After the winds have subsided, the rain has stopped and flood waters have receded, many homeowners find themselves facing the real challenge of a hurricane or tropical storm: the clean-up. Even if you ...

Mold and mildew go hand-in-hand with sunlight deprivation and dampness. North-facing surfaces most easily fall prey to the green growth that stains external walls, decks, sidewalks and furniture. Here ...

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 paint over mold? A: Painting over mold may cover up the dark patches where the mold is ...

Dealing with the paint peeling around the house? We break down 15 reasons why this might be happening and how you can prevent it in the future.

A: The mildew is growing because the porch ceiling gets wet, most likely from condensation that forms there because of the way a porch straddles the divide between indoors and outdoors. Air under a ...

If you've recently purchased a fixer-upper and a home remodel is on your agenda, beware of potential health risks. Older homes are notorious for harboring numerous hazards like lead, asbestos, radon ...

Q. My house is now 25 years old. It’s covered with vinyl siding. Every summer, mold and mildew develops on the north side of my house. Every few years I remove it. Is there some coating I can apply to ...

The spots, the smell and the struggle with mold and mildew are a common complaint to 5 On Your Side. When it's your house, you know you have to take care of it. But what about renters? Those who are ...

Because moisture, must, and mystery smells don’t get squatters’ rights.