Step 5 treating floor joists in crawl spaces.
White mold on floor joists.
Removing the problem depends on the type of fungus responsible and the degree of infestation.
But when it occurs it s often white in color.
Significant areas of rot were noted in framing along exterior wall the inspector was able to pass a 3 5 knife blade completely into the rim joist along the back foundation wall.
Grab a helper for this task if you can.
A variety of fungi can result in mold or mildew on floor joists.
In cool climates mold growth on floor joists is rare.
The extent to which mold affects your health varies based off of many factors.
Black mold on floor joists is generally more hazardous than white mold on floor joists for example.
Inspection of crawlspace revealed moderate mold growth throughout significant areas of subfloor and floor joists.
The main ones being how sensitive you are to a particular type of mold and the amount of mycotoxins a particular type of mold releases into the atmosphere.
White mold is commonly found growing on wood surfaces.
In crawl spaces where lighting is more dim take an extension cord and a drop light with you as you inspect the floor joists for mold.
In some cases altering the conditions around the wood can stop growth but in more severe situations a visit from a professional is required.