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All the Signs of Black Mold in Air Vents and What to Do About It
Q: Each time my air conditioning kicks on, I notice a musty smell inside my house. I also noticed dark spores around ...
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The Signs, Causes, and Solutions for Mold on Insulation
Q: I’ve recently noticed a musty smell throughout my home. I suspect it’s mold, but I haven’t seen any visual signs o...
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This GE 50-Pint Dehumidifier Dried My Basement and Empties Itself
Hot, humid summers and cool, damp winters are part of life here in Georgia. The plentiful moisture can impact health ...
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5 Sneaky Signs of Mold Under Hardwood Floors
Q: Lately I’ve noticed some discoloration in my floors and a strong musty smell. Could these be signs of mold under m...
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The Hisense Wi-Fi Dehumidifier Created a More Comfortable Home in Our Tests
Like so many other people, I've fallen headlong into the smart-home movement. I like the devices I purchase to tell m...
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5 Ways to Identify Water Damage vs. Mold (and What to Do Next)
No one wants to find unsightly water damage or mold in their home. These issues go beyond mere aesthetics, though: No...
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Solved! These Are the 8 Telltale Signs of Mold in the House
Q: It’s been pretty humid outside, and lately I’ve noticed a musty smell in certain parts of my house. I’ve also been...
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Black Mold vs. Wood Rot: 6 Key Differences and Dangers—And What to Do About Them
The differences between black mold and wood rot may seem minimal at first glance. Both occur on wood surfaces as a re...
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Does This Popular Frigidaire Dehumidifier Tackle Humidity With Ease? We Tested It to Find Out!
Upstate New York is no stranger to humid summer weather. As of late, our summers are hotter and more humid than in ye...
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Solved! Here's Exactly How To Treat Mold in HVAC Systems
Q: I’ve noticed a musty smell each time my air conditioner turns on. Do I have mold in my HVAC? How do I get rid of i...
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How To Tell The Difference Between Grub Damage and Fungus Damage to a Lawn
Grub damage versus fungus problems can look similar, but there are a few ways to determine if the unsightly dead patc...
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Solved! This Is What Mold on the Ceiling Means—and Here's How to Get Rid of It
Q: As I was getting ready to take a shower, I looked up and noticed black splotches on my bathroom ceiling. What caus...
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The Best Air Humidifiers and Purifiers of 2023
Combination air humidifiers and purifiers add moisture to the air and filter out pollutants at the same time. For hom...
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The Best Ionic Air Purifiers of 2023
Ionic air purifiers use ionizers to clean the air. These ionizers charge airborne particles, which causes them to be ...
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The Best Air Purifiers for Dust of 2023
Household dust is unavoidable, but it’s easier to keep on top of banishing these dirty fine particles with an air pur...
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Solved! Who Do You Call for Mold Inspection?
Q: There’s a weird smell in my house that I think might be mold. I don’t know who to call for mold inspection—is it a...
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Powdery Mildew: How to Prevent and Treat This Common Plant Problem
Powdery mildew on plants is most common during spring or autumn when nights may become significantly cooler and more ...
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The Best Mold Removal Companies of 2023
Mold removal is an important household task—especially if the mold spreads to a large area. Leaving mold to flourish ...
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Solved! Who Do I Call for a Water Leak in the Ceiling?
Q: I just noticed water stains on the ceiling of my home. Part of me just wants to paint over them, but then I realiz...
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Solved! What to Do When There’s Water in Your Crawl Space
Q: I recently opened the access door to my crawl space and found it full of water. I couldn’t spot an active leak to ...
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How to Test Air Quality in Your Home
Household pollutants can come from a variety of sources including the materials used in your home's construction, and...
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How to Get Rid of Dog Vomit Slime Mold
What is dog vomit slime mold?Despite its unpleasant appearance, and equally unpleasant name, slime mold isn’t anythin...
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How to Get Rid of Mold in the Basement ASAP
Mold and mildew are common household scourges that can over time cause damage to the home, particularly when they lin...
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Solved! Why There Is Mold on the Window Sill and What to Do About It
Q: Lately, I’ve noticed mold on my window sills. I wipe it away, but it still keeps coming back. Is this a big deal? ...
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Solved! Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Mold?
Q: I found mold in my home and I’m hiring a professional to remove it. Does my homeowners insurance cover mold proble...
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Solved! What Kills Mold?
Q: I think I’ve found mold in my home. What’s the best product to kill mold once it’s identified?A: When a homeowner ...
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Solved! Can You Paint Over Mold?
Q: I just discovered mold on the walls in my bedroom. Is there an easy way to get rid of it? What happens if you pain...
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The Best Mold Test Kit of 2023
Mold is a problem that can crop up seemingly out of nowhere, though there are common areas where mold tends to recur,...
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How To Identify Black Mold And Get Rid of It For Good
There are various types of mold in nature, many non-hazardous, but mold is not something anyone wants to see inside t...
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How Much Does Mold Remediation Cost?
Highlights The typical cost range for mold remediation is $1,125 to $3,439, and the national average cost is $2,254....
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How Much Does Mold Inspection Cost?
Highlights The typical cost range for a home mold inspection is $299 to $1,014, with a national average of $656. Co...
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Solved! What's Causing the Fish Smell in My House?
Q: Help! I haven’t cooked fish for several days, but my house smells like I invited the neighborhood over for a huge ...
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Solved! What Does Mold Smell Like?
Q. There’s a strange musty odor in my basement. I’ve opened the windows, but the smell won’t go away. Is it mold? Wha...
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Solved! What Does Black Mold Look Like?
Q. There are some odd black stains that suddenly appeared on a wall in my basement. Should I be worried that it’s mol...
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What’s the Difference? Mold vs. Mildew
There’s a lot of confusion about the difference between mold and mildew, likely because of how much these two organis...
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The Best Air Purifiers for Mold in 2023
Mold isn’t only unsightly; it can make a home smell unpleasant and, at worst, trigger health issues. Only air purifie...
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The Best Small Dehumidifiers
Dehumidifiers eliminate excess moisture from the air, drying damp or excessively moist environments to prevent bacter...
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The Best Moisture Meters Tested in 2023
Moisture meters can test the moisture content of many different materials, including drywall, paneling, and wood stud...
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5 Fixes for Mold in Hiding in Your Washing Machine
Over time, the moisture inside the washing machine can get trapped in hard to reach places and can easily become a gr...
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The 12 Most Common Types of Mold in the Home
Mold is a vital part of the earth’s natural recycling process, and because it’s so prevalent in the environment, it’s...
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12 Big Mistakes That Lead to Mold and Mildew Growth
Mold and mildew are types of fungus that thrive in moist, warm areas both inside and outside your home. Although most of these annoying fungi aren’t directly harm...
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The Dark, Dirty Truth About Household Mold (And How to Rid Yourself of It)
There are few homeowner problems more terrifying than mold. While thousands of molds are part of the natural environment, ghastly examples of it can be lurking in...
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12 Places in Your Kitchen Where Mold Could Be Hiding
Kitchens are supposed to be spaces for creating delicious meals and memories, not breeding grounds for mold. But because kitchens have a lot of moisture, they off...
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This Lawn Fungus Might Be Lurking Beneath the Snow in Your Yard
After a long winter, the return of songbirds and colorful splashes of early blooming bulbs are welcome signs of sprin...
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Mold on Walls? The Key to Permanent Removal Is Knowing Where It Hides
Q: Ugh! I’ve recently discovered gross patches of mold on the walls in my bathroom. Is it dangerous? How do I get rid...
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The Best Dehumidifiers for Basements Tested and Reviewed
Dehumidifiers for basement ventilation reduce the likelihood of mold and mildew growth leading to cleaner, safer air ...
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7 Health Hazards Lurking in Your Basement
Basements were once used solely as utility rooms that housed furnaces, laundry areas, and overflow storage for seasonal items, tools, and sometimes even root vege...
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8 Ways to Mildew-Proof Your Bathroom
Plagued by excess moisture and lack of ventilation, bathrooms are especially susceptible to mildew. The fungus typically appears on walls, tile, or grout, and it ...
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14 Surprising Places Where Mold Hides in the Home
One of the most common living organisms in the world may have taken up residence in your home, and you may not even know it. Mold—the common name for thousands of...
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How to Test for Mold in Your Home in 6 Steps
Damp rooms, such as a bathroom, are prime breeding grounds for mold and mildew. Some of the most common signs of a mo...
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3 Steps to Remove Mildew from Your Home Exterior
This content has been brought to you by Hyde Tools. Its facts and opinions are those of BobVila. com. Are mildew stre...
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How to Get Rid of Black Mold in Your Home
Knowing how to get rid of a black mold is a skill set every DIYer and homeowner should have in their know-how arsenal...
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11 Bathroom Hazards That Harm Your Home and Health
Your bathroom may be your spot to relax in the tub after a long day, but with all that plumbing, humidity, and other business going on in there, the location’s fu...
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How To: Get Mold Out of Carpet
Untreated dampness on carpet—whether caused by a persistent leak, overzealously watered plants, or a not-quite-houset...
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Black Mold in the Bathroom? Cleaning Supplies May Not Be Enough
Q: I just went to clean our rental property after the tenant moved out, and I found black mold in the bathroom. Yuck!...
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The Do’s and Dont’s of Basement Storage
Whether you're packing away seasonal gear, or stockpiling a few extra home essentials, the basement is a natural storage spot. Because the basement is dark, cool,...
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The Right Way to Clean a Shower Curtain, According to Pros From Molly Maid and DeluxeMaid
Given all the humidity, shampoo, and conditioner your shower curtain and liner are exposed to day in and day out, it ...
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How to Remove Mold From Wood
Because wood naturally soaks up and retains water it’s an ideal environment for mold and mildew. If you have baseboar...
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How To: Get Rid of Mildew Odor
Among household odors, mildew undoubtedly ranks among the worst. And unfortunately, it's all too common, lurking in t...
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11 Home Hazards to Know and Avoid
If you ask most people where they feel the safest, chances are the answer will be in their own home. But home safety depends on a variety of factors, and potentia...
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How To: Kill Mold
For those who live in a damp climate—or in a poorly ventilated home—mold can be a cause for concern. That's not only ...
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Quick Tip: DIY Mold Removal
Can You Tackle Mold Removal on Your Own?Mold problems are present in about 4 out of 10 American homes. With the often...
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What You Need to Know Before Buying a Sump Pump
I’ve been lucky with basements. Having purchased five houses in my life, not one has had serious basement moisture is...
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How To: Dry a Wet Basement
A basement water problem can be as obvious as there being several inches of floodwater standing at the base of the st...
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Insulating the Roof and Installing Mold-Resistant Drywall
The roof of the new addition is being insulated – in an environmentally conscious way – to retain the heat from the radiant heating system. Moisture- and mold-res...
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Fiberglass Windows, Sliding Glass Patio Doors, and Mold-Growth Prevention
Fiberglass windows and sliding glass patio doors are installed. A trailer is brought in to remove moist air and bring in dry, clean air to prevent mold growth whi...
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Finishing Touch: Master Bath Custom Corian Tub Surround
A Corian tub surround is installed in the master bathroom, custom fit through a digital photo template system. Steps are taken to prevent water seepage and bacter...
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Fixing Squeaky Floors
Bob talks with a floor expert about how to fix squeaky floors.
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Reworking the Existing Plumbing and Replacing Brass Water Pipes with PEX Tubing
Bob reviews the work done on the existing plumbing in the basement and the replacement of obsolete brass water pipes.
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Keep Water Out of the Basement
Basement drainage systems are installed to control moisture and humidity and to eliminate rot and mildew.
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Fixing the Home's Gutter System
Bob reviews how keeping water out of the basement is a central concern in any basement remodeling project.
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Touring a Neighborhood in Melrose
Bob meets with a local real estate broker and with homeowner Sarah Monzon, whose basement will be finished to create additional family space.
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Basement Remodeling Update and Installing Subfloor to Prevent Water Damage
Bob discusses the installation of a plastic subfloor to prevent water damage and the selection of a basement dehumidifier.
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Installing a Basement Half-Bathroom
Bob discusses the installation of a basement half-bathroom, including wiring, plumbing, and radiant heating.
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Fast-Pace Drywall Installation and Mold-Resistant Interior Siding
Bob spends a moment with the drywall contractor before speaking with Thad Goodman of Georgia Pacific. Mr. Goodman tells Bob about the unique, mold-resistant prope...
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Moisture Content and Vapor Barrier for Wood Floors
Howard Brickman shows Bob two ways to measure the moisture content of wood.
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Blowing In Cellulose Insulation
Bob joins Joe Sheridan (from Energy Guard) to learn more about the US Greenfiber Cocoon cellulose insulation being used in the barn.
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Decorative Woodwork Restoration
Bob assists Patty Hettich in stripping paint from decorative woodwork, then making rubber molds to create new details in the Federal-style home.
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Bench Construction
The wood has arrived for the perimeter benches, so Bob and contractor Bob Ryley begin constructing the architect-designed benches for the greenhouse. The wood is ...
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