This is the dilemna; I'm a non-smoker, but the daughter smokes and the odor gets into my place, and I smell the constant stink of cigarette smoke, and it really bothers me even though I've tried to cover it up with incense.

Mitch, the carpet idea makes sense. i was thinking about that, but we tell them that we dont want people to walk on the carpet, that's why it's not changed. we tell them about it, just like that, that we dont want people to mess it up, and they nod in agreement and say "it makes sense"..it looks good, just has odor to it. maybe i can just change it and put plastic where people can walk on it.there's no space for a dishwasher.. it's not a large kitchen, not much of an option, in my opinion. maybe that's a drawback (but can't be the reason with the singles)here's the link, take a look at the pictures - http://onpointrentals.com/index.php?

It is definitely a process, involving a very thorough cleaning of all affected surfaces to get as much of the odor out as possible.

It could also be insufficient draft, but this is usually accompanied by the odor in the room when combustion occurs which you didnt mention, and with a three story flue isnt likely.The cleaning and thermocouple replacement is simple.

I purchased a house that had horrible odors.

A factory 1,000 feet away may become noise pollution, have odor issues or traffic and parking can be an issue.

Is there any quick easy process I can use to repair/seal these hardwood floors to make them look a little nicer while also getting rid of any leftover odors from the previous owners?

Do a search (search bar is in the top right corner) for smoke smell or odor and you'll find a number of threads with all kinds of advice.

i do believe that if you go to a pet store they sell some stuff that gets rid of the odor...

Those carpets and pads must be pulled and the odors removed before new pads and carpets go in.And no Virginia, pet deposits will not take care of this, they can contribute but these people should talk first before the landlord does his checkout and try to come to some agreement to ease his pain and in turn theirs.Talk first, do not make them chase you or any chances of a reasonable settlement go out the window, or they would for me.