North Durham DIY's Mold Remediation: A Recipe for Disaster

5/3/2017 (Permalink)

Mold could be an invisible guest in your North Durham home.

After the storm that hit the Triangle area on April 25, 2017 many homeowners decided to go the DIY route. While this is usually a source of pride, and a way to save cash, there are some projects that should be left for the professionals. Mold remediation can be a hazardous and costly project, especially if the work must be done more than once to fix prior mistakes. Weather absolutely plays a factor in mold growth, from excessive rain to flooding wherever there are moisture intrusions you can have the potential of a problem. If your home has a musty, damp, or mildew smell, you may be experiencing the first signs of secondary growth, commonly referred to as mold.

DIY Mold Recipe

Ingredients:

• Mold spores
• An organic material food source
• Temperatures between 32 – 122 degrees Fahrenheit
• Darkness
• Warmth
• Oxygen
• Moisture
• Time

Directions:

Mix a food source of your choosing (i.e. drywall, wood, upholstery) with mold spores, oxygen, and moisture. Keep a dark, damp area continuously warm for several days. Add humidity greater than 60% to feed the mold spores.

If you went the DIY route and are now experiencing a musty, damp smell, you may be experiencing the first signs of secondary growth, commonly referred to as mold. If your home or business has a mold problem, we can inspect and assess your property and use our specialized training, equipment, and expertise to remediate your mold infestation.

If you see signs of mold, call us today at: 919-790-1222.