Moisture comes from a variety of sources, from the earth itself, from rain run-off and from airborne particulate. A room that is exposed to excessive moisture may be prone to trouble if hardwood floors are installed.

Many homes are built over a crawl space, from which moisture can cause problems including: a musty odor, mold near the floors and corners, condensation on windows, and peeling paint due to moisture in the wall boards.   MORE >