HOME MILDEW AND MOLD SOLUTIONS

 

ONE OF THE BIGGEST THREATS TO HEALTH AND SAFETY FOR HOMEOWNERS AND BUSINESSES ALIKE IS MOLD/MILDEW. WITHOUT PROPER CLEANUP AND CONTAINMENT, MOLD CAN LEAD TO COMPROMISED HEALTH CONDITIONS AND RESPIRATORY ILLNESSES ALONG WITH PROPERTY DAMAGE TO YOUR HOME AND BELONGINGS.

The most common type of mold found in homes is mildew. Mildew is a mold that grows in warm, damp places like your bathroom, kitchens, and any damp areas. Mildew begins as a gray or white powdery colony. It will turn black or brown if not removed promptly.

Hello, I’m Chris Town Owner of Town Construction in the Seattle area, the Mold, and Mildew hotspot in the US! You’re here to get some insights on the best solutions for getting rid of Mildew and Mold. Being a Home Builder /Home Remodeling Expert and a Home Water Damage Restoration Specialist, I have seen my share of Mildew and Mold for sure. If you are lucky enough to afford a person to come out and fix the problem every time you spot mold good for you. But for customers like myself, I prefer saving a little money. For severe Mold/Mildew damage call a specialist.

Know Your Enemy!
Mold is a form of fungi that sprouts from microscopic spores that are everywhere in our environment. These spores are inactive, however, they will propagate once the humidity surpasses 70 percent. Temperature that is more than 65 degrees increases the chance of mold growth. Once the cluster of mold spores spread on surfaces, they begin to reproduce and become noticeable to the human eye. You may not be aware that there is mold in your home until you see it or smell a damp, musty, moldy odor. And when you notice your allergies and asthma tend to flare.
There are key ingredients needed for mold growth in homes which are the presence of mold spores, a surface for it to grow on, oxygen, warmth, and darkness. When the moisture is present in these ingredients whether from stagnant water, high level of humidity, or a water leak, the mold problems begin.
If you have mold in the basement or crawl space, its spores will rise throughout the house. This is called the “Stack Effect”. Because of the stack effect, the warm air rises in the home and exits through the upper levels and attic. When this occurs, a vacuum is created on the lower level which draws air upward from the crawl space and basement. Mold spores, dust mites, odors, and anything in the air will be drawn into the main area of the home that is where you breathe. A mold infestation can colonize within 1-14 days.
(Courtesy of Green Home Solutions)

What helps kills mold permanently?
Hydrogen Peroxide 3% – Saturate the moldy surface and leave it for 10 minutes. Next, scrub the area with just enough force to remove black mold and mold stains.
Bleach – Use at your own discretion!
White Vinegar – You can use it safely on most surfaces, and its offensive odor goes away quickly.
Baking Soda – It’s safe for your family and pets, and it not only kills black mold, it absorbs moisture that attracts mold.
Tea tree oil – Tea tree oil is a natural fungicide that cleans up mold quickly and it helps prevent mold spores from coming back.

The best approach is preventing mold before it becomes a problem.
1: Fix Problem Areas in Your Home and Correct Them
2: Dry Wet Areas Immediately (Mold can’t grow without moisture)
3: Prevent Moisture With Proper Ventilation (Let fresh air in to reduce moisture and keep mold at bay.)
4: Equip Your Home With Mold-Resistant Products (mold-resistant Sheetrock, and mold inhibitors for paints.)
5: Improve Air Flow in Your Home (open a window when cooking or washing dishes or showering, or run an exhaust fan.)

“Town Tips” by Chris Town
As a Custom Home Builder and Remodeling Expert I’m asked this question repeatedly…what can I use that’s environmentally friendly to me and my family for getting rid of Mildew/Mold?
I use Hydrogen Peroxide 3%,  White Vinegar, and Baking Soda mixed together in a plant type spray bottle.
Hydrogen Peroxide – 20%
White Vinegar – 60%
Baking Soda – 20%
For a paste-like texture, add more Baking Soda (for cleaning kitchen and bathroom tiles grout areas). After application wait 5-10 min. then clean try. Then I spray the infected area with Tea tree oil (helps prevent mold spores from coming back).

All solutions for home living have some advantages and disadvantages…
“There are no perfect solutions out there, only the ones that are perfect for you.”
Chris Town/

Seattle Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling Ideas and services For Better Living

There are a dozen reasons why you should renovate your kitchen these days. But the most common reasons you just want to “get rid of the old and bring in the new” and it is adding value to your home as well.

According to the National Association of Realtors Cost vs. Value report, the percentage of cost recouped on a kitchen remodel is higher than remodeling any other room of the home.

A kitchen remodel can be overwhelming and deciding exactly what you want your kitchen to look like, budgeting the money, scheduling your time ect. to create your masterpiece is terrifying to most people.
Don’t panic…Stick to your limitations, follow a plan and try to enjoy the experience of knowing you are about to get your new Dream Kitchen soon.

Kitchen Ideas and Recommendations:
* After choosing a professional contractor to work with come up with a plan for your kitchen remodel and decide on absolutely everything you want in the kitchen… You can always downsize your kitchen ideas to fit your budget.
* Try opening up you kitchen to the dining and living room areas if your kitchen is excessively small. This will give your kitchen more space, an openness feeling and will create more nature lighting as well. If you have a medium size kitchen and it still too dark, choose to install recessed lights, pendant lights and under-cabinet lights. Sure, you will spend a bit more, but the benefits are Hugh especially when it is time to sell your home.
* Order as much as possible before the job starts. This will cause you less stress and time delay on your kitchen remodel. In addition, this will give you time to find the best prices around with the rush.

You do not have to spend a fortune to make your kitchen look like a million bucks…Will help you Design/Build a Custom Kitchen with Space Saving Efficiencies, Spectacular Lighting Ideas, and a newer sharper look with Cost Saving Appliances, Counter Tops, Cabinets and Sinks.

“Town Construction & Development Does All Phases Of Kitchen Construction: Remodels, Restoration, Water Damage. Let Town Construction & Development Inc Be The First Call You Make For Any Kitchen Construction Project You Have Now Or In The Future. We Can Handle The Complete Kitchen Project From Start To Finish. You Wont Need To Do Anything But Watch The Process And Enjoy The Finished Product.”

Our Town Construction & Development consultants will guide you through Kitchen remodeling options and give you a price guaranteed with No pressure, just good honest advice.

We Are Seattle’s Custom Home Kitchen Contractors. We Service All The Greater Seattle and Lake Washington Areas For Design-Build Kitchen Remodeling. We Are Licensed, Bonded And Insured And Have An A+ BBB Rating.

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