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Basement Mold
Along with your basement comes the risk of
unwanted basement mold. This can take many forms as concrete is a porous
substance and it is natural that a basement floor will get moisture due
to it sitting on the ground. Even if you have a moisture barrier, this
can get old and damaged and moisture can leak in. Regardless of the
cause, there are steps you can take that will help with this problem.
If you have a little mold here and there, it is as simple as using a
solution of bleach mixed with four parts water to one part bleach. Then
there are products on the market that are specifically designed for
removing mold. No matter what you use, you need to scrub the area where
you find the mold until it is gone. Of course, using bleach or products
to remove mold requires you to wear gloves and make sure the bleach
don’t come in contact with anything else.
If your mold is a little more serious than just a few spots, then you
need to take a stronger action to get rid of it. Scrubbing won’t get rid
of this type of mold so you will have to seal it. Before you do this you
will have to check your walls for cracked cement and go to the hardware
store and find a product that you can repair the cracks with. There are
many waterproofing compounds to do this. Usually this comes with
detailed instructions on how to use it.
If you find that there is water leaking under your foundation, then you
have an even bigger problem and will need to call a professional. The
flooring will need to be removed right down to the concrete and this is
something that you can do yourself. Just remember any time you are
dealing with mold you have to wear protective clothing and seal off your
basement so that it doesn’t get into any other part of your home.
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