carpet mold after leak 3
https://getmustysmellfromcarpetsite.talesignal.com/posts/what-that-musty-smell-from-carpet-really-means-and-how-to-fix-it
After a leak, carpet mold can set in fast, especially if the padding stays damp. You might notice a musty smell or dark spots spreading under furniture. It's tough to fully dry without pulling up the carpet, and bleach only lightens surface stains—mold roots deep in the backing. If you can't dry it within 48 hours, replacement is safer than risking health issues from spores.