The smells of humidity in your home could be just a minor problem with condensation and moisture, or they could be a more serious problem that you need to be aware of. You want to know if these odors are being caused by hazardous mold and water damage that is hidden in the walls, crawl space, or other areas of your home. The following troubleshooting information will help you locate possible mold problems so you can have testing done.…
If your crawl space has standing water sometimes and often smells musty, you may be dealing with a couple of different issues. One might be water that drains in after a rain and another could be constant moisture from water vapor seeping up through the soil. There are different approaches for waterproofing a crawl space. Here are some options your contractor might suggest.
Repair the Drainage Problem
If water drains into the crawl space when it rains, try to figure out why.…
When your home has become damaged by a flood, you’ll need to remove any salvageable materials and anything that is vulnerable to floodwater. This way, you can minimize the losses you may experience as a result of floodwater. Many valuables can rapidly be destroyed when exposed to water damage. You may lose irreplaceable family photographs and documents. But if you act quickly, you’ll be able to salvage more.
Beware of Mold…
