Why Carpet Odors Persist Even After Vacuuming
Have you ever spent a weekend vacuuming your carpet, expecting it to smell fresh—only to be hit with the same musty, sour odor hours later? You're not alone. For many Chelsea homeowners, lingering carpet smells are a frustrating mystery. The surface may look spotless, but something beneath tells a different story. Surface Clean vs. Deep Clean Vacuuming is great for picking up dust, crumbs, and pet hair. But it’s not built to reach deep within the fibres where odors truly live. That funky smell you can’t seem to shake? It’s likely coming from a combination of dirt, moisture, and bacteria trapped in the base of your carpet—far beyond the reach of your everyday vacuum. Moisture is a Bigger Problem Than You Think London’s damp climate doesn’t help either. A spilled drink, wet shoes from a rainy day in Chelsea, or even humidity can introduce moisture into your carpet padding. That dampness becomes the perfect environment for mold and mildew to grow silently. Over time, these hidden ...