We love our furry companions! But with that companionship comes some small inconveniences, like carpet stains. Whether it's urine from your new puppy or a hairball from your feline friend, these stains can leave our carpets, and house, looking messy. Here are our top tips for pet stains:

Skip the "Pet Stain Removers" found at the store.
These actually do more harm than good. They tend to set the stain into the carpet, which means when we come to do a thorough cleaning of the area, it actually makes the stain tougher to remove.

Here's what to do instead:
If you catch the stain right away, pour a good amount of salt onto the area while it's still wet. The salt will absorb and neutralize the urine or bile. In 8-12 hours when it's dry, you can vacuum it up.

If the stain has penetrated the carpet & underlying pad:
Once the contamination has penetrated the carpet and pad, removal of the odor becomes more difficult. For heavy urine deposits, you'll need the help of Raley's Signature Cleaning Services.

This is because urine changes as it ages.
The urine becomes more concentrated, and the bacteria secretes ammonia, becoming a pungent odor. It can sometimes eventually cause permanent color loss. There are times when the damage is too severe, and the best option is to replace the carpet.

When in doubt, call Raley's!
If you have a pet odor problem, the best action is to call Raley's Signature Cleaning Services at 814-833-3693 for a professional assessment of the situation. We are experts at handling difficult odor problems and can help you choose the solution that is right for you.