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It can be unpleasant when you have a musty smell coming from your basement. However, this is a common problem in many homes due to the dark, warm, and damp conditions. Unfortunately, these are the ...

When the basement floods, the first thing you notice is water. The second thing you notice is the smell. What you don't see right away, though, is the real problem sneakily setting in. Mold can appear ...

Black mold is a microscopic fungus that thrives in damp and moist environments, particularly in older homes or those with ...

Use safer, effective cleaners over bleach. Wear protective gear and choose the right method. Prevent mold’s return by drying and ventilating properly. Mold can wreak absolute havoc on not only your ...

Dear Heloise: My trash can smells awful! For a few years now, it’s sat in the hot Texas sun, and the smell of garbage just seems to be soaked up by the heat. How can I get rid of trash can odors? -- ...

We don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series FYI where we have experts explain if lip balm is actually bad, how often you ...

Ever notice a slimy pink or reddish film on your shower walls and grout lines? This sticky substance — often called pink mold — is usually found in warm, moist environments that lack proper ...