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Hello,
I wasn't really sure where to go, so I thought maybe someone on this message board would have some advice.
Basically, I have found my dream home (well not quite, but much close to it than anything else in my price range
). The only problem is a cat urine smell in one room.
The carpet and padding seems new, and when I pulled up the edge of the carpet, there seems to be paint or some type of sealant which I guess was an attempt by the home owner to address the problem. The smell is quite noticeable, but not overpowering, and it is hard to pinpoint the location because after a minute or so, I get used to it and can't smell it anymore. However, I feel (though not positive) that the smell is originating from the Heat/AC vent in the floor, as well as one corner of the room.
I was able to confirm with the agent that the owner did have a cat which was gone prior to their replacing the carpet and padding in the house. Also, the owner has already vacated the property and is across the country, so they are unable to provide alot of assistance.
I would really like to buy this house, but I am not sure what I am getting myself into.. Will this smell dissipate in time? Is there any reasonable chance of removing it?
I wasn't really sure where to go, so I thought maybe someone on this message board would have some advice.
Basically, I have found my dream home (well not quite, but much close to it than anything else in my price range
The carpet and padding seems new, and when I pulled up the edge of the carpet, there seems to be paint or some type of sealant which I guess was an attempt by the home owner to address the problem. The smell is quite noticeable, but not overpowering, and it is hard to pinpoint the location because after a minute or so, I get used to it and can't smell it anymore. However, I feel (though not positive) that the smell is originating from the Heat/AC vent in the floor, as well as one corner of the room.
I was able to confirm with the agent that the owner did have a cat which was gone prior to their replacing the carpet and padding in the house. Also, the owner has already vacated the property and is across the country, so they are unable to provide alot of assistance.
I would really like to buy this house, but I am not sure what I am getting myself into.. Will this smell dissipate in time? Is there any reasonable chance of removing it?