Common Causes of Strange Home Odors

Do you find that no matter how many candles and essential oils you add, your house still smells a bit odd? Household odors can come from many different places and almost seem like they appeared out of nowhere. Unfortunately, your home holds many areas that could produce some strange orders, but the key is to understand the cause of these odd smells so you can fix and prevent the issue. Here is what you need to keep your eyes, or nose, on.

Pets

The most common problem that you may be facing is that of your own furry friend! When pet fur falls out throughout your home, bacteria can find its way onto the strands and grow. This is what usually causes strange smells for animal owners. It’s important to wash your pets often and vacuum underneath couches and beds to reduce your chance of your home smelling like the pound.

Wet Clothes

Even if you don’t put your wet clothes in the hamper, leaving your clothing bin in your bathroom will create the perfect environment for moisture to build up. You can keep your hamper in a more dry room, such as your bedroom, so that bacteria can’t grow on your clothes.

Water Damage

There are so many spots throughout your home that could be subject to water damage. Mold and mildew can build up in these spots and cause some gross odors to emerge. It’s important to keep in mind that you should not be breathing in damp or odorous air. If you suspect you have water damage, get it fixed by a professional immediately.

Dirty Attic & Crawlspace

Any odors coming from your attic or crawlspace could mean a variety of different issues. From bugs to damp air, if these areas have not been cleaned in a while a smell will most likely pop up.

Schedule Routine Attic and Crawl Space Cleanings

Is the source of your order coming from an attic or crawl space? A routine cleaning could do the trick!

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