smokin5s Posted August 4, 2016 Report Share Posted August 4, 2016 So my car has been in storage, my father in-law put a plastic tarp over it thinking it would help protect it. The garage that it was being stored in had a minor flood. because of the plastic tarp, it didn't allow the water to dicipate properly and there is now mold all over the dash, seats, etc.... What is the best way to clean the mold including in the HVAC? Does anyone know of a company that can properly clean the car? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEVE-O Posted August 4, 2016 Report Share Posted August 4, 2016 If it's actually into the hvac your pretty screwed without replacing the infected parts , mold spors are no joke and if you turn on the ac and that stuff is floating around in a small area you can get very sick very quick , seems like a mold remediation company would be your best call Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokin5s Posted August 4, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2016 ya, I know, that's why I posted hoping someone knew a company that was reasonably priced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEVE-O Posted August 4, 2016 Report Share Posted August 4, 2016 (edited) Debt magic/wizard used to but it has honestly been a while since I have needed but try giving them a call and see if it is still a service, Edited August 4, 2016 by Paul Edit remove todd estoric per anthonys requst Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gergwheel1647545492 Posted August 4, 2016 Report Share Posted August 4, 2016 Try an Ozone machine, i guess it kills mold? so fire that bad boy up and run the HVAC for a few hours. Might take a couple sessions but it should work? http://www.odorfreemachines.com/mold-odor-removal/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeesammy Posted August 4, 2016 Report Share Posted August 4, 2016 I wouldnt risk it some magic spray, I'd be replacing everything involved Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwashmycar Posted August 4, 2016 Report Share Posted August 4, 2016 A GOOD detailer should be able to work some magic, but it sounds like a lotta loot either way you go, unless you personally disasseble the interior and clean everything after researching and buying proper chemicals. Quick Googled example: http://northwestautosalon.com/services/interior-detailing/mold-remediation-removal/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted August 4, 2016 Report Share Posted August 4, 2016 I think its distilled white vinegar. Spray it everywhere, let soak, use brush, extract, wipe clean, allow to dry completely, might need to remove carpets, seats etc. Do that a ton, and then follow with ozone machine. As far as if its in the hvac, you pretty much have to remove and clean/replace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdk 4219 Posted August 4, 2016 Report Share Posted August 4, 2016 You will need to get the temperature in the car above 145 degrees for at least 45 minutes to kill mold spores. The key to this is removing the carpet, as the carpet will hold the shit water forever, and the moisture in the car will allow the mold to continue. Believe me if the carpet got wet and has any foam rubber sound deadening you must remove it and dry it out and spray with chemicals and power wash, and allow thorough drying time in the sun. The rest can be taken care of with spray chemicals and ozone machine. Mold is much easier than rodent urine and feces, which is almost impossible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokin5s Posted August 5, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 5, 2016 man, that worries me. pulling out the seats and the carpet is no biggie... taking apart the HVAC and yanking apart the dash is a whole different story. Running the car for several hours at idle isn't a good idea. I guess I could hook it up to a battery charger and then just let the fan run, but that won't necessarily get the heater or A/C taken care of would it? I have storage insurance on the car. I'm wondering if this would be covered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cstmg8 Posted August 5, 2016 Report Share Posted August 5, 2016 Should definitely be covered if the place flooded. For the HVAC, you could probably remove the cabin air filter under hood, and spray the appropriate chemical while running the a/c. Depends on vehicle though. Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImUrOBGYN Posted August 6, 2016 Report Share Posted August 6, 2016 Would just like to add that even once the mold spores are killed, they do still exist and can still cause irritation and an allergic reaction. So be sure to wear an appropriate mask and clean your clothing properly afterward. At least a good outside shaking out and then straight to the washer. Good luck, man. Will be a lot of work. I hope they cover it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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