How To Eliminate Mold in Your Home
If you live in Georgia then you understand just how bad the humidity is here, especially in the spring and summer. If you have a crawl space, then there is a good chance that your crawl space has suffered from the effects of the high humidity. When there is moisture in you crawl space, mold isn't far behind. A lot of homeowners don't even realize that they have a mold problem because they aren't in their crawl space often. But a persistent musty smell, increased humidity inside, and sagging floors are common signs of mold.
The good new is: we can fix it! With the right solution we can remove the mold and install systems that prevent it from ever coming back.
Why Crawl Space Mold Is a Bigger Deal Than You Think
It’s easy to ignore what you can’t see. But your crawl space has a bigger impact on your home than most people realize.
- Up to 50% of the air in your home comes from your crawl space
- Mold spores don’t stay contained, they move into your living space
- Over time, mold can start breaking down the wood supporting your home
So even though it’s “under the house,” it still affects what’s happening inside it.
How NuWood Actually Removes Mold
At Atlanta Basement Systems, we use a process called NuWood mold remediation, which uses soda blasting to fully remove mold from wood surfaces. And it’s a lot more effective than it sounds.
Here’s how it works:
We use baking soda
NuWood uses sodium bicarbonate which is basically the same non-toxic, food-grade baking soda you’d use in your kitchen. No harsh chemicals, no fumes, no off-gassing.
It’s blasted at high pressure onto the wood
The baking soda is applied using high-pressure air, which physically removes mold from the surface of the wood, without damaging it. Think of it like a deep clean that actually strips the mold away.
The mold is neutralized instantly
This is the part most people don’t realize: The soda blasting doesn’t just knock mold loose, it kills it on contact by changing the pH level. So what falls away isn’t active mold anymore it’s just inert dust.
The wood is restored, not replaced
After treatment, the wood often looks almost brand new again.
Here’s the Part Most People Don't Fix
Getting rid of mold is only half the solution. If your crawl space is still damp, humid, or exposed to outside air…mold will come back. Every time.That’s why mold remediation without moisture control is usually just a temporary fix.
The Real Solution: Fix the Environment
Once the mold is treated, the next step is making sure your crawl space stays dry. That’s where crawl space encapsulation comes in. Think of it as creating a controlled, sealed environment under your home instead of letting outside moisture take over.
What encapsulation does:
- Blocks moisture from the ground and outside air
- Keeps humidity levels under control
- Prevents mold from coming back
- Helps your home feel less humid overall
- Can even improve energy efficiency
A full system typically includes:
- A heavy-duty vapor barrier
- A crawl space dehumidifier
- Sealing vents and air gaps
- Drainage solutions if needed
Let Us Take a Look For You
If you’re in the Atlanta area and think something might be going on under your home, we’ll come take a look for free.
No pressure or obligations, just a clear understanding of:
- What’s happening
- How serious it is
- And what it would take to fix it
Schedule your free crawl space inspection with Atlanta Basement Systems and get ahead of the problem before it gets worse.
