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Mold, Fungus and Moisture

Wood destroying organisms, such as mold fungi, need three things to survive: air, moisture and food. Since we can’t eliminate air, and their food is the wood in our homes, the only thing we can control is the moisture. This is the reason Moisture Barriers and Temperature Controlled Foundation Vents are important. They help eliminate moisture in your crawl space, which keeps the possibility of fungus, as well and termites and other pests, to a minimum.

• Fact: Moisture Encourages Pest Infestation.

  • High moisture encourages wood decay, making it easier for pests to penetrate the wood and establish colonies.

• Fact: Moisture Causes Structural Damage To Your Home.

  • Water vapor rises up from the ground in crawl spaces.

  • High humidity causes hardwood floors to cup and buckle.

  • Condensation caused by high humidity can cause major structural damage to joists and beams.

• Fact: Fungus & Mold Can Harm You And Your Family.

  • Mold & Fungus can cause respiratory problems. This is particularly hard on allergy sufferers.

• Fact: Moisture Causes Mold Growth and Wood Decay.

  • An unventilated or poorly vented crawl space is a breeding ground for Mold, Fungus and Termites.

  • Mold spores require moisture to grow and germinate every 12 hours.

  • Mold colonization may occur within 1 – 12 days.

  • The EPA recommends relative humidity between 30 – 50% to prevent mold growth.

Ace Exterminating offers services to help with mold, fungus or moisture problems such as:

• Fungus Inspections & Treatments

• Moisture Readings

• Moisture Barriers

• Temperature Controlled Foundation Vents

• Dehumidifier

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