Bathrooms and basements get all the attention as prime locations for mold in the home, but there’s a big one that shouldn’t be overlooked – the attic. Here are a few frequently asked questions about mold in the attic and what you can do about it.

Q: What causes mold in attics?

A: The biggest cause of mold in an attic is poor ventilation. Homes in colder climates are especially vulnerable because heat used to warm the home rises, meets the colder roof and creates condensation. The moisture drips onto insulation, ceilings, or anything stored in the attic and can begin growing mold quickly. Attics don’t get as much foot traffic as other parts of the home, so mold can grow undetected for long periods of time.

Q: How can I check the ventilation in my attic?

A: Wait for a sunny day, then turn off all the lights in the attic and look for areas of light coming in along the edges of the eaves. It may seem like a good idea to keep your home tightly sealed against warm or cool air loss, but it needs to “breathe” to let moisture out.

Q: What should I do if I discover attic mold?

A: It’s important to learn why mold is growing; if you don’t take care of the problem it will only come back. Check for leaks in the roof, excess condensation or a lack of ventilation. If you find the mold before it has a chance to spread, you can clean it yourself. Wear a respirator or face mask rated for mold and wear protective clothing. Remove mold covered materials such as drywall, plywood, or textiles. Disinfect the entire area with products specifically designed to remove mold. Larger infestations will require professional treatment.

If you find mold in your home or business, call the highly trained experts at RestorationMaster. Our mold certified technicians use the most advanced technology available to uncover all hidden mold and eliminate it completely. These methods are effective for finding and removing mold with no drywall removal needed, reducing cleanup costs by approximately 50%.

Mold remediation costs vary, depending on the extent of the damage. According to HomeAdvisor.com, the national average is $2,161.00.

About Vince Sandri

Vince Sandri is a content writer and blogger with more than 12 years of experience. His expertise is in creating content related to disaster restoration, including information about preventing and reacting to natural disasters like flooding, water damage, fire and smoke damage, mold growth, storm damage and more.
Vince has been the main contributor to RestorationMasterFinder.com since 2014. Over that time, he has written numerous service pages and blogs for disaster restoration providers featured on RestorationMasterFinder.com. Vince has done extensive research and covered a wide range of topics relating to disaster restoration to help homeowners, business owners, and property managers better protect their property. He understands the problems that disasters like flooding, fire, smoke, and mold can cause as well as the best ways to respond to these issues to limit the damage.
Vince completed his Bachelor of Arts degree at Aurora University and his master’s degree at DePaul University. He has been writing SEO website pages, blogs, and press releases since 2012. Vince is also a musician and can be seen playing in the Chicago, IL area.