Have your home tested for these substances. More buyers are requesting such tests, and may expect you, the seller, to correct the problem or offer a lower price to cover the cost of removing toxic substances. Lead A potentially lethal toxic metal that builds up slowly in the bloodstream, causing damage to the central nervous system, kidneys, circulation, muscles, joints, and hearing. You are not required to have your home inspected for lead before you sell or to remove any lead-based paint. Asbestos A mineral substance that insulates and resists fire.
Asbestos fibers are microscopic and can cause severe lung damage.
Disclose any known asbestos. If asbestos is loose or crumbling, it constitutes a health hazard and you may be required to remove the material before you can sell. Hire an expert to remove asbestos. Radon An odorless, invisible gas caused by the breakdown of uranium in the soil. Radon can cause lung cancer in concentrated amounts, and is primarily found in northern portion of the United States.