Is There a Mold Problem in Your Basement?

Mold in basement

The den, the office, the games room, a storage area, or your teenager’s bedroom – whatever function your basement has in your home, you should know that it’s an area that is most susceptible to mold growth as well. Since it’s located on the foundation of your home, moisture has an easier chance of permeating through the foundation and into the walls of your basement. That’s why it’s imperative to keep an eye out for mold so that you can have it addressed and eliminated by an Ottawa waterproofing company as soon as possible.

 

If you’re unsure about how to spot the signs of mold in your basement, here’s what to look for:

 

Musty Smell

 

When you walk down into your basement, are you greeted each time by an intense musty odour? This could be a sign that mold is lingering behind the surface. Although common in basements, that smell is a sign that dampness and moisture could be festering in the flooring, walls, or ceilings. Over time, this can easily provide an environment for spores to grow, even if they may not be visible on the surface.

 

Water Stains

 

Take a look along the walls and ceilings of your basement every so often. Look for any signs of water rings or soft and rotting beams that might be exposed. These areas can show you where moisture is permeating through your foundation. Any water stains can be prime targets for mold to develop.

 

Dark Spots

 

One of the most visible signs of mold growth is from dark, clustered spots that appear on the surface of walls or ceilings. At this stage when these spots appear, it means the moisture problem in your foundation could we worse than you thought, since it’s taken a good amount of time and moisture for these spots to usually appear.

 

When visible signs do appear, the levels of mold spores can be dangerous to both you and your loved ones.  Mold can cause a range of health problems, including coughing, sneezing, headaches, breathing trouble, and worse. Your best course of action is to call an Ottawa waterproofing company to assess the damage and remove it.

 

When it comes to mold, immediate action is the best course of action to always take. But we realize it’s not always easy to recognize when there’s an issue. If you have a basement, it’s important to realize that it’s more vulnerable and susceptible to mold growth since it lies along the foundation of your home. Keep your family and home safe by inspecting your basement for these signs, and if you still feel unsure about it, call your local waterproofing company to help.

 

Are you concerned about mold growth in your basement? Call City Residential Foundation Repair to request an appointment.

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A JOB WELL DONE BY 'CITY FOUNDATION'

I would have no hesitation in recommending City Foundation. They fixed up my foundation last summer and although the old house produced a few surprises, the professionals at City Foundation got around the problems cheerfully and completed the work. From the start, Chuck kept me informed of all of my options. If I asked for something not already in the plan, he would try to accommodate me if at all possible Chuck and his colleague Don were friendly, and respectful. They showed up every day, put in a solid day's work and always left the property clean, neat and safe for us to move around. And, the price was fair with no surprises. Great guys, good job!

- Jennifer A 5/30/2015

Excellent service, friendly

We had Chuck and his team repair a crack in our cold storage room - they were punctual, neat, and friendly. The job was completed very quickly with great results. Would definitely hire them again and recommend them to friends.

- Janet M. 5/26/2015

Good job!

Chuck did a very good job. He promised to be finished by a certain date and he was good to his word. He kept me informed of his progress through pictures sent to my email account while I was at work. My backyard is nicely landscaped and there was no damage or debris left in my yard - just a new window well and no basement leaks.

- Kathryn T. 4/14/2015

Can't say enough about the workmanship of Chuck and his crew. They assessed the problem(leak in the foundation) quoted me a price, booked appointment, showed up on time and did a very professional job.The work site was cleaned up to the point it was hard to tell there had been any serious digging at the site. If I have similar problems with my foundation they will be the first people I will call!! I would not hesitate to recommend Chuck and his crew if you have foundation problems that need repair. Duncan Hardie

- Duncan H. 4/12/2015

Professsional and Polite

My experience with City Residential was very positive. I had a crack on my foundation and knew we needed it fixed. They came in and addressed the situation and did the work cleanly and professionaly. Our property was kept nice and tidy during the repairs and they worked safely during the work. Its been a few years now since the work and no issues whatsoever. I will be using them again once we decided to fix a few areas around the garage that they pointed out would need fixing someday. Very happy and positive experience.

- Chris L. 4/6/2015

Foundation Crack (back) and Drainage (front)

The foundation crack at the back was difficult to get to and difficult to dig out. The work was done well and on time. the drainage trench at the front was also done very well and on time. I hope I don't need Chuck again but if I have foundation, drainage issues, he will be my 1st call. bc

- Barry C. 3/30/2015

This is a highly professional company with reliable, honest service. Chuck, the owner, came exactly when promised, took the time to listen to my concerns, explained the problem in an easy to understand language, described in great detail how it could be fixed, and what was - and what was not - necessary. Chuck and his team's attitude and service were at all times very honest, courteous and highly professional. Although I needed to be out of town, there were no surprises or additional costs, and everything was left tidy and clean. Chuck even followed up a couple of days later to check if everything was all right and done to my satisfaction. All in all, I was very impressed with the quality of work and the services received and would highly recommend the company.

- Beate A. 3/30/2015

City Residential Foundation Repair

Chuck Naish and his team from City Residential Foundation Repair were excellent to deal with in every aspect. Their level of integrity throughout the entire process was outstanding. They were honest, respectful and their ability to explain the process and the solution options were extremely helpful to us. The scope of the project was big, however Chuck walked us through every step of the way; assessment, testing, options and repairs which resulted in a very successful outcome. In addition, Chuck and his team were able to complete the necessary repairs with minimal impact to our newly completed landscaping which included a lot of hard scape, tiered armour stone, gardens and a pool. They kept the work site impeccable over the duration of the project. We have and will continue to highly recommend Chuck Naish for his very professional and skilled foundation repair work.

- Annette and Rick B. 3/8/2015

My experience with City Residential was great. Chuck was very friendly and very easy to deal with. I especially appreciated that he was able to come by and do the estimate in the evening when I was off work. They did the work exactly as they said they would, no surprises (which in my mind is the most you can ask for). I was really surprised by how clean they left everything in the evenings and when the job was complete. They will definitley be the first people I call if I ever need more foundation work.

- Charlie A 3/2/2015

Weeping Tile system replaced

We are very please with the work that was done. It was always a pleasure to speak with the owner and explain to him what was going on. Although we found the job to be pricey, it is impossible for us to determine if it was adequate or not at it's hard to compare to others. He ran into several problems at my house while doing the job and he took it upon himself to call the City at two different occasion so they could do some testing before he could go on. Safety was very important for them so they took all the necessary precaution so that no one could get hurt or fall into the hole that were done all around the house.

- Gisele P. 1/29/2015
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