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I have been corresponding with ketchen via email. He seems to think his issue may be due to attic ventilation. He is going to block the vents for the colder month...
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Basement Floors
To be honest, I do not like an product that forms a cavity which will allow mold growth. There are two different schools of thought in regards to those types of f...
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Ridge Vent
I am not a roofing expert, but I always thought you use the baffles in combination with a ridge vent.
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It is always best to apply any of the products to a clean, dry surface. However, you can dry the area using a propane torch, heat gun and sometimes a hair dryer w...
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answersupdated over 11 years ago by KingVolcano
Moisture
Mike, until you know the source of the moisture, you cannot determine if any product will work.
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Factors
There are so many factors that is it very difficult to make a recommendation without seeing the area. You can try to plug the holes with some type of hydrauli...
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Contact
You may reach me at kingvolcano@aol.com. I will give you my phone number.
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Confused
In your first post you stated the floor was dry and water was not coming from the floor. So, I am confused. Did you check the moisture levels of the floor with a ...
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Mold
I experience this all the time. Contractors with absolutely no formal training addressing mold issues. Bleach is usually not 100% effective on porous surfaces...
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Humidity
There has to be a reason for the humidity. Where is the moisture coming from? Are you sure the humidity is at 90%...that is insanely high. What are you using ...
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Humidity
When it comes to humidity, you would be best to have the levels below 50% to avoid mold growth and structural rot. Winter air is by nature not humid, so the pr...
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Problem?
Is there a problem that needs to be addressed?
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Water
At one point there had to to be water or high humidity issue in the house in order for mold to grow. Unless you know where or how the water/moisture was intro...
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answersupdated over 11 years ago by KingVolcano
Water Table
If the natural water table is high, there is not much you can do about it.
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Skim Coat
Unless the profile of the tile is exaggerated where it will show through the padding and carpet, I don't think you need to skim coat. Depending on the thicknes...
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Leveling
Leveling involves a specially designed cementitious product that dries quickly and is sandable. You mix the product with water or a bonding agent, sometimes both....
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Efflorescence and Mold / Hyphae
It could be a number of things, however the two most common substances that are white and fuzzy are Efflorescence and Mold/Hyphae. Put on a latex glove and touch ...
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Damages
Certain types of molds can and will eat away wooden structures over time. Certain molds are more aggressive and if the conditions are conducive to continued growt...
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