Mock tells me rodents and insects can be one cause of that old house smell. So, if you suspect a problem, it’s best to call ...

An older American house can smell perfectly normal on a busy weekday, but once the doors are shut for a weekend, it can feel ...

"Old house smell." Those three dreaded words evoke something rather frightening and repellent to most homeowners. You know what we're talking about, right? It's that musty odor that creeps up and ...

If you’ve ever noticed a musty or stale scent lingering in your home, you’re not alone. Many houses develop an “old” smell over time that can make the space feel less fresh and inviting. Understanding ...

We recently bought a very old wood-frame house and did some minor renovations (ripped up carpet, refinished floors, painted, etc. We had the house thoroughly inspected for mold and we found no ...

I posted last week about a musty old house smell in the dining room. I finally figured it out, now I need creative solutions. We have an original wide plank pine floor that has some gaps and the smell ...

A certain scent sometimes comes with an old house—but it doesn't have to stay with it. Old homes can be filled with unique features, beautiful molding, and so much charm. But they can also come with ...