We assume that because it bleaches the dark color. Most people-myself included until I did more research-assume household bleach will kill mold completely. Now to your question: Yes, I believe you can do this yourself. It must be treated in a way that will kill what you see on the walls, ceiling, and floor but also the spores you cannot see that are in the air. Mold is not something you want to live with. They are estimating between $1,800 and $2,000 to kill the mold and mildew.ĭo you think we could do this ourselves for less using the product you recommend for smelly situations? Thanks, Hankĭear Hank: Before I answer your question, I want to ensure that all of my readers know that mold is a severe situation that can and can have adverse health ramifications for humans and animals alike. The smell is awful.We called the pros to get a price on treating this smelly situation. The leak has now been fixed and the basement has mostly dried out. The EPA tells us that “All molds have the potential to cause health effects.” If you’ve ever called in a professional service to rid your home of mold, you know the meaning of shock and awe-so expensive it brings tears to your eyes!ĭear Cheapskate: Here’s the short version of a long story: Due to an undetected slowly leaking pipe in our home, the basement got very wet over a period of time. Mold is a potential source of irritation, including allergic reactions, asthma, and other respiratory maladies.
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