In a recent poll of real estate professionals; lingering odors due to pets, mildew, tobacco and decay have been major deal-breakers in past transactions.
Over time, most home owners may not notice lingering odors in their homes. It is recommended that when the time to sell comes, they consult with an objective party such as their realtor in bring odors to their attention.
The removal of set-in odors can prove to be a costly undertaking for both home sellers and prospective buyers. For example, it can cost upwards of $400 to remove set-in cat urine odors from carpets and carpet padding. Removing and replacing saturates flooring can cost much, much more. It can take up to three separate cleanings to completely remove set-in tobacco odors for the interior of a home. Extreme cases even require the removal and replacement of insulation.
Professional warn prospective buyer to be wary of heavy use of air fresheners and or candles when they touring homes as these could be used a way to conceal unwanted odors. They recommend that sellers take time to clean sheets, drapes and all pat bedding. Couple this with a good airing-out of the home.
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