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Is hiding the smell of urine odor a non disclosure issue?

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Home Inspector with Pet Odor Removal Service

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Gaye Granice
Robert Defalco Realty - Staten Island, NY
Associate Broker

Wow.  I never realized how damaging this could be.  Thanks for the information on this issue.

Feb 16, 2011 12:52 PM
Gina Chirico
Lattimer Realty - Fairfield, NJ
Real Estate Agent - Essex County, New Jersey

Jody, I know that sometimes too many air freshners in a home is definitely covering up something from pet urine or cigarette smoke, etc. but I have to be honest that I never realized there were pet odor specialists until I just read your post.  So what do you suggest to get rid of pet urine?  I have two dogs and sometimes my lil one urinates in the house.  I read somewhere to use rubbing alcohol to absorb the urine and the stain on the carpet. 

Feb 16, 2011 01:22 PM
Victor Zuniga
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services California Properties - San Diego, CA

That was very deceitful of the sellers. It's a shame the buyers now have to contend with this.

Feb 16, 2011 01:25 PM
Jody Slaughter
Pet Odor Removal Service - Woodland Hills, CA
Professional Pet Odor Removal & Inspection Service

I suggest getting having a professional carpet cleaner come out and look at the carpets using a uv black light to find the spots before any carpet cleaning is done. The extraction method is the best method because it creates a rinsing action from the spraying and suction. This dilutes the amount of urine in the carpet and and allows the deodorizers to have a better chance on minimizing the odor.

If this a ongoing problem I would recommend buying your own black light and a wet & dry shop vac this will save you on service calls. Mix any enzyme product of your choice and 1 part to 4 parts warm water pour onto the soiled area then extract with shop vac repeat this step until the smell is gone.

Feb 16, 2011 02:23 PM
Todd Clark - Retired
eXp Realty LLC - Tigard, OR
Principle Broker Oregon

I can't count the homes I've seen over the years that I knew could sell for thousands upon thousands more than they were asking if they would just hire a company like yours. Most can't get past the smell and never actually see the home.

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Feb 16, 2011 06:33 PM
Jody Slaughter
Pet Odor Removal Service - Woodland Hills, CA
Professional Pet Odor Removal & Inspection Service

I hope our services will give realtors new hope knowing there is something that can be done about pet odor problems and help ease concerns the buyer or seller may have. Realtors want to make sure they can get the best deal for their client.

I see there are a few realtors that have already faced these issues. You guy's are more than welcome to call and ask me any questions or concerns regarding pet odor issues. I will do my best to help you.

Thanks!

Feb 17, 2011 01:13 PM
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Olympus Executive Realty INC. - Orlando, FL
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Feb 19, 2011 06:31 PM
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BHHS Fox & Roach | www.DelawareValleyRE.com - Greenville, DE
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Feb 20, 2011 03:18 AM
Jody Slaughter
Pet Odor Removal Service - Woodland Hills, CA
Professional Pet Odor Removal & Inspection Service

Thanks, I will keep your offer in mind there is so much info here.......lots to learn!

Feb 24, 2011 08:06 PM