By Tess Wilson
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Q: Hello! I have severe mold allergies and recently moved to the Pacific Northwest. I was careful to check for signs of dampness when we were house hunting—and even turned down a great place because of a hint of mustiness in the back bedroom—but, after a year of various illnesses, and despite air purifiers and dehumidifiers, I just tested my home and mold was detected. My question is this: How can we, as renters, ensure that our next place is not (or is less) moldy? Unlike homebuyers, we can’t request extensive testing, especially in a competitive rental market. I’m longing for some Ghostbusters-style walk-through “mold meter,” but am not sure such a thing exists…
