Moisture in citrus-era wood construction
Largo's oldest wood-frame buildings date to its citrus-boom years after the 1905 incorporation, when packing houses and farmhouses were built close to irrigated grove land. Wood construction from that era, especially where it sits near a former grove, has had a long history of ground moisture working against it.
Former grove land and hidden dampness
A property that was once part of a citrus grove can retain irrigation-era moisture patterns in the soil beneath and around it longer than a lot that was never farmed, which matters for where mold is likely to develop — crawlspaces and lower wall cavities especially. Confirming a property's grove history is a useful step before an assessment.
Mold remediation options for Largo
Tell us about your Largo mold concern
Let us know if the property was ever grove or agricultural land, where you're seeing discoloration or odor, and the home's approximate age. Homeowners should confirm any provider's licensing and insurance before authorizing mold remediation work in Largo.