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 ...

Basements have a reputation for being cool, damp spaces—perfect for storing holiday decorations but not so great for a comfortable, healthy environment. Whether you’re aiming to convert an unfinished ...

MISSION, Kan., Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- (Family Features) If your basement feels muggy, the air is damp or it's a bit on the stinky side, you may have a humidity issue. Addressing and correcting ...

A musty smell in your basement might not seem like a huge deal, but it can have some big consequences. In order to tackle it, ...

In homes that have a basement, it’s almost always the location of the HVAC equipment, so contractors spend plenty of time below grade. However, the basement is naturally prone to humidity problems, ...

Sometimes a hack isn’t about building something cool. Sometimes it’s more tactical, where the right stuff is cobbled together to gather the information needed to make decisions, or just to document ...