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This guide is a reference document that provides a quick method for diagnosing moisture problems in cellars, and for identifying and choosing solutions to address those problems. The first part of the guide includes a general introduction to moisture-related problems, moisture as a phenomenon in buildings, and steps to be taken in carrying out a housesearch diagnosis. The second part provides systematic information on the symptoms of basement moisture problems, their possible sources and causes, possible solutions, and the ranking of the cost of those solutions. Appendices deal with more technical issues, including general information on related building materials, a glossary of technical terms, and a graphic checklist and roadmap indicating symptoms, sources, causes, and solutions to demonstrate the scope of information provided.