Could musty basement smell affect family health?« Back to Previous Page

After the rain last month, I noticed a persistent musty smell in our basement that wouldn't go away no matter how many times I ran the dehumidifier. My kids have been coughing more than usual lately too, and it feels stuffier down there than other parts of the house. Could this be related to indoor air quality? Any advice on what might be causing it and how we can improve the situation would be greatly appreciated.