"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Water leaks and pooling in your basement can, unfortunately, happen for a number of reasons. Common ...

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — With all the rain this spring it's all hands-on deck at Service Restoration in Bloomington. "It's busy, busy,” manager Ray Sandey said. "Everybody's working right now." Over the ...

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 ...

Basements are notorious for moisture issues, from musty smells to visible water seepage spots. If you’ve noticed any signs of excess moisture, you might be wondering if sealing the concrete floor is ...

According to insurance industry research, an average of 14,000 people per day experience a water emergency — like basement flooding — in their home or business and 98% of basements will suffer water ...

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 ...

LANCASTER, Pa. — Central Pennsylvania is still expected to feel the effects of flooding into the weekend and with another storm heading this way, it may be time to double-check a home’s sump pump.

Rich in acetic acid, vinegar is a miracle natural cleaner, so you can clean everything in your basement with vinegar solution ...

Improving foundation ventilation to prevent moisture buildup is a critical part of crawl space maintenance for Dallas homeowners. Moisture in the crawl space can compromise foundation health and ...