When moisture gets trapped behind the stucco, it’s usually not obvious until it has progressed to the point of severe damage. The trapped moisture causes many problems behind the stucco. One problem, referred to as “stucco tears,” results in discoloration of the stucco beneath windows. Another type of damage caused by this trapped moisture is the formation of mold & mildew. The mold & mildew can escalate into an infestation of
BLACK MOLD
.
While most of the wall rot damage is hidden from the eye, there are tell-tale signs that you can look for, such as “stucco tears” and other areas of discoloration. Look for brown streaks around windows and at the intersections of walls and roofs. Inside the house you can check for wet carpet at the baseboard and be aware of a moldy, musty smell.
