Do you often find a buildup of moisture in your bathroom after a shower or bath? If so, and you don't know what to do about ...

Cold Climates: In colder climates, where the inside of your home is warm and indoor humidity levels are high compared to the cold, dry outside air, vapor barriers can be helpful. Without one ...

Basements are notorious for moisture issues, from musty smells to visible water seepage spots. If you’ve noticed any signs of ...

"But can it measure moisture in wood that is inside a wall to detect high-moisture issues before they become a big problem? That's the challenge." The envelope of a building consists of exterior walls ...

When remodeling your home's exterior, there are certain things you need to be aware of. Committing these mistakes can cause ...

Many experts say luck does play a part. But they also say there are many ways that homes can be made less vulnerable to fire.

While I love that winter allows me to bundle up in cozy sweaters and spend evenings sipping on hot cocoa, my skin is not as much of a fan. It’s typically dry all year round, but the cold weather ...

Now, researchers from Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have developed a method using microwave radar to monitor the moisture content in wood inside walls. “We know microwave radar shows ...