Pet Urine on Carpet: Tips for Cleaning Up After Your Little Friend.

If you have a pet then you know all the wonderful benefits of having a furry friend. But, our four legged companions are also capable of well, causing a stink. Maybe you’re still in the process of house training your pup, or your cat has been marking his territory. Whatever the reason, you’re left to deal with an unpleasant urine stain on your carpet and the odors that are sure to follow.

So what’s an animal lover like you to do? A general rule of thumb for dealing with any stain on fibers is to act quickly. Pet urine on carpet especially requires speedy cleanup to remove bacteria and odor. The very first thing you should do is extract as much of the urine as possible. To do this, place a thick layer of paper towels on the stain and an absorbent towel or some newspaper on top. If the stain is on a rug, lift it and put a towel underneath. Stand on it for about a minute, then repeat the process with new paper towels until the area is barely damp. Rinse the area with a bit of cool water and blot dry (don’t rub). If you own a wet vac, use it to suck up as much of the water as possible. Sprinkle some baking soda and allow it to sit for a few hours or overnight, then remove it with a vacuum.

Now, if you’ve found an older stain that has already set, do not try to rinse it or apply any products. Many consumer carpet cleaning products are just a temporary fix and may aggravate the situation, resulting in stronger odors. When urine dries and decomposes it becomes alkaline (hello nose stinging ammonia smell!) As long as the scent is present, your pet will probably eliminate on the same area again.

Having a pet doesn’t mean you have to live with unpleasant odors. Give us a call to assist you. We have specialized deodorants and powerful oxidizing agents that destroy the bacteria which are the source of urine odor. More importantly, we have efficient cleaning equipment that is able to completely and thoroughly remove soiling from carpet.

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