Basement Still Smells Musty With Dehumidifier? The Real Fix
Running a dehumidifier but your basement still smells musty? Learn how to troubleshoot lingering odors, from deep-cleaning your machine to finding hidden moisture.
White Powder on Basement Walls? What It Is and How to Fix It
Discovered a chalky white substance on your basement walls? Learn how to identify harmless efflorescence, clean it safely, and stop the moisture causing it.
Why Your Basement Floor Drain Smells (And the 1-Minute Fix)
A rotten-egg smell in your basement is alarming, but it rarely means a broken sewer line. Learn how to fix a smelly floor drain in one minute with a bucket of water and a clever mineral oil trick.
Basement Musty Smell Won't Go Away? 4 Hidden Causes
Running a dehumidifier around the clock but still dealing with a basement musty smell? Discover four hidden sources of localized moisture and how to eliminate them for good.
How to Fix Peeling Bathroom Paint (And Stop It Coming Back)
Stop the cycle of flaking bathroom walls. Learn how to diagnose moisture issues, properly prep damaged drywall, and apply the right moisture-resistant paint.
Can You Put New Attic Insulation Over Old? A Quick Guide
Wondering if you can put new attic insulation over old? In most cases, yes. Learn when it's safe to layer, what materials to mix, and when you absolutely must remove the old stuff first.
How to Stop Window Condensation on the Inside Before Mold Starts
Waking up to foggy windows and wet sills is rarely a window defect—it's an indoor humidity issue. Learn how to stop interior window condensation before it causes costly wood rot and mold.
Should Crawl Space Vents Be Open or Closed in Summer?
Wondering what to do with your foundation vents as the weather warms up? Discover why modern building science says keeping them closed is the best way to prevent mold, rot, and moisture damage.
Why You Need a Spring Chimney Inspection Before the Summer Heat
Most homeowners wait until fall to book a chimney sweep, but mid-spring is the smartest time to clean out winter ash, prevent summer odors, and block nesting pests.
How to Check Your Crawl Space for Moisture and Stop Mold
Spring rainstorms often trap hidden water under your house. Learn how to safely inspect your crawl space for moisture before summer heat turns it into a mold problem.
How to Reduce Basement Humidity and Prevent Summer Mold
As spring rains transition into sticky summer heat, cool basements often begin to 'sweat.' Learn how to diagnose moisture sources, properly size a dehumidifier, and stop condensation before mold takes hold.
10 Clever DIY Bedroom Lifehacks Every Homeowner Needs
Upgrade your sleep space this weekend with practical DIY bedroom lifehacks that silence squeaks, block light, and organize clutter.