How to win against attic mold.

Nipping attic mold in the bud
If you want to win against attic mold then your first task will be to understand why it occurs in the best place. Remember that prevention is almost always better than cure so we will begin by looking at how you stop it coming in the first place.
Why does my home have attic mold?
For most people attic mold will most often become a problem during the winter months. The reason this happens is that there will be a huge difference in temperature between the attic and the rest of the house. This means that condensation in the home will find its way to the attic where it will once again return to a watery state; this occurs due to a process known as ‘dew point’. Mold needs moisture to grow so when this condensation ends up on dead organic material like wood you have the perfect recipe for mold.

How can I prevent attic mold?
Now that you know what causes it to occur in the first place you can do things to combat the situation. Make sure that you have no vents from your bathroom or laundry room that are sending condensation to this space. You will want to seal the entrance to the attic as much as possible and check for gaps around any pipes entering the attic and seal these too. To fix your attic mold problem for good you will need to equalize your attic intake air with the attic outtake air; you do this by creating a balancing ventilation system.

I already have attic mold. What should I do?

If you already have attic mold then you will need to deal with the problem swiftly to stop it progressing into a bigger problem. Be aware that mold can lead to health problems, and if left too long can cost a lot of money to remedy. You will need to first fully assess the amount of mold you are dealing with, and if there is a lot of it you should consider calling in the professionals. Some people claim that bleach is good for killing mold, but others are less convinced about the effectiveness of this. For this reason you may want to purchase a proper mold fungicide to leave no doubt. Once you have removed the mold you will then need to remedy the situation that led to mold occurring in the first place.

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.