Attic Mold Vs Dirt

Mold investigators sometimes come across discolorations or stains that they suspect to be mold growth only to receive a report from the lab indicating there was no mold growth.

Attic mold vs dirt.

Usually it s not that hard to distinguish between mold and dirt but sometimes we are not absolutely certain either. This occurs efficiently in attics with proper ventilation but attic mold can occur if the hot air meets the cold surface of the attic roof and creates condensation. The chief cause of attic mold is poor ventilation. This requires the ability to recognize mold growth as opposed to dirt stains or other discolorations.

How to spot signs of black mold in air vents. Particularly in cold climates when homeowners heat their homes in winter hot air tends to escape through the attic. Is it dangerous how to remove it. When looking for attic mold trace both leak.

The vast majority of attic mold is caused by humidity which is why white mold growth is common here. Dirt that can attach to your insulation includes dust dirt from outside air that does not get filtered well and dirt from construction activity within your home. If you re ever unsure of what type you have calling in certified professionals to perform mold testing services immediately is important. Moisture in your attic.

Distinguishing mold from dirt just by looking at a picture or looking from a distance can be really difficult but there are some tell tale signs. The mold itself may have a cottony texture but can also be velvety leathery or resemble dust or granules. With that said we ve learned quite a bit about white mold in our many years of mold inspection and removal. White rather than black mold grows in the soil.

White mold growing on exposed soil in crawlspace. The photo at page top shows white attic mold on the roof sheathing and rafters and some brown or black mold on the attic side of ceiling drywall where we pulled back insulation. Attics usually have a passive ventilation system in which outside air comes in through the soffit eave vents at the bottom warms up in the attic and escapes through the can or ridge vents at the top because hot air rises. White mold is lesser known but still an incredibly dangerous species of mold to deal with.

Dirt and mold can adhere to the fiberglass sheets. You might see residual staining on the items. Consult a professional to have the mold removed in a safe effective way and make sure to also consult an ac pro to prevent a future infestation. Moisture can cause mold to grow on your fiberglass insulation.

Mold can be one of the negative effects of floods or can indicate a problem with your air conditioning system. We get this question dirt or is it mold asked a lot. Mold requires two things to grow. The most common cause of attic mold by far is blocked or insufficient ventilation of the attic space.