How to Get Rid of Mold
Do you have a mold infestation within your home? If so, you’re probably feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what to do next. Not a lot of homeowners have experience dealing with mold growth, which can make the prospect quite intimidating. And it’s important that you take action as soon as possible, since mold can cause a number of issues for your home and your family. For instance, because mold eats away at wood, fabric, and other organic materials, it can cause structural damage and lead to collapsing ceilings, floors, and walls. And if you or your family members are sensitive to mold, you could begin experiencing headaches, coughing, wheezing, nausea, and a number of other health problems.
So, what can you do to get rid of mold? The answer will depend on the size of the mold infestation:
Mold Infestations Smaller Than 10 Square Feet
In many instances, homeowners can take care of small mold infestations by themselves. If mold is growing on a hard surface, like bathroom tile, you should be able to scrub it off using a mold-killing cleanser, undiluted white vinegar, a bleach solution, or an ammonia solution (be sure not to mix ammonia and bleach, since doing so will create dangerous fumes). If mold is growing on a porous surface, like drywall or ceiling tile, you’ll likely want to avoid using harsh cleansers, since they could irreversibly damage the surface. Instead, try wiping the mold off with just a cloth. In the event that you’re unable to remove all of the mold from a porous surface, you may need to completely replace the infested area.
Mold Infestations Larger Than 10 Square Feet
If the mold infestation in your home is larger than 10 square feet, you might need to call in a professional mold remediation company (you may also want to consider hiring a professional for smaller infestations if you or your family are particularly sensitive to mold, or if you’re having trouble determining the source of the mold growth). Removing large mold infestations is an extensive process that often requires the use of heavy-duty chemicals and commercial-grade tools, such as an industrial HEPA vacuum. A professional mold remediator will have ready access to this type of equipment, as well as the training and experience needed to ensure an effective removal.
Basement Waterproofing Services for Northeast Wisconsin Homeowners
Once you’ve gotten rid of the mold in your home, you’ll surely want to take whatever steps are necessary to prevent the same problem from occurring again in the future. One of the best ways to accomplish this is waterproofing your basement, since moisture within the basement is a common cause of mold infestations.
Fortunately, if you own a home in the Northeast Wisconsin area, you can turn to ABT Foundation Solutions, Inc., for first-rate basement waterproofing services. We employ a wide array of basement waterproofing techniques—including water channels, crack solutions, dehumidifiers, and sump pump systems—and our knowledgeable team will recommend a plan of action that’s tailored to your specific needs.
Contact ABT Foundation Solutions, Inc., today to schedule a complimentary in-home consultation.