If you have ever been in the basement of a home and you detect a musty smell you know how unpleasant it can be, not to mention dangerous. Having a leaky basement can not only cause damage to the foundation and wooden structure of a home but it can be a breeding ground for mold. Once the mold spores get into the air they can travel throughout the home using the ventilation system. The best thing you can do to remedy the situation and prevent it from becoming worse is to call an expert to asses the problem. And you might be surprised if it calls for a relatively minor fix.