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tracey38

09:55AM | 07/28/07
Member Since: 07/27/07
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damp cellar

Tags: Basement & Foundation
I live in a house that was built in 1940 and has a dirt wall cellar. I want to know what we can install to properly ventilate the space. It is damp, musty and nasty. Is there a product that can be installed that would run as needed to help with this problem. Please advise!!!

KingVolcano

09:04AM | 08/06/07
Member Since: 03/03/05
273 lifetime posts
I have installed many units with success. However since you have a musty smell, you still need to address the mold issue. Venting won't kill it.

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