Getting Rid of Musty Smell in Basement?

Carol Swanson

June 25, 20122 found this helpful

A musty smell usually comes from mold or dirt. Try running a dehumidifier to see if it improves. My daughter's allergist tells her a clean house doesn't smell. I hope this helps you. I have that smell in my basement, too.

Marie Brack

July 7, 20123 found this helpful

Vinegar will take care of mustiness and molds, but it's a bit of a challenge to wash a whole basement with it. Maybe a spray bottle, and set pans of it out.