Can I ask my landlord to have my new

Can I ask my landlord to have my new apartment's air quality tested before I move in?

Moradia há 1mês 6 answers • Andrea Mancini

I'm moving into a brand new apartment in West Hollywood on October 17th, and when I toured it, it smelled a bit chemically and like fresh paint. I'm worried about off-gassing and VOCs/air quality, and I'd like to have it tested and purified before I move in. I've already signed the lease, but I don't want to give my landlord the wrong impression.

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Jasmine Patel • há 1mês

You have the right to do what makes you feel healthy, but it's not a common issue for landlords. I think it's probably just fresh paint and cleaning supplies, which aren't ideal to breathe in. However, they're unlikely to cause any serious harm. It seems like you're overthinking this, and it might be a good idea to discuss your concerns with a therapist.

stefan_losang • há 1mês

The smells will dissipate within a few days and weeks. It's a good idea to get a small air purifier and air out the new place when you move in. The exposure levels from a newly painted apartment are relatively low and not much different from normal exposure. Unless you have a reason to believe there's something toxic, hiring a company to test the air is unnecessary.

Hannah • há 1mês

Air filters aren't very effective at removing volatile organic compounds (VOCs). A better approach is to simply open the windows and let in fresh air. You don't need to hire a company to do this for you.

Caleb H • há 1mês

You're being a bit paranoid, but that's okay. You've already signed the lease. The landlord might not be willing to accommodate your request, so it's best to just move forward.

Andrea Mancini OP • há 1mês

You could try asking the landlord if you can visit the apartment before moving in and open the windows to let in some fresh air. This way, you can get a head start on airing out the space.

stefan_losang • há 1mês

Keep in mind that opening the windows might just blow in more dust, dirt, and potential VOCs. Since you're not moving in for another two weeks, there's plenty of time for the new paint to off-gas and dissipate. Additionally, the space will change significantly once you bring in your own belongings, which could potentially introduce more pollutants than the new paint. It's not something to worry about excessively.

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