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What is this purple substance that grew under my carpet?
I am pretty sure this is mold, and it is being somewhat kept in check by even the indirect sunlight. I have seen similar purple mold on vinyl tiles, in a location also got strong indirect light. The ...
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What is this purple substance that grew under my carpet?
Whatever it is, it seems to correspond to a walking path. Something gets watered in the upper right and then something gets water on the left side and then the room is exited.
To me, it seems like a ...
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Mold behind shower tile - is landlord plan to disinfect and re-tile enough?
NO. I don't think that's enough work. It looks so bad from the photo that I would expect it to be a major refurb requiring complete replacement of the Sheet rock with water resistant lining before the ...
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Where Does Mold Come From
Fungal spores are everywhere. You are breathing them right now, and your immune system is keeping the fungi from growing inside and outside of you. These spores can grow anywhere there's a good ...
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Whole house dehumidifier with no central air?
You could just put the furnace on "fan" mode and run one dehumidifier anywhere in the house that the air circulates from the central system.
i.e other than perhaps the capacity being low, ...
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Is this mold in my basement? What should I do?
It definitely looks like mold to me.
It's hard to say where the water is coming from that is causing that. Water could be running down and then wicking up, it could be making it's way in at the bottom ...
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What type of prep do my basement floors need before carpet reinstall
Other than Avoid Carpeting In Basement (my policy, clearly not yours) I would certainly attempt some form of concrete sealant/barrier at minimum, since you evidently have moisture issues.
Preferable (...
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Should I open up the ceiling due to this mold-like substance?
I agree with wiping it down with some diluted bleach.
Usually when there is some type of bathroom leak in an upstairs bathroom, you will see brown spots on the ceiling downstairs.
Because there is no ...
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Should I open up the ceiling due to this mold-like substance?
No! Don't rip out the drywall. These look like the typical mold that grows in areas of high humidity. Just wipe it with a rag that has some diluted bleach. When painting over it, use a mildew-...
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Water heater leak into base. Concerned about moisture or mold
Wood is damaged when it stays wet for long periods of time, like weeks and months. A 1-day incident will not be a problem. Let it dry naturally, you don't even need a fan, just time. Probably a day.
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Kitchen sink border rotting
I had a similar problem of spongy wood, but no visible mold.I found a product called PC-Petrifier which was around $20. I first made some small holes for the liquid and used a paint brush to ensure it ...
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How should I go about removing moldy plywood and plastic from my crawl space?
Yes, you might be able to tackle this on your own, however, are you going about it the right way is the bigger question.
Mold can be extremely dangerous. When mold is disturbed, it releases spores ...
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How should I go about removing moldy plywood and plastic from my crawl space?
Haul out the moldy plywood.
Consider getting rid of the plastic, too, though it's most likely OK.
Spray bleach on anything that looks like it might be mold on any of the structural wood.
Let ...
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Kitchen sink border rotting
I understand that you can't afford a new counter - if possible you might find a new-to-you counter at a Habitat restore or construction recycling store. You're going to need to replace it before it ...
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Kitchen sink border rotting
The countertop need to be replaced. Period. There is no repair that is not anything other than a waste of time and money.
The cabinetry may need replacing as well.
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