The Importance Of Getting Rid Of Mold In Crawl Spaces
It’s never a good thing when you start to notice unpleasant odors in your home. It could be that the science experiment going on in your fridge has gotten seriously out of hand. It’s also a possibility that the problem is more serious and has actually begun under your house. Crawl spaces are traditionally breeding grounds for moisture problems. In case you were wondering moisture problems often result in mold. Getting rid of mold in crawl spaces is definitely a job for the professionals. Here is a look at what you can expect from the process.
The problem with not getting rid of mold in crawl spaces as soon as possible will show up quickly. Mold likes to spread. You could easily end up with the stuff on your sub floor joists. Eventually it will make its way up to the surface of the house’s internal floors. Not only will it be unsightly and expensive to repair at that point, the smell will only continue to get worse.Â
Getting Rid Of Mold In Crawl Spaces
You will find it’s a whole lot easier to have a professional remove the mold as opposed to a do it yourself project. The professional contractors have more experience with this type of thing and know when it has all been removed. If all of the mold isn’t cleared the first time, you can guarantee it will be back in less than a year even with liners and proper ventilation. At least this way you can be sure the odors will be gone and your foundation will be safe.
Ask your friends and family about recommendations for good crawl space repair and maintenance companies. Considering this is something that should be checked twice a year, it’s important to find a company or person you feel comfortable having around your home on a regular basis.Â
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August 12th, 2008 at 10:19 am
Yes, mold can be quite insidious. A recent remodel I performed had mold issues from moisture in the crawl space, and it required more than just remediation & encapsulation. I also needed to redirect the drainage to prevent moisture from pooling under the house, and I installed an intermittent fan system in the crawl space as added insurance that it would remain dry thru proper ventilation.
Although I like to perform or manage most of my own projects, this was definitely a job we gave to a firm that specializes in mold work. One caution, however: You’ll find all sorts of recommended solutions (including lining the whole crawl space with plastic), so be sure to talk to a variety of contractors and get references.