Get rid of mold contaminated surfaces by using a wet vacuum the type you can fill its tank partially with water to contain mold residue from the contaminated surface wipe the surface with a damp sponge or rag use clean water or wood cleaner.
How to kill mold in an attic space.
By far the most popular diy mold killer is bleach.
Bleach is corrosive and nasty to use and it kills only surface mold.
Mix a cup of bleach into a gallon of water and use that solution to attack the mold.
Here are some recommended methods to prevent mold growth.
Install dedicated dryer vent port.
The most effective way to remove mold from hard porous materials such as wood rafters and plywood roof decking is to scrub it with detergent and water while wearing a dust mask and rubber gloves.
Other options for limited areas of mold include spraying it with a mixture of water and tea tree oil or water and vinegar.
The epa and other government agencies no longer recommend bleach for doing this.
Tea tree oil and white vinegar are both completely natural and safe for wood but.
Mix 1 teaspoon of white vinegar or tea tree oil with each cup of water that you need to attack your mold colony.
You need to have dedicated dryer vent port and avoid releasing excessive moisture and heat into the closed attic.
Many people install dryer vent port that opens into the attic which makes the attic warm and damp.
Now that you ve prepped the space it s time to attack the mold itself.