How We Completed a Basement Mold Remediation Project on West Randall Street in Baltimore, MD 21230

The Mold Problem

This project began when the customer contacted FDP Mold Remediation of Baltimore about visible mold in the basement. She originally wanted to understand testing and inspection options and mentioned that photos had already been reviewed by another mold specialist.

Because visible mold was already present, the next step was an on-site assessment to review the basement conditions in person and define the remediation work needed. The affected work area was later identified around the foundation wall, framing under the steps, and baseboard materials.

Before mold remediation began, the customer also raised a concern about a frozen sump pump pipe in the basement. The sump pump had been unplugged because of the frozen pipe, and the customer was concerned that the pit could continue filling as ice melted.

This drainage concern needed to be reviewed before setup because the remediation equipment and active work area would limit normal access to parts of the basement during the service period.

The main challenge was completing targeted basement remediation while keeping equipment placement, material removal, cleaning, encapsulation, debris handling, and closeout organized across the 3-day service window.

What We Did

• Drainage Concern Review: Before setting up the work area, we reviewed the customer's concern about the frozen sump pump pipe and basement drainage so the project could move forward with a clear plan.
• Baseboard Removal: We removed the affected baseboard materials included in the remediation work.
• Mold Treatment: We treated the affected basement areas under the steps and along the foundation wall.
• HEPA Air Scrubbing: We installed two HEPA 500 CFM air scrubbers for 3 days. One unit was placed under the steps, and the second was placed on the finished side of the basement.
• Basement Dehumidification: We placed one LGR dehumidifier in the basement for 3 days to support moisture control during the remediation period.
• Foundation Wall and Framing Cleaning: We cleaned the affected foundation wall sections and framing under the steps.
• Encapsulation: After cleaning, the treated wall and framing areas were encapsulated with mold-blocking primer.
• Trash Disposal and Debris Removal: We removed debris generated during the remediation work before the closeout.
• Equipment Pickup and Closeout: The project included equipment pickup after the service period. The task was closed on February 2, 2026.

Results

By the end of the project, the affected basement areas had been addressed according to the defined remediation plan. Baseboards were removed where needed, the foundation wall sections and framing under the steps were cleaned, and treated areas were encapsulated with mold-blocking primer.

Two HEPA 500 CFM air scrubbers and one LGR dehumidifier operated in the basement throughout the 3-day service period. Debris was removed and the work area was cleaned.

Conclusion

This basement mold remediation project on West Randall Street in Baltimore required a targeted response under the steps and along the foundation wall. The work also included a pre-work review of the customer's sump pump and basement drainage concern before the remediation setup began.

The FDP Mold Remediation team completed the planned baseboard removal, mold treatment, air scrubbing, dehumidification, cleaning, encapsulation, debris handling, equipment pickup, and closeout.

Why FDP Mold Remediation

FDP Mold Remediation of Baltimore handles mold projects with a structured, condition-based approach. Depending on what is found on site, a basement mold remediation project may include:

• Reviewing visible mold concerns
• Checking access or drainage issues before setup
• Placing HEPA air filtration equipment
• Using dehumidification equipment when moisture control is part of the service plan
• Removing affected materials where needed
• Cleaning affected wall, framing, or baseboard areas
• Applying mold-blocking primer after cleaning when encapsulation is included
• Removing debris and completing project closeout

This project shows how a targeted basement remediation plan can address affected foundation wall areas, framing under the steps, and baseboard materials within one defined service project.

If you have mold under basement steps, along foundation walls, or near baseboards, we can inspect the affected area and provide a clear remediation plan. Contact us to discuss your situation and schedule an on-site assessment.

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