NH Couple May Sue Former Homeowner Over Mold and Other Problems

Seller covered up problems with paint, is being sued for not disclosing problems. Buyer's home inspector didn't uncover any of the problems. Repairs estimated at $80,000.

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NH Couple May Sue Former Homeowner Over Mold and Other Problems
by wcsh6.com

WAKEFIELD, N.H. (NEWS CENTER) -- A New Hampshire couple may take the former owners of their home to court after they discovered mold, water leaks and a faulty foundation.

Tasha and Chad Bennett moved into their rural home in May. During all the recent rain, water began leaking into the basement. Bennett then found rotting sideboards and support beams under layers of plastic and new insulation. Outside he found layers of mold under his vinyl siding.

The town building inspector says some of the plumbing, electrical work and the porches on the home are not up to code. Bennett says he didn't notice anything when he first looked at the home, thanks to a fresh coat of paint in the basement.

"This is all just mold, it started to grow back up the wall. He didn't take care of the problem, he just painted it and covered it up," said Bennett.

Bennett says a home inspection by HouseMaster in Rochester, New Hampshire didn't uncover any of the problems. The company says their inspectors do not check for mold, code violations or any hidden problems.
The couple is considering suing the former homeowner to help them pay for more than $80,000 in repairs that are needed to make their home liveable.

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