Identifying a former grow op! Grow ops often require extensive cleanup and repair. It is possible that these repairs were never made and the real damage is hidden. Noticeable signs that you may be dealing with a former grow op include:

• Mould in corners where the walls and ceilings meet.
• Signs of roof vents.
• Painted concrete floors in the basement, with circular marks of where pots once were
• Evidence of tampering with the electric meter( damaged or broken seals) or the ground around it.
• Unusual or modified wiring on the exterior of the house.
• Brownish stains around the soffit that bleeds down along the siding.
• Concrete masonry patches, or alteration on the inside of the garage.
• Patterns of screw holes on the walls.
• Alteration of fireplaces.
• Denting on front door ( from police ramming the door).

If the home has been raided by the police, depending on the municipality, the owner of the property may incurr costs to have the damage repaired in order to receive a re-issued occupancy permit for the home. It is always buyer beware, and it would be advisable to have a home inspection, and visit the city hall to make inquiries on the property.