Recently, a customer called me about a strong, unpleasant smell coming from her basement entrance. She suspected it was a dead rat and requested an inspection to confirm.
Upon arrival, she mentioned that a similar issue had occurred before, where a dead rat was found inside the wall. After discussing the process and costs involved, I proceeded to carefully open sections of the wall to investigate the source of the odor.
During the inspection, I did not find any dead rats inside. However, I discovered that the wall in question was a separation wall between two townhouses. This meant that any smell could potentially be coming from the neighboring unit. Additionally, I noticed that the entrance to the townhouse was not properly sealed, creating an easy access point for rodents to enter.
I explained my findings to the customer and recommended sealing the entrance to prevent future rodent issues. Addressing these entry points is crucial in avoiding recurring problems and maintaining a safe, odor-free home environment. She did not want to sand it because it was the basement entrance. just wanted to cover holes.
If you’re dealing with mysterious smells or need professional drywall inspection and repair in the Greater Toronto Area, feel free to reach out. I’m here to help keep your home secure and comfortable.
