Odor diagnosis
| Smell | Likely source | Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Ammonia-like, sharp | Pet urine | Targeted pet treatment; pad if severe |
| Musty, earthy | Moisture or mildew | Fix moisture, dry, assess |
| Stale smoke | Tobacco or wildfire smoke | Specialized deodorizing; whole-room approach |
| Sour | Spilled milk or food | Clean and rinse to the depth of spill |
| Soapy or chemical | Cleaning residue | Rinse extraction |
Why depth matters
Odors often live below the surface — in backing, pad or subfloor. Surface deodorizers fade; the source remains. For moisture-related odors, the EPA stresses fixing the moisture problem (EPA).
When it's bigger than carpet
See why a house smells musty and smoke odor cleaning.
- Odor persists after professional cleaning.
- Musty smell along walls.
- Visible mold or stains on baseboards.
Our service
We assess the source before treating. See odor removal. Pet treatment is quoted per room by severity.
