Did you know that ice dams can cause mold problems?



Frozen ice and snow on top of roofs and gutters are creating havoc for homes in New England and the greater Boston area. With cold temperatures in freezing climates then an unexpected 40 to 60 degree day auses a lot of melting of the ice and snow which can cause mold growth, roof dterioration of the plywood, wood rot in th fascais boards behind the gutters. The water and moisture can travel throug the attic area, dormers, wall cavities and down into lower levels such as the basement and first floor.

Some ways to detect mold: 

1. See if water spots and dark stains are noticed and perhaps wet.

2. Look for visible stains such as mold on the surfaces of the ceiling, wallsof the living areas, floors, carpets, attic plywood sheathing, attic sidewalls,  floor joist, wet insulation

3. Check for moisture or high relative humidity over 65% and higher.

4. Smelling unusual odors such as musty or moldy where wall cavities or insulation can be wet inside the walls, but dry on the outside wall. High relative humidity or moisture may be the culprit.

5. Other ways to detect mold is hire a professional with the right tools such as conducting mold sampling the air or visible mold with tapes, swabs, or bulk.

6. Utilizing moisture meters, Thermal Infrared Imaging camera, boroscopes, etc.


For a professional mold inspection and mold assessment call:

781-248-9975
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