the problem has returned. About 80% of tenants with mold issues say that previous efforts to curb the problem have been unsuccessful in the long run.

One solution for recurring mold and fungus problems: Stern’s MoldExterm system. Instead of simply killing the mold, MoldExterm applies a special polymer seal after cleaning. The seal prevents mold from regrowing, effectively blocking the underlying problem from developing more mold in the future.

The sickening health effects of mold make this problem one that landlords should never ignore. If anyone discovers mold in your building, management can take action by calling Stern Mold for advanced mold treatment and prevention.

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The Dilemma of Mold in Public Housing in NYC

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Mold In Public Housing

Mold In Public Housing

Mold can cause mild to severe health issues, especially for children and adults with asthma or other respiratory conditions. Prompt removal is important, but it doesn’t always happen. In some cases, tenants have had to turn to the law for help.

Tenants in Manhattan have been waiting to have black mold in public housing removed for more than a year. This mold problem has caused ongoing health issues for some of the tenants, including several children.

Recently, these tenants have asked for help from a judge, claiming that New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act. In Dec. 2013, NYCHA vowed to get rid of the mold in these buildings, but the organization has not taken any steps toward that.

Tenants who have had to continue dealing with health problems due to mold are hoping that the judge will be able to force NYCHA to comply. They’re also asking to have someone officially oversee NYCHA’s day-to-day progress on having the mold removed.

This case is an important reminder of how important it is to have mold treatment done sooner rather than later. The mold in these Manhattan buildings has been able to spread and cause ongoing health problems because it wasn’t dealt with early enough. Whether you’re concerned about mold in public housing, a commercial building or a residential property, finding a dependable mold treatment company to get rid of it as soon as possible is crucial to avoid putting tenants or occupants at risk.

If you have a mold problem in your building, contact Stern Mold for safe, reliable treatment.

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Landlord Takes a Black Eye on Mold Problems

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Tenant Blames Landlord For Mold Growth

Tenant Blames Landlord For Mold Growth

A Dayton, OH woman blames her landlord for the mysterious health problems that have been plaguing her for the last year. She attributes a mold infestation in her apartment as the cause of her chest and joint pains.

Trouble began in spring 2014 when Linda McCleskey moved into her current apartment and discovered water leaks, a situation she says also occurred in another apartment she rented in the same building. McCleskey reported the damage, but began suffering from unexplained pain.

This past March, McCleskey’s daughter Latricia Newberry was visiting when she dropped an item behind a nightstand. Upon pulling it away from the wall, she discovered an extensive mold infestation. Newberry immediately notified the building manager and drove her mother to the emergency room.

A mold treatment specialist, accompanied by the news crew from a local TV station, visited the apartment with a moisture meter to locate sources of water and identify mold. While he was able to confirm that the substance Newberry discovered was indeed mold, lab testing is required to determine if it is toxic black mold.

In the meantime, McCleskey’s physician at Five Rivers Health Center has recommended that she undergo a lung biopsy. He has also written a letter confirming that she must find a new residence due to the detrimental effect of the mold. McCleskey claims that the landlord is refusing to return her rental deposit.

If you suspect mold in your home or business, don’t wait until it becomes a bigger problem. Our eco-friendly mold treatment program provides safe and effective removal with minimum disruption to you and your family or employees. Contact us to schedule a free inspection.

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How Will Kourtney Kardashian Treat Her Mold?

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Do you have a home in need of NJ mold treatment? This equal-opportunity problem makes no distinction for neighborhood or income level. Reality star Kourtney Kardashian learned this lesson the hard way when she discovered an infestation in her newly-purchased mansion.

Last summer Kardashian and her boyfriend Scott Disick bought an $8.5 million estate in Calabasas, a wealthy community that is home to a number of celebrities. While the couple was on the other coast in the Hamptons filming their series Keeping Up with the Kardashians, a decorator hired to supervise renovations discovered mold during the installation of new fixtures.

At the time Kardashian and Disick were already parents to four-year-old Mason and two-year-old Penelope, and Kourtney was pregnant with their third child. When the family returned from the Hamptons they determined it was too dangerous to enter the home and they moved into luxury hotel Montage Beverly Hills.

Kardashian accused the home’s former owner, TV personality and former NFL star Keyshawn Johnson, of using a last-minute paint job to hide the mold in the master bedroom. For his part, Johnson denies that any cover-up took place. He says that a pipe did burst, but it occurred after the sale. The house had also been the site of a rat infestation that was documented on the family’s TV show.

If you have received an unpleasant surprise with the discovery of mold in your home, you don’t have to face it alone. Our skilled technicians provide safe and effective NJ mold treatment with our proprietary MoldExterm system. Visit our website to learn why our technique is more thorough and less intrusive than traditional mold remediation.

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Will Mold Ruin Your Dream Home Plans Like It Did for This Couple?

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If you’re considering buying a home, one of the things to know before signing on the dotted line is if the home will pass inspection especially when it comes to mold.

In the case of a Carmel couple, the signs of mold were not detected until one day after closing. What an unpleasant surprise for the new homeowners.

It is a homeowners nightmare to come face to face with mold in the home. The reason, simply put, mold is unhealthy to breath. Mold spores can lead to allergies, eye irritations, asthma, and more.

With help from the NYC mold treatment specialists at Stern Mold, we’ll inspect your home for mold and let you know how we’ll treat issues with our MoldExterm system.

Just a few of the places to visually check out in your home include the area just inside the front and back door. Rain water can seep under the door creating a damp area rife with mold. Windows that aren’t properly sealed are another area where water can infiltrate and become a breeding ground.

Keep a close eye on pipes under kitchen and bathroom sinks for leaks. A slow drip can cause a lot of damage.

Provide enough space between furniture and walls for good ventilation. No air flow means trapped humidity that ultimately can lead to moldy encounters.

If you’re experiencing any of the health symptoms mentioned or encountering the “musty moldy smell,” there’s a good chance spores are present.

When you need answers to moldy questions, the NYC mold treatment professionals at Stern are a phone call away. Contact our office and let us schedule a free inspection at your earliest convenience.

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