Mold can appear in all kinds of places in the home—while it's most commonly found in damper spots like bathrooms or basements, it can also appear in HVAC units, carpeting, and even inside the walls.

What You Need to Know Newly formed mold has a distinctive earthy or musty smell. Different types of mold have different types of smells, including rotten wood and fermenting alcohol. Mold smells are ...

Have basketfuls of toys and clothes in the kids’ rooms? This will make you think twice about everything you have in your home that could be making everyone sick. With mold becoming a year-round ...

Mold is a nasty fungus that can grow at a rapid pace and easily go unseen and spread over time if not removed. Here's the bad news: Your house can be a breeding ground for mold spores, especially if ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...

I woke up this morning to see condensation on my windows. It’s one sure sign that the weather has turned a corner, and my home could quite easily become a mold haven if I let it. This early sign is a ...

There’s nothing charming about the sight of mold and mildew spreading in your otherwise pristinely decorated bathroom. Not only do these unwelcome guests mar the elegance of your carefully curated ...

The World Health Organization released a list of the most health-threatening fungi. The ranking is based on fungal resistance to drugs, deadliness, and available treatments. Fungal infections are ...