How to successfully complete a basement remodel project and protect against mold.

You could easily add up to a third extra living space to your home by completing a basement remodel project. Most families will find this extra living space a great boon and it will also add quite a bit of value onto your property; that is if you get it right. If you try and cut corners with your basement remodel project you could end up with something that is going to detract from the value of your house and end up costing you a fortune to put right; it could even lead to illness in your family. Some half-hearted attempts at a basement remodel end up creating the ideal conditions for mold to grow and become a problem.

To prevent your dream turning into a catastrophe you will need to do all you can to protect against mold. The reason that a basement remodel project can make things worse in regards to this fungus is that it can create the type of environment that mold just loves; for example, if you put some wood paneling down there and combined this with a new basement shower. Most of the materials used in a basement remodel are made up of wood and this dead organic material is exactly what mold loves. In order for mold to grow it also needs moisture so the condensation from a shower in the basement could provide plenty of this. What you have is wood soaked with water and you will soon have mold on your hands; if this is behind the paneling then it could go unchecked for a long time.

In order to protect your basement remodel project from turning into a nightmare you will need to consider how best stop this room from being mold-friendly. You can do this by not allowing moisture to build up. If you are going to install a shower down there then make sure that you have a vent to remove the condensation. Make sure there is not too much humidity in the basement; you can purchase a humidity meter to check this. If there is a problem then you can get a dehumidifier to deal with this. If you have any leaks allowing water into your basement then these will need to be sealed. It might also be a good idea to put some heating down there as this can reduce the amount of moisture on surfaces by keeping it in the air.

About the Author:
Charles Boday is a Certified Mold Inspector and Contractor, graduate from Certified Mold Inspector & Contractors Institute. He has worked with some of the countries top scientists seeking alternative poison-free mold remediation techniques. He has testified as an expert foundation witness and is the Author of the books, The Ultra Dry Basement.