Hot Basement Causes Mold to Grow in Allenhurst, NJ
Challenge
As this business owner in Allenhurst, NJ went into the basement of his office building to grab some supplies, he noticed a massive amount of mold growth all over the walls, so he contacted us for help.
Moments into our inspection, using our hygrometer, we determined that the cause of the mold growth was extremely high humidity levels! The average humidity levels in a home or business must be kept between 30-45% in the colder months and 45-55% in the warmer months. Mold can start to grow if the humidity is above 55%. If mold is allowed to grow, it can lead to severe damages to property values and health issues. In addition to mold growth, high levels of humidity will also enhance the growth of allergenic dust mites and health-compromising bacteria.
Solution
For treatment, we applied our EPA-registered, antimicrobial solution called Mold Abatement Polymer Solutions 1 (MAPS 1). MAPS 1 attacks mold at its DNA and kills it instantly. Afterward, we applied a mold stain remover and scrubbed away all the mold stains. Lastly, we applied a patented sealant called MAPS 2. This sealant encapsulates the surface that mold is growing on and renders it harmless, inert, and non-allergenic. MAPS 2 is also moisture sensitive and reactivates when it gets wet to prevent the growth of any future mold colonies.
To treat the high humidity levels in the basement, we installed a Sedona commercial-grade dehumidifier. The Sedona is a powerful energy-efficient dehumidifier that outperforms standard household dehumidifiers by as much as 10 times while using the same amount of energy to run. With an efficient combination of MAPS 1 & 2 and the Sedona dehumidifier, mold doesn't stand a chance!
