Attic hvac system causing condensation and high humidity which caused mold throughout attic.
Attic moisture mold.
Unfortunately improper installation or choosing the wrong kind of insulation causes moisture from the lower levels of the home to rise and get trapped in the attic.
If your attic is well ventilated and has no moisture intrusion you won t have attic mold to deal with.
And while it will cost some money to take care of it know that it can be taken care of quickly and at a reasonable cost.
Mold will survive in almost any environment that is the right temperature has moisture even in the air and has something for food e g.
Mold located on ductwork on roof decking trusses or just about anywhere in the attic is simply a problem of excessive moisture.
As such it is recommend you minimize attic storage as much as possible.
Attic mold is caused by moisture issues.
Mold requires moisture moderate temperatures and a source of energy to grow.
Mold remediation currently being done throughout whole house.
Wood cardboard clothing dust leaves and other organic components provide the needed energy source.
If you re layering insulation atop other insulation don t use the kind that has kraft face finish i e paper or foil backing.
Hvac system and attic to be fixed to reduce humidity and condensation remediation experts are saying that all mold does not need to be removed as this is not a living space.
This moisture feeds mold growth.