Lots of rain in Colorado yesterday. The main water line going out to the street was partially blocked and stormwater backed up a little in the basement. One of the bedrooms is in the basement with a drain. According to my tenant half of the bedroom carpet is totally soaked through. My plan is to send a carpet cleaning service to the house tomorrow to soak up all the water. I'm guessing it will cost me $150-$200, maybe cheaper. My tenant asked about possible mold. I'm not an expert, but I don't see it being possible if you get the water out in less than 36 hours. Don't carpet cleaning services get the carpet really wet when they do a wet clean? I remember them taking two days to dry when moving into a new apartment. Lastly, Colorado is very dry with very little mold problems.
Getting a new carpet in the bedroom would not be that much more expensive, probably $300. I wouldn't mind putting in new carpet if I thought it would help. However, I don't think it's an issue. Any advice? Am I missing something?