"Approximately 60-percent of U.S. homes are plagued by wet basements, and 38-percent run the risk of serious basement mold," says Robert Weitz, Principal & Founder at RTK Environmental Group.

W hile mold doesn’t have the best reputation, ... Most of the estimated 300 or more species produce blue, ... building materials, plywood and joists in the basement,” he says.

Aim to keep basement humidity between 40% and 50% in summer to prevent mold, musty smells, and allergens. Use a hygrometer to monitor humidity, fix drainage or flooding issues, and consider a ...

With most foods, spotting gray veins with specks of blue mold accompanied by a quick whiff of ammonia means it's time to throw whatever it once was in the trash. But for blue cheese, encountering ...

Blue cheese is a fermented cheese that uses Penicillium roqueforti mold cultures. However, unlike other types of mold, these cultures are nontoxic and safe for human consumption. Blue cheese can ...

Jan. 8—Contractors with the city of Muskogee are sealing the city hall basement to get rid of mold and prevent future water damage to the 95-year-old building.

It’s not always obvious when food has gone bad, but blue mold and a funky smell are usually clear signs that something belongs in the trash. That is, unless you’re dealing with blue cheese, a ...