Peeling Paint / Loose floor tiles
Sign that the wall has taken moisture inside, as paint will not stick to a wet surface. Floor tiles lift due to
water leakage.
Rust on Appliances or Fixtures
Look for rust on bottoms of furnaces, water heaters, support posts and other metal appliances / fixtures.
Warped Paneling
Moisture will cause paneling to bow and discolor, commonly at the bottom portion of the paneling.
Water Marks on Floor / Walls
This is evidence that water seepage has occurred in the past. Look for staining of the concrete floor starting
at the wall. There also may be water stains in cracks (floor / walls).
Dry Rot
Dark brown/black fungus. Grows on walls and other surfaces. Grows mostly on wooden surfaces (paneling, partitions,
old wood floors, steps, windows) causing wood to decay.
