I had a home built 3-1/2 years ago on a concrete slab. To date, my hardwoods are discoloring and look as if they are 25 years old vs 3-1/2. The concrete slab area where I have carpet layed has mold spots and is very cold to the touch (temp outside is around 85-92 degrees fahrenheit) My dogs are becoming attracted to the mold/moisture problem and have begun urinating or marking the spots which is causing more problems. I have a 10 year structure warranty on my home. The builder is claiming that the problem is due to pet urination only and has never heard of pets marking areas of a concrete slab that present issues. I need new flooring due to the pet problem; however flooring contractors tell me I need to address the foundation issue prior to changing out th current flooring (carpet and hardwood that it pre finished. What questions should I ask the contractor about the pouring of the concrete slab (on a day which it was raining) and the fact that when I have pulled up the carpet and floor matting there appears to be no application of sub board of any type or any vapor barrier present. Just plain old concrete. Should I pay to have the calcium chloride test performed? Whom should I contact. Lost and getting the run around...I have more photos; however it will only allow me to upload one at a time

taping a 2' x 2' piece of plastic down to the floor & 'see' what moisture collects in 24hrs,,, we've successfully solved this problem by installing acid-stained floors,,, but that's a personal design issue,,, as a plus, they're 'pet'proof' :-)