A musty smell coming from your carpet is both unpleasant and dangerous. Not only will a musty smell make your home smell less than ideal, but it may also indicate that your indoor air quality is poor and is filled with mold spores. The good news is that unless your home has been flooded, getting rid of musty smells from carpets is relatively simple. In this article, you will learn why mold in carpets is bad (in more detail) and how our professionals can help get musty smells out your carpet.
Why is a Musty Smell in Carpet Bad?
A musty smell stemming from your carpet can be problematic for a variety of reasons. A smelly carpet could suggest the existence of mold or mildew growth in the carpet. This usually means the presence of mold is also in the surrounding areas in a home, making it a larger issue than just the carpet.
Mold and mildew are fungi spores that live and grow in damp environments. If left untreated, mold can contribute and cause a plethora of health concerns, especially in individuals who suffer from allergies or respiratory problems. Mold spore exposure can cause symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and nasal congestion, among others.
A musty smell from carpet might suggest poor indoor air quality and can lead to uncomfortable living conditions, in addition to health risks.
Odors can also reduce the value of a home or rental property, making it less appealing to potential buyers or renters.
To preserve a healthy and comfortable living environment, it is critical to handle any mold or mildew growth and eliminate the moldy smell as soon as possible by calling the experts at Puroclean.
* Below are some tips that will outline our restoration process at Puroclean. If dealing with mold or smells, it is a better idea to leave restoration and removal to our experts, so that we can identify the root cause. Most DIY “tips” are simply cosmetic solutions, that may last for a week or two at most.
How We Get Smells out of Carpet
- First, we will make sure the area is dry. A musty odor indicates a water problem, so your carpet must have been moist or wet before it became musty. If we find water damage, we will fix it, and dry the area completely. If your home was recently flooded, we will discuss your situation and brainstorm the best solution for you.
- Once the water problem is fixed and the carpet is dry, we will vacuum the carpet to remove dust and help the odor dissipate faster.
- Next, we will treat your carpet with a mixture to dissipate and neutralize odors. This is where the tricky part comes in; we have to ensure not to oversaturate the carpet, as increased moisture can lead to mold growth.
- If the odor still persists, we will repeat the process using the method you prefer.
Contact Your Local PuroClean Experts For Professional Carpet Cleaning Services
Completely cleaning your carpet from mold can be challenging, and should only be attempted by experts. For the smell alone, it is smart to have your carpet cleaned by IICRC certified professional restoration experts, like the ones at Puroclean. A foul smelling carpet is typically an indicator of a deeper, more complex mold problem. If our team discovers mold spores or water, we will first remediate those issues, then will focus on your carpet. We provide advanced carpet cleaning, water removal, and mold restoration services to get your home smelling fresh again. Call us today at 336-776-3630 for an investigation followed by premium mold restoration.
