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White Mold Under Mobile Home: Treatment and Prevention

Question: 10-foot diameter white mold under mobile home in depressed area that collects water. Dangerous? How to remove?

Treatment

Loosen soil surface and spray with 20% bleach / 80% water solution. If area stays damp, mold may return—prevent water from getting under home. Not dangerous unless you have allergies; have someone else do the work.

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