Athens homeowners should take precautions to protect their crawl space against mold. The hot, humid weather in Athens combined with the damp, moist conditions in the crawl space make the area prime breeding grounds for mold. Not only does mold threaten structural damage, but also impacts your health. Understanding the potential dangers of mold will help you avoid serious and expensive dangers.
Signs of Crawl Space Mold
Determining if there is mold in the crawl space really isn’t difficult- for people who know what to look for. The following signs of crawl space mold in Athens are among the indicators of a serious problem that should be addressed immediately.
- Rotting or decaying wood
- Green or black spots or water stains on baseboards
- Warped flooring, peeling wallpaper
- Musty odors in the crawl space
- Allergy-like symptoms, including runny nose, cough, breathing difficulty, itchy and watery eyes
Health Risks of Mold
Crawl space mold seeps through the floors and walls into the main living areas of the home, where an array of health risks can affect everyone in the home. Toxic, microscopic pores are released into the air, which causes itchy eyes, bronchitis, migraines, asthma, coughing, and other symptoms as we breathe. Our lungs aren’t designed for inhaling these spores, so it works harder to ensure you get the right amount of oxygen, which causes exhaustion.
How to Rid the Home of Crawl Space Mold in Athens
Crawl space mold is dangerous to your home and the people you love the most. If you suspect mold in your crawl space, reach out to a contractor for mold remediation services.
At Southern Crawl Space, we can drain stagnant water, which removes accumulated water from the crawl space, seal the crawl space using LumberKote, install a dehumidifier and take other steps to prevent moisture and dampness that leads to mold in your crawl space.
Southern Crawl Space offers moisture control services, including basement and crawlspace waterproofing, drainage system installation, and vapor barrier installation. SCS guarantees to fix your moisture issues permanently. Our trained team of technicians utilizes only the best solutions for your basement or crawlspace. We are proud to offer LumberKote™ and MaxxBarrier™ waterproofing sealers by WatsonSeal. We are Alabama’s ONLY Watson Seal Authorized Dealer. If you have a service request, give us a call. We will happily provide a free inspection and service estimate.
