Decatur, AL – Waterproofing Expert Shares Tips to Get Rid of Musty House Smells

Damp, mildew smells in the home likely emit from the basement or crawlspace. Caused by excessive humidity, the smells occur when mold and mildew build up foul-smelling release gasses that permeate furnishings such as the carpet and upholstery in the main living areas of your home.  To rid these smells from your home, try some of the following tricks.

• Locate the Smell: Before you can get rid of bad smells in your Decatur home, you must first identify the location and source of the scent. When searching for the source of the smell, check the crawlspace, basement, and other wet and humid areas first.
• Open the Windows: When you open the windows, it releases stale, stagnant air from the home and lets in fresh, clean air free of bad smells.
• Purchase a Dehumidifier: A dehumidifier is an excellent addition to a basement or crawlspace. Small dehumidifiers work well, although whole-house dehumidifiers offer the best solutions.
• Add a Few Houseplants: Decorate the home with houseplants. They add character to any room in your home and naturally clean the air. Depending on the plant species selected, some may even give the air a nice aroma.
• Keep the Home Clean: A clean home is a safe, secure home that will not linger with bad smells. Keep a clean home free of trash and dirt, and sweep, mop, and vacuum floors daily to remove excess dirt build-up.
• Make Repairs: Water leaks coming from busted pipes, mold and mildew buildup, and other damages around the house can lead to unwanted musty smells in the air. Repair the damages to rid the bad odors.
• Baking Soda: Baking soda is an amazing tool that can quickly rid odors from textiles and upholstery. Just sprinkle a few drops of baking soda onto the textile, allow it to sit for half an hour, then vacuum.

Southern Crawlspace can provide additional tips or assistance in removing musty smells from your house. Our waterproofing service further eliminates the potential for bad odors emitting through your home.

Southern Crawl Space offers moisture control services, including basement and crawlspace waterproofing, drainage system installation, and vapor barrier installation. SCS guarantees to fix your moisture issues permanently. Our trained team of technicians utilizes only the best solutions for your basement or crawlspace. We are proud to offer LumberKote™and MaxxBarrier™waterproofing sealers by WatsonSeal. We are Alabama’s ONLY Watson Seal Authorized Dealer.  If you have a service request, give us a call. We will happily provide a free inspection and service estimate.