Mold on Subfloor Joists in Owensboro Crawl Space
Here you can see mold on the wooden subfloor joists. These joists are often thr first place you see mold growth because the air from outside is being drawn up through the rest of the house due to air pressure. The phenomenon is called "the stack effect" and it tells us that the air you breathe in your home is drawn up from your lowest level -- in this case, the crawl space. You can find out more about creating healthy crawl spaces by contacting us for your free inspection.
Mold on Block Walls in Owensboro Crawl Space
Does this look familiar? It's mold and mildew growth in the concrete block wall of a crawl space. Why does this happen? Well, concrete is actually very porous and wicks moisture from the surrounding soil into the air in a phenomenon called "capillary action." Much like the capillaries in your body that draw blood up to the surface of your skin, there are tiny tube-shaped holes in concrete do the same thing with water! These capillaries are formed during the concrete curing process when these blocks are being manufactured. The capillaries will allow moisture, mold spores, and other mildew and bacteria to permeate into your crawl space. After time, you can start seeing growth like this picture has. Before that happens, it is best to have the experts at Healthy Spaces out to help you create a plan to dehumidify and encapsulate your crawl space.
Mold Problems in Owensboro, KY Crawl Spaces
Mold allergy causes the same signs and symptoms that occur in other types of upper respiratory allergies. Mold allergy symptoms can include: --Sneezing--Runny or stuffy nose--Cough and postnatal drip--Itchy eyes, nose and throat. Mold allergy symptoms vary from person to person and range from mild to severe. You may have year-round symptoms or symptoms that flare up only during certain times of the year. You may notice symptoms when the cold weather is damp, or when you're in indoor or outdoor spaces that have high concentrations of mold.
