How To Look At A House

McGarry and Madsen's home inspection blog for buyers of  

site-built, mobile/manufactured and modular homes

MOISTURE PROBLEMS

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Moisture from Florida’s hot, humid, and wet outdoor environment can cause big problems in a house if not controlled. Here’s links to some of our articles about it. Also see the WATER INTRUSION page listings. 

Why do new homes have more moisture and mold problems than older houses?

What causes raised white lines of residue on a block wall that are crusty and crumbling? 

What are the common problems when a homeowner converts a garage to conditioned living space, such as a family room? 

• What is a water trap at the exterior walls of a house?

Where are the most common places to find wood rot on a house?

How much ventilation is required for the under-floor crawl space of a home? 

What causes the surface of old bricks to erode away into sandy powder? 

There's cracks running along the home's concrete tie beam. What's wrong? 

What would cause long horizontal lines of brick mortar to fall out?

What does freeze damaged brick look like?

What is Z flashing?

 Why is stucco that goes into the ground a problem at a wood frame house?

• What are the signs of stucco wall leaks? 

• How is water getting into the outside walls of my home? 

• Is Hardie fiber-cement siding waterproof? 

Why is my stucco cracking? 

• Is mold contagious? Can mold spread to my home if there is a nearby house with mold?

Should I buy a house with mold? 

What is the right humidity level in a mobile home?

Who can clean up mold found during a home inspection in Florida?

How do I look for and find mold in my mobile home? 

Does bleach kill mold? 

Why is there mold around the air conditioning vents? 

What can I do to prevent mold problems in my home?

How can I prevent mold in my Florida winter home when I'm gone for the summer? 

Should I use bleach to clean up mold?

Is white mold on wood in a crawl space dangerous? 

• Do home inspectors check for mold? 

Should I buy a house that has hurricane flood damage?

Should I buy a house with hurricane flood damage that has been repaired?


Water Heaters

Water Heater Age

"What Are The

Signs Of..."

Septic Tank Systems

Structure and Rooms

Plumbing Pipes

Termites, Wood Rot

& Pests

Sinkholes

Stairs

When It First

Became Code

"Should I Buy A..."

Park Model Homes

Site

Shingle Roofs

Safety

Stucco

Remodeling

Wind Mitigation

Roof and Attic

"Does A Home

Inspector...?"

Pool and Spa

"What Is The Difference Between..."

Radon

Brick

Plumbing

Concrete and

Concrete Block

Metal Roofs

Foundations

Modular Homes

Rain Gutters

Mold, Lead & Other Contaminants

Condominiums

Older and

Historic Houses

Crawl Spaces

Mobile-Manufactured Homes

Building Permits

Life Expectancy

Clay Soil

Insurance

Floors

Insulation

Toilets

Exterior Walls

& Structures

Generators

Common Problems

HUD-Code for

Mobile Homes

Garages and Carports

Flat (Low Slope) Roofs

Electrical Panels

Sprinkler Systems

Electrical Receptacle Outlets

4-Point Inspections

Hurricane Resistance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Home Inspection

Heating and Air Conditioning

Building Codes

Fireplaces and Chimneys

Inspector Licensing

& Standards

Energy Efficiency

Washers and Dryers

Electrical

Kitchens

Doors and Windows

(placeholder)

Cracks

Electrical Wiring

Click Below  

for Links

to Collections

of Blog Posts

by Subject

Plumbing Drains

and Traps

Appliances

Smoke & CO Alarms

Aging in Place

Top 5 results given instantly.

Click on magnifying glass

for all search results.

Bathrooms

Lighting

AFCI, CAFCI,

DFCI, & GFCI

Sinks

Air Conditioner & Furnace Age/Size

Attics

Electrical Switches

Siding

Search

This

Site

Water Intrusion

Electrical - Old

and Obsolete

(placeholder)

Foundation Certifications

Tiny Houses

About McGarry and Madsen

(placeholder)

Wells

Buying a home in North/Central Florida? Check our price for a  team inspection by two FL-licensed contractors and inspectors. Over 8,500 inspections completed in 20+ years. In a hurry? We will get it done for you.

Moisture Problems

Crawl Spaces

Bedrooms

Closets