Musty Smells Are a Sign — Not Just a Nuisance

A lingering damp odour is often the first (or last) sign of water damage. It points to hidden moisture, mould spores, or bacterial growth. Left untreated, odours can become embedded in carpets, walls, and furnishings — causing complaints, tenant turnover, and failed re-letting attempts. We help clients experiencing:

• Strong musty smells following leaks, floods, or poor ventilation

• Tenant complaints or housing officer reports

• Odours trapped in void properties or communal areas

• Mould-related smells even after surface cleaning

• Ongoing redecoration delays due to unpleasant indoor air

• Failed inspections due to air quality or residual damp

At Eighty Eight, our odour removal service includes:

• Moisture inspection to identify and address the root cause

• Targeted drying using professional dehumidifiers and air movers

• Antimicrobial and deodorising treatments applied to affected areas

• Fogging or ozone treatment for deeper neutralisation in enclosed spaces

• Odour removal from carpets, walls, voids, and soft furnishings

• Ongoing monitoring and moisture testing if structural drying is required

• Support for landlords, insurers, and void teams preparing properties for reoccupation

We Remove Damp Odours From:

• Social housing and rental properties

• Insurance flood recovery and repair sites

• Empty or void properties awaiting refurbishment

• Care homes, supported housing, and HMOs

• Offices, schools, and public sector premises

• Commercial properties following water damage or leaks

  
  

Why Choose Eighty Eight?

• IICRC-trained flood and odour remediation professionals

• Over 20 years of experience in drying and decontamination

• Long-lasting odour removal — not masking sprays

• Safe, non-toxic products and deep-penetration treatments

• Trusted across the West Midlands by landlords, councils, and housing associations

Areas We Cover

We provide damp odour removal services across Wolverhampton, Walsall, Dudley, Telford, Shrewsbury, Birmingham, and all surrounding areas in the West Midlands.

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