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QuestionWhy does mold grow on interior walls?
Victor BelavusVictor Belavus is an Air Conditioning Specialist and the Owner of 212 HVAC, an air condition repair and installation company based in Brooklyn, New York. In addition to HVAC and air conditioning units, Victor also specializes in furnace repair and air duct cleaning. He has over 10 years of experience working with HVAC systems.
Air Conditioning SpecialistMold thrives in humid environments, so it's likely that there's too much humidity in your home. Clean and remove the mold, then set up a dehumidifier in the moldy room. This should help keep the mold at bay in the future. -
QuestionHow do you treat mold on drywall?
Mike KapurMike Kapur is a home inspector and the owner of Sonic Home Inspections, a home inspection company in Westchester, New York. With over 15 years of experience in pre-inspecting properties, Mike specializes in mold, radon, asbestos, lead, water, and air quality testing as well as hazardous materials, pest, infrared, and general home inspections. Prior to founding Sonic Home Inspections, Mike worked pre-inspecting apartments. Mike holds a BS in Accounting from Queens College and is a Certified Mold Assessor in the state of New York.
Certified Mold Assessor & Home Inspector, Sonic Home InspectionsUnfortunately, there's no way to ensure all the mold is fully removed from drywall, so we recommend you cut the piece away along with a margin of 5 or 6 inches and put in a new drywall sheet. -
QuestionHow do you stop mold growing on walls?Mike KapurMike Kapur is a home inspector and the owner of Sonic Home Inspections, a home inspection company in Westchester, New York. With over 15 years of experience in pre-inspecting properties, Mike specializes in mold, radon, asbestos, lead, water, and air quality testing as well as hazardous materials, pest, infrared, and general home inspections. Prior to founding Sonic Home Inspections, Mike worked pre-inspecting apartments. Mike holds a BS in Accounting from Queens College and is a Certified Mold Assessor in the state of New York.
Certified Mold Assessor & Home Inspector, Sonic Home InspectionsAfter you clean the mold, paint the wall with an antimicrobial paint to help prevent the mold from returning. -
QuestionHow can I reduce moisture in my house?Mike KapurMike Kapur is a home inspector and the owner of Sonic Home Inspections, a home inspection company in Westchester, New York. With over 15 years of experience in pre-inspecting properties, Mike specializes in mold, radon, asbestos, lead, water, and air quality testing as well as hazardous materials, pest, infrared, and general home inspections. Prior to founding Sonic Home Inspections, Mike worked pre-inspecting apartments. Mike holds a BS in Accounting from Queens College and is a Certified Mold Assessor in the state of New York.
Certified Mold Assessor & Home Inspector, Sonic Home InspectionsRunning a humidifier in your home can help reduce moisture. Additionally, dry up any water that gets in your home after a storm. You might use a wetvac if you have large puddles. Remove or dry any textiles, such as towels or blankets that get wet. -
QuestionCan I treat mold with bleach on the outside of my walls?
DonaganTop AnswererYes, bleach will remove mold anywhere. -
QuestionWill mold affect health?
DonaganTop AnswererIt can. Breathing in mold spores can cause respiratory problems, especially for those allergic to them.
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QuestionCan I use bleach on mold to kill it? Should I dilute it?
Community AnswerBleach kills mold. Dilute 1.5 cups of bleach in a gallon of water. Wear gloves and goggles.
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