How to Remove the Smell of Pet Urine From a House

Pet urine is an extremely unpleasant smell. If not properly cleaned, the odor can soak into your carpet and furniture leaving a smell that lingers for months. If you are looking for an effective way to remove the smell of pet urine from a house, the process will require locating and cleaning soiled areas as well as cleaning all areas of the home that may have been affected by the odor.

Things You'll Need

• Black Light
• Pet Odor and Stain Remover Product
• Carpet and Furniture Shampoo
• Air Neutralizer Spray

Instructions

1. Locate the soiled areas. Use your eyes to locate the stains or your nose to find the general area. You may also use a black light to illuminate the soiled area.

2. Remove the stains and odors. Use a pet odor and stain remover to clean the soiled areas. Some products may cause fabric or carpet discoloration so make sure you test a small area before cleaning. Follow the directions on the remover carefully.

3. Clean washable items. If the smell of pet urine is throughout the house, it has most likely affected areas beyond the soiled area. Wash all sheets, tablecloths, and items that may have absorbed the odor.

4. Shampoo carpet and clean upholstery. Cleaning the surface of an area will only get rid of the problem temporarily. If the odor is absorbed into the carpet or furniture, the odor will return. To remove the odor and prevent the odor from returning, use safe and effective cleaning products for your carpet and furniture.

5. Spray the house with an air freshener. Use an odor neutralizer spray to soften the smell of the cleaning products.

Tips & Warnings

• Avoid using a steam cleaner to clean your carpet. Steam cleaning your carpet can permanently set the odors.

References

• The Humane Society of the United States
• Sacramento SPCA

Resources

• Earthcare Products