Things you should know before beginning your attic clean up.

If you have mold in your attic then you will need to commence an attic clean up as soon as possible. It is sometimes wise to call in the professionals to at least give you some advice. This is especially necessary if you have a big problem with mold in your attic; i.e. it is covering an area greater than ten square feet. A lot of mold can indicate a serious underlying problem that will likely require professional help to solve. What follows are some more things that you should know before beginning your attic clean up.

You should always be sure to take safety precautions before going anywhere near mold. If you inhale mold spores or get it on your skin or eyes then you could have big problems. To avoid this you will need to use a good face mask and protection for your eyes; you should also wear gloves and have old clothing covering as much of your body as possible.

Do not begin and attic clean up if there is any chance that you could be pregnant. There has been an association discovered between mold and miscarriage and so you will not want to be anywhere near mold if you are pregnant.

Using bleach may not be the most effective way of dealing with mold. There is now some debate as to the effectiveness of bleach so it is best to use a strong disinfectant and allow it to soak for at least fifteen minutes.

Mold will return if you don’t remove the conditions that led to it occurring in the first place. Don’t allow your attic clean up to be something you need to repeat. Discover why you have mold in your attic and fix the problem.

The two most frequent causes of mold in your attic will be poor ventilation or leaks. You will need to discover which of these is causing your particular problem if you want to stop mold from being a problem.

When you are conducting your attic clean up you should make sure that your attic is sealed; this will prevent the spread of spores.

You many need to use a dehumidifier to dry the area so as to stop the mold from returning.

If you follow all these tops then your attic clean up should be a once in a lifetime job; it is not something you want to do regularly.

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.