Basements are untapped resources in many homes. You can finish a basement, transforming it into a living room, home office, teen's bedroom, or a dream entertainment room or home gym. You can even turn ...

Unless you’re making cheese or growing mushrooms, keeping all fungus out of your home should be a top priority. But sometimes how to get rid of mold—likely the most feared fungus for the hygienic ...

Mildew growth is surface-level, so it's easy to get rid of with vinegar or bleach. Mold penetrates deeper into a surface, so it's harder to remove.

Aim to keep basement humidity between 40% and 50% in summer to prevent mold, musty smells, and allergens. Use a hygrometer to monitor humidity, fix drainage or flooding issues, and consider a vapor ...

“Place bowls of activated charcoal around the basement to help remove the musty smell,” he suggests. White vinegar is yet another odor-neutralizing option. For more resistant smells, it’s hard to beat ...

A few smart fixes are all it takes to freshen things up.

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – All of this rain lately has become a nuisance for homeowners, in more ways than one. A big concern right now, basement flooding which could lead to mold. Whenever there’s ...

Controlling moisture is much more of a challenge for rooms below ground than those above. Basements are often dark, dank places where mold and mildew thrive. Moisture gets into your basement from ...

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