Homeowners can identify mold in their home in the following ways:nn- Musty scent similar to rotting leaves in an infected arean- A soft, fuzzy patch or stain of an unknown origin on your wall, ceiling, or floorn- Physical symptoms like a sore throat, coughing, sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, itchiness, asthma, etc.n- A moldy odor when your AC system kicks on