Homeowner Question: David, can you tell us what can cause sewer smells? David: When you smell sewer gas in your sink ordrain, it can mean there is a blockage in thedrainpipes in the wall or the vent. If there is a clog from either of these, the water has no place to go without...
It is a chilling yarn, vividly recalling the Japanese proverb ‘kusai mono ni futa’ – if something smells, put a lid on it. The legs we see in the final frame are moving fast, looking purposeful, helping to keep the busy city running smoothly. Any little problems that may arise from ...
We have a house built in the 40s with an addition built in the 80s. Each part has its own septic lines that meet and feed into the septic tank. Since we moved in, there was a strong sewage smell on the back deck near a low vent pipe and smells in the bathrooms. All fixtures ar...
Why does my house smell like sewer? If your entire home smells like sewage, there may be either a leak or a backup in your sewer line. This can quickly lead to dangerous sewage leaks or costly repairs if not addressed quickly. Contact your local plumber to inspect your sewer line for po...
Jeff was to my house within 20 minutes. Within a couple hours, he'd replaced the the connection and had my water back on. Jeff was super super nice, and super calm in my moment of panic. He was a God-send! Nikki T. When our kitchen sink drain stopped working, we called Mr. ...
Edible Geography: When you’re in the sewers, do you notice a difference between different neighbourhoods and parts of the city based on the kinds of debris you encounter or the smells or sounds? I know you can’t see anything, but can you sense what is above you in other ways? Julio...
My wife and I have lived in our house for almost 8 years, knowing we had a septic tank... Never had ANY issues. We had additional family move in (4 more people) and, low and behold, 9 months later we started noticing faint sewer smells. We realized we needed to empty our septic ...
NY. If you’re unsure whether your drain really is blocked, there are some tell-tale signs you need snaking-a-drain services immediately. Foul smells, gurgling noises, and wet patches on the walls are all red flags telling you it’s time for some snaking-a-drain services in Staten Island...
- The house trap (1) prevents sewer gas from escaping from the city sewer or septic tank back into the house. Understanding residential plumbing systems Unused traps, like in floor drains or in unused bathrooms, can dry up and become a source of a sewer gas smells. DIY quiz It could als...
Are your sewer and drainage lines blocked, or have they not been cleaned before? Well, it’s probably about time. Let’s find out more about cleaning with these 7 tips.