Identify and tackle that unwanted "basement" smell in your home. Imaginima/Getty Images We’ve all been there—you walk into a room and a familiar but unpleasant scent hits your nostrils. It’s ...

A basement is a breeding ground for musty smells caused by damp, mildew, and in some cases, mold. Here's expert tips on how to tackle smells and keep them away for good.

More often than not, the musty smell is caused by mildew and/or mold, which easily grows in basements because of their dampness. To get rid of that smell, you first have to figure out its source.

We live in the Pacific Northwest (where it rains a lot) and leave our home for six months in the winter. We leave the heat set at 50 degrees while we're gone. When we return, the house has a musty ...