While dogs may, in fact, be man's best friend, the odors they can create in one’s home are not. If you live in a home with carpet, battling unpleasant scents can be a source of regular frustration, as your pet’s hair and dander clings to carpet fibers. Whether you have canines or felines, of your furry friends spend any time outdoors, they are also likely to bring odor causing bacteria from outside when they come back indoors. Fortunately, you can keep your home smelling fresh and clean by following these five pet odor removal tips.

5 Pet Odor Removal Tips

1. Clean Pet Accessories

Dog and cat beds are a top culprit of displeasing odors. Fortunately, many models can be thrown directly into the washing machine. For the most thorough clean, use the warm or hot water setting, followed by a tumble dry. However, always be sure to check the manufacturer's instructions for cleaning first, before throwing things in the wash. If the instructions vary from basic washing, follow those directions accordingly to preserve the bed.

2. Shampoo Fabric Furniture

If your furry friend is allowed on the furniture, then it's important those pieces receive attention. In most homes, successfully eliminating pet odors embedded in plush couches and chairs usually requires weekly vacuuming with a special attachment that’s designed to pick up and remove pet hair. Additionally, utilize the service of a professional upholstery cleaner every three to six months to eliminate any buildup.

3. Vacuum Regularly

One of the most valuable steps to combating indoor smells is vacuuming the floors. The process helps remove surface grime and microorganisms that can cling to carpet fibers, along with a large portion of animal hair and dander. For effective pet odor removal throughout your home, it’s important to repeat this step two to three times per week.

4. Treat Accidents ASAP

Even the most well-trained pet can have an accident indoors. If one happens to occur on your carpet or rug, the issue needs to be cleaned up quickly to avoid long-term odors. First, pat a towel on the spot to soak up as much urine as possible. Next, treat the area with a solution containing enzymes to help destroy bacteria. Once dried, sprinkle the area with baking soda, let sit for 15 minutes, and vacuum to help neutralize any remaining scent.

5. Schedule Professional Carpet Steaming

While regular cleaning helps reduce unpleasant smells throughout the home, routine professional steam cleaning services also helps keep pet odors under control. The high heat used in this cleaning process is safe for your carpets, but intense enough to disinfect deep within the material. As a result, any remaining embedded dander and pet hair is removed and odor-causing bacteria is destroyed.

For effective pet odor removal, turn to the team at Polar Carpet Cleaning. The expert carpet cleaning service offers reliable and affordable upholstery and rug cleaning solutions to residents and businesses across the Greater Anchorage, AK, area. Their two-step approach utilizes a heavy-duty solution and steam cleaning process for a thorough deep clean. Take a closer look at their service offerings online, and schedule an appointment today at (907) 227-5953.