If the occupant or the owner of the building is available, ask the following 10 questions:
1) Are you aware of any active water penetration/intrusion in the building?
2) Have there ever been any prior experiences with moisture or water problems in the
building?
3) Are there any active plumbing leaks?
4) Have there been any plumbing leaks that have been repaired?
5) Are there any areas of the building that have a musty odor?
6) Are you aware of any apparent mold growth (or mold) in the building?
7) Has the property ever been inspected or tested for mold growth (or mold)?
8) Are any of the building’s occupants currently experiencing or ever experienced their
health affected by asthma, allergies, breathing problems, or mold growth (or mold
exposure)?
9) Are any of the building’s occupants under a physician’s care for significant health
effects attributed to mold exposure?
10) Is there any litigation in progress or being considered in relation to mold in the building?