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Getting Rid of Mold in a Basement

April 21, 2008

Moldy wall corner.When my basement flooded, I had mold which made me sick. I used liquid Pool Chemicals in a field sprayer to wash everything in the basement. It killed the mold and washed right down. This was safe, didn't need any breathing equipment. I'm sure this can be used on our roofs here in the NW.

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By Barb from Corvallis, Oregon

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April 21, 20080 found this helpful
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Bleach is what is usually used to kill mold but as you had used chlorine to kill mold it appears that product works as well. However, roofs usually have algae growing on them and bleach wont work and chlorine may not either.
I would be carefull using chlorine. If you mix it with common household products the result will be a toxic gas.

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August 16, 2010

I would like to know how to get mold off basement walls?

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Use a solution of 1 cup of bleach in a pail of water. Also use a scrub brush. Do not breathe in the fumes, make sure area is well ventilated or wear a mask to cover up your nose and mouth.

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In the future to prevent the growth of mold in your basement use a dehumidifier.

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August 16, 2010

There is mold in a basement room (under the front porch). What is the best way to get rid of it and to prevent it from coming back? Water gets in there when it rains!

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October 9, 2008

Every time it rains my basement gets moderately wet. It smells musty but I'm afraid that mold is growing.

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August 14, 2007

My once mold-free basement now stinks with moldy smell. The dehumidifier hasn't stopped it. What can I do to clean it?

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