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While a musty smell in the basement might seem normal, it can often be a sign of a more serious problem, like hidden moisture or mold. Before it turns into a bigger issue, it’s important to identify ...

(Photo: depositphotos.com) What You Need to Know Newly formed mold has a distinctive earthy or musty smell. Different types of mold have different types of smells, including rotten wood and fermenting ...

The gurgling of a household sink working in concert with the stench of sewage, home inspector Rob Byrne ran the water. Something was wrong. He checked the main house trap. Byrne smelled the fumes — ...

A room that smells stale in every season is rarely just a housekeeping problem. Persistent mustiness almost always traces back to moisture that is getting into your home, then quietly staying put ...

Mold doesn’t grow just on walls or ceilings—it can grow in some pretty unexpected places in your house. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has tackled a wide range ...