Cant see what it would hurt.If smell still there would pull all carpet, seal subfloors. 

Recently on 2 SFH rentals we had to seal our WBFP's then have them re-inspect it to avoid losing our Insurance.On a higher end SFH I took out the old WBFP & installed a Gas insert with blower & they love it.We did have an issue in an old rental home years ago where the fire was so hot the support joists under the hearth actually started to smolder.

I would agree with Michael Seeker then.Wood is cheap to install, easy to work with, and if you seal it then you should be good.

ok so here i am trying to build a buyers list, I called weichart.com and asked him if he has a list of buyers that are cash buyers and i will offer 10-20% profit to him once the cash buyer seals the deal.

Continuously inspect your home for further infestations and thoroughly seal the home away and remove any sources of food.

Please make sure to read warnings & allow enough time for ozone to dissipate before getting back in house.2) B-I-N Shellac-Based Primer (Zinnser Brand) This will seal absolutely everything.

I would make sure to seal them with silicone to make sure they don't allow water into the wall causing mold and other damage.Jon, I am right there with you on my rentals getting more attention than my personal house.

We've already ripped out carpet, but now we're wondering what cleaning and sealing products to use.

As long as the pipe isn't all hacked up they seal perfectly.They work on copper, PEX or CPVC and cost around $9.

James Maher have you looked at window being properly sealed?