When your home contains a strange odor that doesn’t go away, did you think the source may be coming from underneath your feet?  Your carpets can give off odors and in most cases the carpet cleaning process and deodorizers will eliminate these odors.  Carpet stains are multi-layered;- 1. source of smell, 2.carpet, 3. back of carpet, 4. carpet padding, 5, concrete flooring  In most cases, the problem has become multi-layer and each layer needs to be addressed.  When it comes to the best odor removal method for your floor, understanding the cause of the smell can help you determine a solution. 

4 Common Reasons Your Carpet Smells

1. Moisture

At-home carpet and steam cleaners aren’t powerful enough to extract the water they leave behind after a cleaning, often resulting in a damp smell that lingers and a perfect breeding ground for mold and bacteria. The only solution is a professional carpet cleaning using less water and advanced technology.

2. Pets

The faint smell of urine or feces is common after a cat or dog relieves itself repeatedly on the floor. Even if you’ve tried to clean up after your animal, residue lingers that can attract germs and bacteria. A professional carpet cleaner will use a cleaning solution that has a high PH level to neutralize and eliminate the smell rather than a deodorizer to mask the oder.

3. Food & Drink

Accidents while eating can happen, leaving behind stains on the carpet that aren’t easy to remove. Even if they are, the organic material left behind can break down within your carpet’s fibers over time, creating your carpet fibers to attract dirt in this area.  A professional carpet cleaning is the best source to remove the stain. 

4. Cigarettes

Carpet fibers can absorb cigarette smoke, leaving behind a constant odor of smoke. How to treat the stench depends on how heavy of a smoker the owner is.  While a professional carpet cleaning will help reduce the smell another option is to set an Ozone machine in this area to neutralize the air; in addition, you may have to go as far as changing your HVAC filter, mini blinds, re-painting or resealing the concrete flooring. 

If you notice a strange scent in your home, All Surfaces Carpet Cleaning & More will provide professional floor cleaning services in Columbia, MO, with more than 30 years of experience. Specializing in pet stain and odor removal, they also provide air duct, upholstery, carpet, and tile cleaning. Call (573) 698-3828 for a free estimate, or visit them online to learn more.