Placing a portable dehumidifier in the basement will help to remove mold from a basement and keep humidity below 50%. However, these machines are designed to work in a small area such as a single ...

A basement is a breeding ground for musty smells caused by damp, mildew, and in some cases, mold. Here's expert tips on how to tackle smells and keep them away for good.

And if you do have signs of either mold or mildew in your basement, it’s time for a rigorous clean. Mold is likely to be the most common problem; the fungus will grow on anything left in a moist ...

"Approximately 60-percent of U.S. homes are plagued by wet basements, and 38-percent run the risk of serious basement mold," says Robert Weitz, Principal & Founder at RTK Environmental Group.

But bad odors aren't the only telltale sign that you might need to install a fan. Other common signs include persistent dampness, visible mold growth on walls or floors, and condensation on windows.

Once your basement is empty of water, FEMA says homeowners should "act fast" on clean up. "Time is critical to combat the threat of mold, which can appear in one or two days," FEMA says. close ...

Basement water leaks can escalate into a much larger issue. Learn what might be causing this problem, and find out what to do about it.

Homeless since July, a South Side mother said she is so sick, she can't even sleep in her own bed. Latrice Montgomery blames well-known developer Related Midwest for her illness.

My basement was a casualty of the 2021 flood. I didn't know what to do next. ... and so far, the mold is winning. My basement flooded in this weekend's storm — six to eight inches, ...