How do I get rid of mold in an area of my basement?
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bleach and a dehumidifier
Bleach or mold killer spray . Wash down with bleach water.
concrobium is the best product to KILL mold spores in paint/concrete, etc., but you need to find out where the moisture is coming from ... you may need more than to just 'clean' --- better air circulation, dryer atmosphere, be sure walls are not wicking moisture from the ground around them ...
Before removing you need to find the reason why the area is molding in the first place so you can rectify the situation to prevent recurrence. Are there foundation or roof leaks? I would have a consult with a mold remediation company or licensed contractor first, but don't wait! Call someone out this week and keep family and pets out of the area until it can be properly assessed. If not addressed, it can spread throughout the entire structure, be extremely costly to remediate and can cause a host of health problems that make you, your family and pets really sick.
https://www.servicemasterrestore.com/blog/mold-damage/mold-myths-will-vinegar-kill-mold/
https://www.servicemaster-restoration-cleaning.com/2017/03/30/mold-myths/
https://restorationmasterfinder.com/restoration/what-kills-mold-bleach-vs-vinegar/
Hi Angela - There are several ways to get rid of mold, but most importantly, you need to address the root cause to keep it from returning. This article focuses on the bathroom, but is an overall great article that covers methods of how to remove mold, if bleach is safe to use, and how to prevent it from coming back. Hope this helps! Hugs, Holly
https://pinkfortitude.com/mold-in-the-shower/