Have you asked yourself any of these questions?

  • Why is water standing in my basement?
  • Why are puddles in my crawl space?
  • Why do my floors feel spongy?
  • Why do certain areas always stay wet?
  • What is that home inspector talking about?

If you have had these questions, it is very likely that you have moisture issues.

Moisture problems in homes and buildings throughout the southeast are common. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, 30-50% of all structures have damp conditions that can encourage growth of biological pollutants such as mold. Also, during a study conducted by the world renowned Mayo Clinic, they found that an alarming 37 million people in the US suffer from chronic sinusitis, an immune system response to fungus. Standing water, water-damaged materials or wet surfaces serve as a breeding ground for molds, mildews, bacteria and insects. House dust mites, the source of one of the most powerful biological allergens, grow in damp, warm environments. Serious consequences can result when moisture issues go unaddressed.

If there is a problem, what’s next?

Proper treatment begins with identifying the source of the unwanted moisture and/or water intrusion. After understanding and addressing those issues, clean up can begin. The affected area is contained to prevent cross contamination while damaged materials are cleaned or replaced.

Left Untreated, Excessive Moisture Can:

Molds gradually destroy whatever they grow on. Mold growth damages building materials and furnishings.

If left unattended long enough, mold and moisture problems cause structural damage. For example, over time a roof leak can result in molds weakening floors and walls by feeding on the wet wood.

Too often, real estate transactions fall through when buyers hear mold. The more a buyer can do to ensure their home is salable before putting it on the market, the better. A red flag can mean costly delays, price reductions or, worse yet, deals that never make it to closing.

Whether immediate or delayed, allergic reactions to mold are common. Additionally, mold exposure can irritate the eyes, skin, nose, throat, and lungs of both mold-allergic and non-allergic people and cause asthma attacks in those with asthma. Symptoms other than the allergic and irritant types are not commonly reported as a result of inhaling mold.

Furthermore, mold can lead to significant problems for those with respiratory health conditions and autoimmune disorders. Research on mold and health effects is ongoing.

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