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Mold and Environmental
Problems
Introduction
Buildings can be aected by a variety of environmental problems and maladies. ese
problems are not restricted to residential structures, oce buildings, commercial build-
ings, or industrial facilities. ey tend to aect all structures to some degree. Certain types
of problems aect some types of structures more than others. ese environmental prob-
lems could be produced by inadequate design or construction, improper materials, build-
ing age, inltration of hazardous materials, or naturally occurring phenomenon, health
issues, and improper use of the facility. e quality of indoor air has been a ...