Basement mould growth is unfortunately very common. There are many potential sources that allow water to enter your basement from outside and from inside sources.
Regardless of the source of water, it doesn't take long for a mould issue to arise. Excess moisture can lead to mould growth in as little as 24-48 hours.
If you’re worried about mould in your basement, continue reading below to learn about how to proceed. Or, you can contact the experts at Good Bye Mould for basement mould removal and testing today.
What Causes Basement Mould Growth?
Basements and crawlspaces often create the perfect environment for mould to start to grow. Mould grows indoors when there is excess moisture, as mould needs this moisture to begin its growth process. Mould is everywhere–and when it’s outside, that’s a good thing. The problem is when mould starts to grow and spread inside your home.
Basements are often damp, dark and crowded. Homeowners often use basements to store items like old clothes, books and files. These items can become damp due to leaks or simply excess moisture in your basement.
Basements are unfortunately prone to flooding and leaks during snow melts and rain storms. They also often contain water heaters, sump pumps, water softeners and washing machines–all items that can malfunction and cause a leak.
If you don’t use your basement or crawlspace often, you may not notice if water starts to leak into that area. And once it does, mould can begin to grow within 48 hours of moisture entering your home! Even if you do use your basement often, mould can be tricky. It can grow under floorboards and behind walls. You might not know you have mould growing in your home until it turns into a big problem.
Signs Of Basement Mould Growth
Mould growth can cause health symptoms, especially for those with pre-existing respiratory conditions like asthma as well as more pronounced issues in young children or elderly people. It can also damage your home and leave a physical mark on your house.
Health Symptoms To Look For:
- Irritation of the nose, eyes, and throat
- Excessive coughing
- Shortness of breath and wheezing
- Increase in asthma symptom severity
- Flu-like symptoms that don’t go away
- Dizziness and headaches
Some people in your family may be more sensitive to mould than others. Regardless of your personal reaction, mould growth in your home poses a health risk as it severely degrades the air quality in your house.
Other Signs of Basement Mould
Mould growth doesn’t just impact your health, it can also damage your home. Here are some physical signs that mould might be growing in your basement:
- Black spots around windowsills, floors or items like books or boxes
- Excess moisture around windowsills or other openings
- Stains on carpets, flooring or ceilings
- Discolouration around door frames or tops or bottoms of walls
- An unpleaseant “musty” odour
If you notice even a small amount of mould growth in your basement, it’s always a good idea to get a professional to check it out. Basements are particularly good at hiding mould growth and the problem could be much deeper than what meets the eye.
Basement Mould Testing
For basement mould removal & testing, we first begin with Mould Air Quality Testing. This testing package provides homeowners with all the information needed to find out if there is mould growing in their basement. If mould growth is present, it will also be able to find out if mould has spread to other areas of your home and will help determine a remediation plan.
Basement mould growth testing includes:
- Infrared thermal imaging, moisture detection
- Full lab report
- Mould swab samples
Using the latest technology, including infrared thermal imaging and moisture detection, the experienced team at Good Bye Mould will send out a team of experienced IICRC certified technicians to assess and fix the problem.
All of our technicians are required to be IICRC certified for water damage and mould remediation and they are also trained in the Ontario Building Code. This is to give our customers peace of mind knowing that not only are we trained to find moisture and mould, but we also have a good understanding of the building. This is a great tool when determining how the mould or water issue happened and how to prevent it from reoccurring.
We want you to feel completely at-ease from the very first phone call to the final step in the process. That’s why we are transparent with what our process looks like. Take a look below to see what to expect:
- First, our IICRC-certified technicians will arrive at your home to assess the situation in your basement or crawlspace. To address your mould problem, we first need find the growth source.
- Our technicians are trained to find the source of the problem and determine how to stop it from happening again, so they will thoroughly examine your home to find the extent of the problem, see why it happened in the first place, and determine if the mould growth has spread.
- We use the best and latest equipment and technology to address your basement mould growth. This includes using infrared thermal imaging, moisture meters, and air quality testing.
- After the assessment, we then contain the mould to ensure it does not spread further. Proper containment is crucial for ensuring that mould spores don’t begin to spread when disturbed.
- Finally, it’s time for mould removal! Good Bye Mould’s professional technicians will expertly remove any mould found in your basement or home.
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The Cost of Basement Mould Removal
On average, you can expect to spend anywhere between from $1,000 to over $10,000 for mould removal. That is a big range because mould removal costs depends heavily on a number of factors, including:
- The extent of the mould growth: A small spot of mould will be easier and quicker to contain and remove than a very large, expansive mould growth issue
- The location of the mould growth: Not all basements are made the same! Some have small, cramped crawlspaces or difficult-to-access rooms or nooks. If your basement is very difficult to access, that could increase the price. If your basement is like any other room in your home, it will likely be easy to access and not cost much, if any, more.
- Repair fees: Mould can damage your home–drywall, baseboards and other parts of your home can become damaged due to extensive mould growth. We offer repair services to help your home get back to normal, as soon as possible.
Looking For Basement Mould Removal and Testing in the Kitchener-Waterloo Area? Trust Good Bye Mould!
At Goodbye Mould, we care about the health and safety of you and your family. We’re committed to 100% customer satisfaction. We have a 5-star rating on Google and countless satisfied customers.
If you’ve noticed mould growth in your basement, crawlspace or anywhere else in your home we can provide you with a quote and air quality assessment to help determine the extent of any mould issues in your home. Even if you suspect mould growth but haven’t seen any, we’ll be able to assess and provide you with an accurate quote so you will not be left with any surprises when it comes to mould removal costs.
If you are in need of the best basement mould removal in Kitchener, Waterloo and the surrounding areas, get in touch with the experts at Good Bye Mould today. We would be happy to talk with you about expert solutions to your mould problem.