### Who Do I Contact About a Bad Smell?
If you have a bad smell in your home or business, it is important to identify the source of the odor so that you can take appropriate steps to remove it. There are a few different ways to identify the source of an odor:
* **Use your nose.** This is the most basic way to identify an odor. Simply sniff around the area where you smell the odor and try to pinpoint the source.
* **Look for visual cues.** Sometimes, you can identify the source of an odor by looking for visual cues. For example, if you smell a burning smell, you may be able to see smoke or flames.
* **Ask others.** If you can’t identify the source of an odor on your own, ask others for help. They may be able to smell the odor and help you pinpoint the source.
Once you have identified the source of the odor, you can take steps to remove it. If the odor is caused by something that is decaying, such as food or garbage, you will need to remove the source of the odor and clean the area thoroughly. If the odor is caused by a chemical spill, you will need to follow the instructions on the spill kit to clean up the spill.
If you are unable to identify the source of the odor or if you are unable to remove the odor yourself, you may need to contact a professional odor removal service. Odor removal services have the experience and equipment to identify and remove odors from a variety of sources.
## Choosing an Odor Removal Service
When choosing an odor removal service, it is important to consider the following factors:
* **Experience.** Choose a service that has experience removing odors from a variety of sources.
* **Equipment.** Make sure that the service has the equipment necessary to identify and remove odors from your specific situation.
* **Cost.** Get quotes from several different services before making a decision.
Once you have chosen an odor removal service, they will work with you to develop a plan to remove the odor from your home or business. The plan will typically involve identifying the source of the odor, removing the source of the odor, and cleaning the area thoroughly.
Professional odor removal services can help you to eliminate bad smells from your home or business, and they can also help to prevent odors from returning in the future.