Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Aim to keep basement humidity between 40% and 50% in summer to prevent mold, musty smells, and allergens. Use a hygrometer to ...

High humidity makes us uncomfortable. Turns out it's bad for your basement, too. Here's why, and what your basement's humidity level should be.

Humidity does not stay politely under your house. When your crawl space is damp, that moisture rides the air into every room, quietly warping floors, feeding mold, and driving up energy bills long ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. EyeWolf / Getty Images Humid basements can start to feel muggy, damp, and uncomfortable, while basements with very low humidity ...

FARGO — Every winter around holiday time, most of us begin to become annoyed by our own dry, cracked and irritated skin. We blame the colder weather this time of year, but the real problem is not ...

In summer, our homes can become a hot, humid mess because the outdoor air holds so much moisture. A few hours without the air conditioner running will leave the house feeling like a steam bath, but it ...