Photo Album: Wet Basements and Mold Charles City Iowa
Wet Basement Corner
Water can enter the basement from many locations throughout the home, and the corner and joint of the foundation perimeter is no exception. In fact, this wall will not get better on its own, it will only get worse!
Mold Needs Food to Grow
In order for mold to grow, it must first be active. For a mold spore to become active, there needs to be a food source, temperature and humidity to round out the formula. Take a look and see how the mold is moving and growing in this photo.
Mold Growth on the Celling Drywall
Drywall materials are wonderful for mold growth and are basically great food sources for mold. Obviously, the mold in this basement needs to be treated, and the mold drywall will also needed to be removed. The remaining organic materials like the floor joists will need treatment, as well as a dehumidification and waterproofing systems installation.
Wet Basement Corner
Water can enter the basement from many locations throughout the home, and the corner and joint of the foundation perimeter is no exception. In fact, this wall will not get better on its own, it will only get worse!
Mold Needs Food to Grow
In order for mold to grow, it must first be active. For a mold spore to become active, there needs to be a food source, temperature and humidity to round out the formula. Take a look and see how the mold is moving and growing in this photo.
Mold Growth on the Celling Drywall
Drywall materials are wonderful for mold growth and are basically great food sources for mold. Obviously, the mold in this basement needs to be treated, and the mold drywall will also needed to be removed. The remaining organic materials like the floor joists will need treatment, as well as a dehumidification and waterproofing systems installation.