Detroit Real Estate

If you are looking to buy a Canton foreclosure with basement mold the best scenario is when the sewer has backed up or that the damage is from the sump pump.  When the electricity is shut off to a Canton foreclosure the sump pump can't run.  Then the basement floods.

That can be the cause of mold.  Usually you can tell that because the mold is only comes up a short distance up the wall.  There is no mold on the ceiling, no mold on the floor joists, or on the bottom of the first floor flooring.

What is great about basement mold that has been caused by ground water is that it is easy to remediate and fix the basement.  Basement mold scares many buyers, so finding a Canton home with basement mold caused by ground water can get you a house at a very low price.

Now remember I am not a mold remediation specialist and I recommend you to hire a professional company or to read more on mold remediation from other sources.  To take care of this basement mold here are some of the steps you need to take:

1. Remove all the materials that have mold on it.  You can cut the drywall out or the paneling out up to the spot the water has caused mold.  I would probably cut 1 -2 foot higher for safety.
2. I would check the basement walls to make sure there are no other areas moisture is coming in.
3. Remediate any mold with a bleach solution or any solution recommended.
4. Encapsulate the area.  I myself would paint the area after it has dried for several days.
5. Then I would re-do the basement

Basement mold is a serious issue.  So don't take what I say as gospel.  Research the subject more on your own.    NEVER BUY A HOME WITH MOLD IF you have breathing issues.  If the home has been professionally remediated and has a guarantee then you might consider it.  But sometimes you can find a Canton home or a home with basement mold that may not be a major issue.  You may be able to buy that Canton home at a price way below market price.

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