All plants are susceptible to disease, which can be caused by both living organisms and environmental conditions.  Todd Steinlage, a plant pathologist with the Alaska Plant Materials Center, will ...

Midea is voluntarily recalling about 1.7 million of its popular U and U+ Smart air conditioners because pooled water in the ...

Installing cement board on bathroom walls creates a moisture-resistant, durable foundation for tile and protects against mold and mildew in wet areas. This essential step ensures long-lasting results ...

Aspergillosis, caused by Aspergillus fungi, is an increasingly serious infection affecting immunocompromised and ...

Your home will work better, look better—even smell better—when you fix the stains, squeaks, leaks, and scratches you've been ...

I woke up this morning with an itchy throat that I attributed to the wildfire smoke blowing south from Canada. By mid-morning ...

This honeydew is a great food source for a particular kind of fungus. We call it black mold, an apt name even if it is not ...

Scientists at UC Santa Cruz and local entrepreneurs are collaborating on a $350,000 restoration of the Seymour Center’s blue ...

The ‘dog-vomit’ type you may have seen in your vegetable garden is called 'Fuligo septica' and is typically yellow or orange ...

It starts small: a weird smell when the AC kicks on. A glass of water that tastes a little off. A layer of dust that returns ...

While community rules differ, in general, you will not need a permit just to seal or paint the concrete basement walls. If ...

Dirty or moldy washing machine? There are a few easy ways to get your clothes and washing machine smelling fresh and clean ...