Musty Smells & Mold
Earthy odours, mildew spots and stale air downstairs. Here's what causes it and how we fix it.
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Signs to Watch For
- Earthy odours, mildew spots and stale air downstairs.
- Damp or stained drywall, flooring or storage boxes
- Musty odour or noticeably higher humidity
- Problems that worsen after rain or spring melt
What Causes It
Most basement moisture comes from groundwater and surface water building up against the foundation, humid air meeting cool concrete, or drainage that can't keep up. In Calgary, clay soils that hold water and rapid freeze-thaw cycles make these issues common.
Why Not Wait?
Moisture rarely fixes itself. Left alone, it can damage finishes, stored belongings and indoor air quality — and repairs get more costly over time.
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Recommended Solutions
Basement Dehumidifiers
High-capacity, energy-efficient dehumidifiers that drain automatically and keep basement humidity in a healthy range.
Learn more →Vapour Barriers & Crawl Space Encapsulation
Heavy-duty liners and sealed crawl spaces stop ground moisture from rising into your home.
Learn more →Sump Pumps & Battery Backup
Reliable sump pumps sized for your home, sealed lids to keep out humidity and odours, and battery backup for power outages.
Learn more →How It Works
- Humid air and mould on the wood above
- Torn plastic over wet soil
- Moisture rises into the home
- High-capacity dehumidifier
- Drains automatically
- Holds humidity around 50%