The professionals know how to get rid of mold and make it look so easy, don’t they? Here, they are using the Dry Ice Blasting method.
Filed under clean mold, remove mold by on Sep 8th, 2009. Comment. 
What would be some of the physical mold symptoms you would experience if your house had mold. I live in Florida and have had this terrible tickle and cough for 2 weeks and don’t know why.
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Some symptoms of mold would be: shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, being tired more easily than usual, and coughing material (sputum) out of your lungs. I recommend that you get your cough checked. I had one for a year and a half, now I have asthma in spite of moving.
To treat this, the normal way is to look at it as a chronic cough or asthma. You would likely be prescribed an inhaled steroid to reduce lung inflammation and possibly a bronchodilator like Albuterol/Salbutamol for chest tightness, coughing, or wheezing. Ending your exposure to mold is the best treatment.
Fixing the mold problem could be something minor like washing the surfaces in your home with diluted bleach or severe with major demolition and mold removal by professionals. Try to wear a mask when you know you will be exposed to mold. If you have a moldy bathroom, use another shower, if possible. Let the room dry out for a few weeks. Check the bathroom fan to make sure it is actually pulling air from the room to outside. Good ventilation in a room after cleaning it up can help reduce the amount of mold. Commercially available mold removal spray is useful for surface mold. In addition, paint with mold inhibiting chemicals in it can be a good option for repainted areas you know are prone to mold outbreaks.
When trying to isolate where the mold is, remember that mold needs wetness or dampness to grow. Bathrooms with poor ventilation, areas where the pipes are leaking, basements that need a sump pump or dehumidifier, and spots in the ceiling that are not insulated properly can encourage the growth of mold.
Filed under mold removal, remove mold by on Aug 5th, 2009. 1 Comment.
I am interested in buying a house that may have mold.
Is there a way to get rid of the mold if it is in the walls without taking the walls down? And is all mold dangerous?
I don’t know all the details, but, the seller should be responsible for having a possible mold issue taken care of. 1. All molds can be dangerous to people and pet’s. It depends on how much mold is in the living environment and what other health issues a person or pet has. Mold may affect people that have allergies,asthma, immune problems, etc. more than so called healthy people. 2. The seller should be required to have a mold test done by a professional to determine the level of mold spores in the home. 3. If the mold is visible, some kind of remediation needs to be done. 4. Moisture is the necessary ingredient that mold needs to live. (What’s causing the moisture problem?) 5. You don’t have to tear down the walls unless the walls have been compromised by the mold. (I don’t know what your walls are made of.) I can go on an on regarding Mold issues in peoples living environments. Since I don’t know the specifics of the possible mold infestation that your asking about, it’s hard for me to give further advise. Plus, it would help to know what state you live in. New York, for example has some of the toughest guidelines regarding mold remediation.
Filed under kill mold, mold removal by on Mar 20th, 2009. 1 Comment.
I’ven been noticing mold growing around the corners of my bathroom ceiling and are now spreading. What’s the most effective way of getting rid of mold?
belen2499
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Mold in a bathroom is a delicate process to get rid of and you just cannot paint over it as you will need something that acts as a barrier against the moisture.
Bathrooms are prone to mold and mildew buildup because of its moist, humid environment. Mold can be one of the most damaging elements in your bathroom. If left uncleaned, it can cause hard-to-remove stains, bad odors, and extensive damage to your bathroom walls and fixtures not to mention health hazards.
However, it can also be the hardest to remove, especially if it’s been building up for some time. Here’s a step-by-step guide to removing mold and keeping your bathroom mold-free.
1. Scrub off existing mold from the walls and ceiling using household bleach and a piece of cloth. Dilute the bleach (two parts water to one part bleach) to keep from damaging the wall paint or tile. Rinse the cloth under running water from time to time to remove the mold and keep from spreading it to other areas. Remember to wear gloes and protective clothing, and keep the area well-ventilated.
2. When you’ve scrubbed off the surface mold, wash off the remaining bleach with water and allow the surface to dry. You can use fans to help them dry faster, opening a window helps too.
3. Using a roller, apply a coat of Bin paint to the surface. This will remove stains and keep existing mold from sticking to the wall. It also keeps leftover mold from growing back out on the surface. Allow the paint to dry (usually about 45 minutes). Note: This step is not necessary for new bathrooms.
4. Apply two coats of mildew-proof bathroom paint over the Bin paint. This paint contains a special resin that prevents mildew from growing back, even in moist environments. It will not kill existing mildew, however, so make sure you’ve removed it all before applying the paint. Wait one hour before applying the second coat.
Mold-proofing your bathroom
Keep moisture low. Mold and mildew grow on moist surfaces, so keep things as dry possible. Do not leave towels on the floor or keep damp clothes in piles. Keep the room well-ventilated so that excess water can evaporate faster. Use a ceiling fan or open a window when taking a hot shower so steam and moisture can evaporate and escape.
Clean mildew-prone areas regularly. Use a sponge or squeegee to remove excess moisture from walls and shower curtains. Scrub these areas every other week with a bleach and water solution.
Hang loose cloths. Mold can accumulate on damp cloths that are left crumpled or in contact with the floor. Hanging them from a rack will allow them to dry before mold or mildew can grow. Make sure you hang them stretched out, as mold can grow between the creases. Mold can also spread from the floor to the walls.
Brighten up. Dark areas are more prone to mold and mildew growth. Use bright lights and light colored paint or tiles. Install light bulbs in dark areas like closets and cabinets.
Filed under kill mold, mold removal, remove mold by on Mar 18th, 2009. 7 Comments.
I got some mold on the walls of my basement after a flood. Now, there are these somewhat red spots in the carpet, and there’s little pieces of [of what look like pasta] growing out of it. They are in shades of cream to brown. How do i get rid of that [pasta thing] and some mold on the walls without my parents finding out?
If my parents find out, I’m in a lot of trouble.
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You have to get rid of the moisture. You will need to run a dehumidifier for a while to get the moisture out of the concrete. Once the dehumidifier goes from running most of the time to about 2 hours in a day, you can clean everything with a strong bleach solution to get rid of the leftover mold.
The carpet will most likely have to go. If nothing else, you will be left with stains.
Whether you get in trouble or not, you will have to get rid of the mold ASAP. Some (certainly not all) kinds of mold are very toxic and can make you very ill.
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Filed under kill mold by on Mar 16th, 2009. 4 Comments.
Have you noticed how many stories about mold have been in the news in recent times? I think these stories highlight the importance of getting rid of mold wherever it may be: home, school, hospital or office building.
For something different, I decided to let these news stories speak for themselves rather than writing a “normal” post. After all, these are real life events that have impacted upon and touched people from all walks of life in a significant way. From babies to high school students to mentally ill children in a hospital to ordinary home buyers to former employees, they have all been affected by this insidious pest.
Take a look at some of these recent news articles and see what you think:
11 March 2009
Bedford County veteran dealing with mold in house
‘Go to your room’ is a common phrase parents tell their kids.
Deshano Hood can’t say that to his 10-year-old daughter, Whitney Nash.
For months mold has spread throughout her bedroom wall inside Hood’s Bedford County home on Somerset Drive, causing concern for Hood and his wife April.
Read the full story here.
9 March 2009
Mother accused of hurting baby says mold to blame
A Syracuse woman who claims she was wrongfully convicted of assaulting her infant daughter based on bronchial tube bleeding that was actually caused by exposure to mold is back in court for a new trial.
…a state Supreme Court justice overturned the conviction earlier this year after the defense provided evidence to support Gallishaw’s claim that she had laundered her baby’s clothing in the mold-infested basement at her mother’s home.
Read the full story here.
6 March 2009
Mold found in Butner hospital gym
Mentally ill kids used the facility
An environmental study has found high levels of mold in a gym used by mentally ill children at a state hospital in Butner.
The spore count in the gym was 61 times that in the air outside the building…
Read the full story here.
6 March 2009
Home Front: Putting mold on hold
SEATTLE – It’s a four-letter word that many potential homebuyers or sellers don’t want to hear during inspections – mold.
Mold can be a nagging problem in our wet regional climate and a home sale killer….
Read the full story here.
4 March 2009
Extensive repairs needed at Selma High
Mold can be seen on the ceiling in the background.Superintendent Dr. Austin Obasohan walked through the corridors of Selma High School. Around each corner, the lights grew dimmer. He walked past classrooms lined with dingy carpet and underneath ceiling tiles stained with water and mold.
Read the full story here.
Enough said. Get rid of your mold problem without delay.
Filed under black mold, mold removal, remove mold by on Mar 11th, 2009. Comment.