Persistent odors affect property value, health, and quality of life. Relief Remediation provides comprehensive odor removal services in Marietta, GA with certified technicians who eliminate odors at their source using advanced equipment and proven techniques, not just masking smells with fragrances.
Our IICRC-certified specialists serve homes and businesses throughout Marietta including East Cobb, Historic Marietta Square, Windsor Oaks, and Indian Hills. We understand that stubborn odors require professional treatment addressing root causes, not temporary cover-ups.
Understanding why odors remain helps explain why professional removal is essential.
Source Contamination: Odors come from physical contamination in materials. Urine, smoke particles, mold spores, and other sources penetrate porous materials where surface cleaning cannot reach. Without removing contamination sources, odors return immediately after air fresheners dissipate.
Porous Material Absorption: Carpeting, padding, drywall, insulation, wood, concrete, and upholstery all absorb odor-causing substances deeply. These materials act as reservoirs continuously releasing odors into air.
HVAC System Contamination: Odor sources contaminate heating and cooling systems which then spread smells throughout properties every time systems operate.
Chemical Complexity: Many odors involve complex organic compounds that simple cleaning cannot break down. Enzymatic or chemical treatment is required for elimination.
Hidden Sources: Odors often come from hidden locations including wall cavities, under flooring, in crawl spaces, and behind cabinets where homeowners cannot access contamination.
Professional odor removal addresses all these factors ensuring complete elimination rather than temporary masking.
We conduct thorough inspection identifying all odor sources and contamination, determining odor types and root causes, locating hidden sources in walls, floors, and systems, evaluating affected materials and extent, and developing appropriate elimination strategies.
Complete odor elimination requires removing contamination sources. We remove contaminated materials that cannot be deodorized including heavily soiled carpeting, padding, and flooring, contaminated drywall, insulation, and baseboards, and items damaged beyond restoration. Dead animals, waste accumulation, and contaminated materials get safely removed and properly disposed of.
All affected surfaces receive thorough cleaning using appropriate methods for different materials. Hard surfaces get multiple washing cycles with specialized cleaning agents. Fabrics and upholstery receive professional cleaning and treatment. Wood surfaces receive specialized cleaning and sealing. Concrete floors get treated with penetrating cleaners and sealers.
Odors in heating and cooling systems require specialized attention. We clean air handlers, coils, and components, treat ductwork when contaminated, replace filters removing contamination, and sanitize systems preventing odor recirculation.
We use professional equipment proven effective for odor removal:
Hydroxyl Generators: Create hydroxyl radicals that break down odor molecules at the molecular level. Safe for occupied spaces unlike ozone. Effective against smoke, biological, and chemical odors. Treats entire properties including contents and furnishings.
Ozone Treatment: Powerful oxidation eliminates stubborn odors in unoccupied spaces. Effective for smoke, mold, and severe contamination odors. Requires property evacuation during treatment. Followed by thorough ventilation before reoccupancy.
Thermal Fogging: Heated deodorizing agents penetrate porous materials similar to how odors penetrated. Reaches areas other treatments cannot access. Effective for smoke and fire odors particularly.
Vapor Modification: Encapsulates odor molecules preventing their release into air. Creates barrier on treated surfaces. Effective for persistent odors after source removal.
Enzymatic Treatments: Living enzymes break down organic odor sources. Highly effective for biological odors including urine, feces, and decomposition. Continues working after application for ongoing treatment.
Air Scrubbers: HEPA filtration with activated carbon removes airborne odor particles. Continuous operation during treatment process. Improves overall air quality during odor removal.
After cleaning and treatment, sealing prevents residual odors from off-gassing. We apply odor-sealing primers and paints to walls and ceilings, use concrete sealers on floors and foundations, apply wood sealers on exposed structural materials, and encapsulate subflooring before new flooring installation.
We verify complete odor elimination through sensory evaluation confirming odors are gone, air quality assessment when appropriate, occupant feedback after treatment, and follow-up inspection ensuring odors don’t return.
Different odor sources require specific removal approaches for complete elimination.
Smoke Odors: Cigarette and tobacco smoke permeates fabrics, walls, and HVAC systems. Fire and smoke damage creates persistent burnt odors throughout properties. Cooking odors including burnt food and grease accumulate over time. Marijuana smoke leaves distinct odors requiring specialized treatment.
Biological Odors: Mold and mildew create musty odors indicating contamination. Sewage and waste odors from backups or plumbing issues pose health hazards. Decomposition odors from unattended deaths require complete decontamination. Our unattended death cleanup includes thorough odor elimination.
Pet Odors: Cat and dog urine soaks into flooring, padding, and subflooring. Pet dander and general animal odors accumulate in carpeting and upholstery. Accident contamination requires enzymatic treatment and sanitization.
Chemical Odors: Paint, solvent, and chemical spills create strong persistent odors. Drug lab contamination leaves toxic chemical smells. Our drug lab cleanup addresses these situations. Cleaning product odors from spills or overuse require ventilation and treatment.
Rodent and Wildlife Odors: Dead animals in walls, attics, or crawl spaces create unbearable smells. Rodent urine and feces contamination produces ammonia odors. Our rodent droppings cleanup includes complete odor removal.
Other Common Odors: Cooking odors from spices and fried foods, water damage and flooding creating musty smells, hoarding situations with accumulated waste, and general property neglect odors all require professional treatment.
Many property owners attempt odor removal without success.
Masking vs. Eliminating: Air fresheners, candles, and sprays temporarily mask odors without addressing sources. Once fragrances dissipate, odors return immediately.
Surface-Only Treatment: Household cleaning products only treat surfaces while odors penetrate deeply into materials. Without accessing contamination, odors persist.
Wrong Products: Using incorrect products for specific odor types proves ineffective or worsens problems. Ammonia-based cleaners on urine set odors permanently.
Missing Hidden Sources: DIY efforts miss contamination in hidden areas including wall cavities, under flooring, and in HVAC systems. These hidden sources continuously release odors.
Lack of Professional Equipment: Consumer-grade equipment cannot match professional hydroxyl generators, ozone machines, or thermal foggers necessary for complete odor elimination.
No Verification: Without professional verification, property owners cannot confirm complete odor removal. Occupants become desensitized to smells that remain obvious to others.
Professional odor removal ensures complete elimination rather than temporary masking.
Relief Remediation provides professional odor removal services throughout Marietta including East Cobb, Historic Marietta Square, Chestnut Creek, Windsor Oaks, Indian Hills, Northampton, Somerset, Charlton Forge, and Dunleith.
We also serve Roswell, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Acworth, Powder Springs, Alpharetta, Sandy Springs, and Vinings. Our location near I-75 and Cobb Parkway enables service throughout ZIP codes 30006, 30007, 30008, 30060–30068, and 30090.
Our team holds certifications in odor control and fire and smoke restoration ensuring proper techniques for various odor types.
Hydroxyl generators, ozone machines, thermal foggers, and air scrubbers provide complete odor elimination unavailable with consumer equipment.
We identify and eliminate odor sources rather than masking smells ensuring permanent rather than temporary results.
Various odor types require different approaches. Our comprehensive capabilities address all odor situations effectively.
We confirm complete odor elimination rather than assuming success protecting your investment and satisfaction.
Odor removal often accompanies other services. Our comprehensive capabilities including water damage restoration, mold remediation, and biohazard cleanup provide complete solutions.
We provide realistic expectations about odor removal success and required treatments avoiding unrealistic promises.
Location: 25 Powder Springs St, Suite 215, Marietta, GA 30064
Phone: 770-741-0183
Certifications: IICRC, PMII, OSHA HAZWOPER
BBB Rating: A+ Accredited
Call 770-741-0183 for professional odor removal services in Marietta, Georgia.
Most odors can be eliminated with proper professional treatment. However, some situations require material replacement when contamination is too deep or severe. We provide honest assessment of what’s achievable for your specific situation.
Timeline varies by odor type and severity. Simple smoke odor treatment may require 1-2 days. Severe biological or chemical odors may take 3-5 days for complete elimination including multiple treatment phases.
Professional odor removal addressing contamination sources prevents return. However, if original odor causes return, new odors develop. Preventing recurrence requires addressing root problems like water intrusion or pet accidents.
Ozone effectively eliminates stubborn odors but requires property evacuation during treatment. We follow strict safety protocols including complete evacuation, proper ventilation after treatment, and verification before reoccupancy.
Cost depends on odor type, affected area size, required equipment, and treatment duration. Simple odor treatment may cost hundreds to a few thousand dollars. Extensive contamination requiring material removal costs significantly more. We provide detailed estimates after assessment.
Yes. Pet urine requires specialized enzymatic treatment breaking down uric acid crystals. Severe contamination may require flooring removal and subfloor treatment. Complete elimination is achievable with appropriate methods.
No. These products temporarily mask odors without eliminating sources. Once fragrances dissipate, odors return immediately. Professional treatment eliminates contamination sources providing permanent results.
We guarantee our treatment process and expertise. However, odor removal success depends on contamination severity and material conditions. Some situations require material replacement for complete elimination. We provide honest assessment before treatment.
Yes. Smoke odor removal requires comprehensive treatment including deep cleaning, thermal fogging, ozone treatment, and sealing. Professional multi-phase treatment eliminates even severe smoke contamination.
Musty odors indicate mold or moisture problems. We identify and eliminate mold sources, address moisture issues, thoroughly clean and treat affected areas, and implement prevention strategies. Treating symptoms without addressing causes ensures odor return.
Relief Remediation provides odor removal services marietta, Georgia, with IICRC-certified inspectors, advanced technology, and comprehensive reporting. Contact us at 770-741-0183.