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Musty smells in houses may be attributed to several causes, including: Mold and mildew: Leaky pipes, a damaged roof, high humidity, and exposed dirt in the crawlspace may all contribute to moisture buildup. This moisture combined with the stagnant air and dark corners can lead to the growth of mold and mildew.
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Learn More »Many factors can cause musty odors including, but not limited to, mold, mildew, cigarette, and pet odors. Whether your home is eight years old or 80, these smells don’t discriminate. Read on to learn more about the potential causes and how to combat them. So, just what is the source of that offensive old house smell? Musty smells in houses may be attributed to several causes, including: Mold and mildew: Leaky pipes, a damaged roof, high humidity, and exposed dirt in the crawlspace may all contribute to moisture buildup. This moisture combined with the stagnant air and dark corners can lead to the growth of mold and mildew. Mold and mildew can hide behind walls or in other unseen places. Worse, long after the mold dies, its odor lingers, having permeated the carpet, curtains, and upholstery, making the whole house smell like mildew. Leaky pipes, a damaged roof, high humidity, and exposed dirt in the crawlspace may all contribute to moisture buildup. This moisture combined with the stagnant air and dark corners can lead to the growth of mold and mildew. Mold and mildew can hide behind walls or in other unseen places. Worse, long after the mold dies, its odor lingers, having permeated the carpet, curtains, and upholstery, making the whole house smell like mildew. Musty odors trapped in the HVAC system : If you haven’t cleaned your ducts recently, they are likely grimy, dusty, and smelly resulting in a musty odor. In addition to your ducts, your heating and cooling equipment itself may be introducing musty odors. : If you haven’t cleaned your ducts recently, they are likely grimy, dusty, and smelly resulting in a musty odor. In addition to your ducts, your heating and cooling equipment itself may be introducing musty odors. Cigarette and cigar smoke : Smoking indoors, even occasionally, leaves a lasting impression on a home. Drywall and other soft surfaces like carpeting soak in the scent of smoke and nicotine. If the previous homeowner smoked, the walls will emit that odor for decades without proper mitigation. : Smoking indoors, even occasionally, leaves a lasting impression on a home. Drywall and other soft surfaces like carpeting soak in the scent of smoke and nicotine. If the previous homeowner smoked, the walls will emit that odor for decades without proper mitigation. Spills and messes: Pet accidents and drink spills that are not properly cleaned will seep deep into carpet padding and even the subfloor of a room. These odors can linger for years if never properly cleaned. Pet accidents and drink spills that are not properly cleaned will seep deep into carpet padding and even the subfloor of a room. These odors can linger for years if never properly cleaned. Poor Airflow: Homes that have poor air circulation can result in a musty smell. Good airflow is vital to keeping a home smelling fresh.
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Learn More »When you or your contractor remove the carpet, be sure to inspect the subfloor. If the subfloor is stained, replace it or seal it with an oil-based paint. Seal exposed dirt floor with concrete: If you have an unpaved area in the crawlspace, it could make the house smell musty after rain, or earthy during hot, humid weather. Hire a contractor to pour concrete over the dirt floor and seal the area for good.
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