When to Call the Pros for Crawl Space Cleaning

Nobody likes spending time in the dark, dank and cluttered crawl space beneath the house. Besides all of the long-forgotten items gathering dust, the crawl space can also harbor more unwelcome guests such as bugs and rodents. Mold and allergens may also inhabit this space.

At some point, every crawl space requires cleaning. Here are six steps that can help you tell if it’s time to call the pros:

1. Check the history of water conditions that are conducive to fungal growth in the crawl space.

2. Monitor ventilation. Inappropriate ventilation in small crawl spaces can increase—rather than decrease—moisture levels.

3. Fix roof gutters that may be external factors influencing the moisture level in the crawl space.

4. Repair indoor plumbing to prevent leaks, which contribute to high moisture content and growth of fungus.

5. Look for signs of mold.

6. Check all framing and posts for the presence of mold in the exposed sides.

Overhead flooring may contain mold on the exposed under-side, and this is one reason why regular crawl space inspections are so important. High levels of airborne fungus in a crawl space pose a threat of spreading to upper levels and living areas of the building. Special screening tests are available to evaluate the situation in crawl spaces that are not easily accessible. To prevent mold growth, keep the doorways between your crawl space and living area closed.

How to Respond to a Dirty Crawl Space

Enlisting the services of Fixaflood gives you access to a team that includes certified indoor air quality managers, certified microbial investigators, mechanical ventilation engineers, certified restoration trainers, public health practitioners, and physicians to restore your property so it is safe for your family or customers. Call the San Francisco crawl space cleaning experts at 415-529-5632.

It is important to remember never to enter an area that is known to contain mold without wearing proper personal protection. If moldy material is visibly present in a large area, contact professional cleaning services as soon as possible.

Inspectapedia suggests an inspection procedure to identify and locate the presence and source of mold in your crawl space. This can help you decide if you need a professional assessment, testing or cleaning.

Fixaflood’s technicians have Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certifications (IIRC), so we understand modern restoration procedures. Call 415-529-5632 for professional advice and service in crawl-space cleaning and carpet cleaning.