Photo Album: Basement Moisture Causes Mold in West Orange, NJ

This homeowner had a constant humidity issue in his basement which in turn caused extensive mold growth. Our team was able to quickly and effectively remedy the mold problem and provide them with a lasting solution to prevent its return!

Mold Growth in the Basement

There was extensive visible mold growth on wood paneling throughout the basement. Mold can come in all colors and shapes, and all mold is potentially a health hazard. Homeowners should be concerned about any mold growth, not just black mold.

Hygrometer

These are the readings we took on a portable hygrometer - an instrument that measures temperature and indoor humidity levels. This basement had conditions that were ripe for mold to thrive at 66 degrees and a swampy 72% indoor humidity level. Indoor humidity levels should be kept between 30% and 50% to prevent mold growth.

Treating the Mold with MAPS

We equipped our personal protective equipment and then treated the mold with an antimicrobial application called MAPS 1. MAPS 1 is an EPA registered product that attacks mold on a cellular level and immediately kills it.

Wiping Away the Stains

Next, we used our mold stain remover and scrubbed away all the mold growth throughout the area.

Dehumidifier

We installed a commercial-grade SaniDry XP dehumidifier. These powerful maintenance-free dehumidifiers are specifically designed to work in basements and crawl spaces. They operate automatically, turning on and off according to a built-in hygrometer. Also, they drain directly into the sump pump, so they never have to be emptied