Alger Heights is a neighborhood on the southeast side of Grand Rapids, centered on Alger Street, with a small business district and streets of mid-century homes.
Many of these homes have basements that were finished decades ago and finished again since, often with layers of paneling, drywall and carpet over concrete. When there's a leak or a wet spring, the moisture gets trapped behind those layers, and the first sign is usually the smell.
Call (616) 226-9528If you're planning to redo the basement, have it checked for moisture and old mold first. It's the easiest time to fix it.
Common questions
Our basement smells worse after rain. Why?
Rain raises moisture around the foundation, which can seep into the walls and floor. If mold is already growing behind finishes, the smell gets stronger when it's damp.
Can you remove mold without redoing the whole basement?
Often yes. Usually only the affected parts, often the bottom of the walls and the flooring, need to come out.
Do you cover Alger Heights and Kentwood?
Yes, both, plus Garfield Park and the rest of the southeast side.