Help! My basement smells horrible!!

Question

My washing machine was leaking underneath and I had a plumber come over and he replaced some tubing behind the washer. The next day I ran a load and when I went into the laundry room the water was worse than before the plumber was here. Now, the adjoining room (which is carpeted) stinkis to high heaven. I think it's mold but I've never smelled this before. Do I really need to replace this carpet or is there something else I can do to get rid of the smell in both rooms? Any help would be so much appreciated!!!

Answer 1

You need to pull up the carpet and get air under them to get them completely dry or you will have mold.  You should already have a dehumidifier in the basement just make sure it is on high.