Basement Mold Removal
Basement mold removal is necessary. Basements are usually not heated, except for the furnace. Therefore, potential for moisture in a basement is great. View our post on basement condensation. Moisture is a breeding grounds for the growth of mold and mildew.
Mold destroys the contents of a basement. Wood, tiles, wallpaper, carpet, insulation, and the contents stored in the basement are affected. Control the level of moisture and humidity in your basement and prevent the growth of mold. So, what must be done to eliminate mold growth?
Lack of a basement waterproofing system is the biggest contributing factor for basement mold growth. Once mold spores begin growing, they continue to grow until the source of the moisture is eliminated. Most of all, basement mold growth is prevented by having moisture control products in place.
Mold removal is vital for keeping any basement safe for your family. In conclusion, know the steps needed to eliminate mold.
Steps To Removing Basement Mold
SKV Construction offers assistance in identifying the source of the mold. We provide direction for basement mold removal. Contact Us for a no obligation proposal.
In some cases the homeowner wishes to remove the mold. Hence, it is incumbent upon the homeowner to know the safety issues involved. The homeowner must have the proper equipment, and use a safe mold removal product.
Listed below are the basic steps for removing mold from your basement. Make any concrete repairs, foundation crack repairs, and water leakage repairs before proceeding with mold removal.
- Identify the mold. Mold is usually black, white, and has blueish patches.
- Identify and prepare areas where mold exists.
- Scrub the mold with a safe mold removal product following the manufacturer's instructions. Do not use bleach.
- Cleanup, rinse, and repeat the scrubbing until all mold is removed.
- Dry the areas scrubbed for at least 3 days . The dry time is dependent on the degree of moisture, temperature, and humidity in your basement.
- Install a dehumidifier, fan, or circulate air from the furnace fan to help dry out the area.
- Seal the areas scrubbed with a stain blocking primer.
- Paint or finish as desired.