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Question:

There has been a moldy, mildewy smell coming from underneath the bathroom sink on the second floor. I am ready to move out. As long as I keep a fan right in front of it, it kind of dissipates. Had a plumber in and there seems to be no leaks. Friend handyman says smells like something dead. Have a mouse problem, addressing that. But the smell is still there. Have allergies. Am beside myself.

Answer:

Keeping that cabinet door open as much as possible will help but you have to trace the source of the moisture that is causing the mildew.


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