I've been dealing with mold in my shower caulking for years now—I've removed and replaced it three times in the last four years, but it keeps coming back. There's a 1 to 1.5 inch gap between the shower tile and the tub, and the tile is plastic, which can be pushed a bit into the wall. I'm concerned there might be mold behind the tile as well since the drywall near the tub is bubbled, which makes me think it could be moldy too. Since I rent, I'm worried about my landlord charging me for any removal or repairs, so I'd like to handle this myself if I can. What steps should I take, or should I just hire a professional?
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Sounds like you're facing a tough mold situation! From my experience, sometimes a complete tear-out and redo is necessary. I had a similar issue where a tile got pushed in, and it led to a ton of mold and rotting that needed major repairs. It's essential to address this sooner rather than later. Instead of just re-caulking, consider either switching to fiberglass surrounds or exploring the Kerdi shower systems if you're up for a DIY project. It's a more permanent solution!
Yeah, I'm just worried about the cost and whether my landlord will cover this. DIY might be my only option right now.