There are few things in our homes that are more unpleasant than the pervasive smell of sewage. Since no one likes to live in a constant stench, we want to find a solution to it as soon as possible. Although it is usually due to the simplest cause, channel We suspect a blockage, but often the problem stems from the design and construction of the sewage system. Consequently, it is possible that the stench remains in the apartment even after the sewer is cleaned.

You wouldn't think so, but the sewer smell that makes our lives miserable is most often caused by channel can be traced back to the shortcomings of the design and construction. If during the work a rubber seal slips out of place, or the seal does not even fit in place, then there will be gaps at the joints of the pipes, which can cause problems especially during the current, rainy autumn period. In such cases, after a heavy shower or thunderstorm, the mud in the street main pipe is stirred up, and its pungent stench appears in our homes. The lack of a seal does not prevent the unhindered flow of water, but the released gases can easily escape into our homes through the poor joints, creating an unpleasant stench.

If the drain is poorly designed, cleaning the drain or even draining large amounts of water can cause odor problems. The rushing water can create a vacuum that can suck water out of odor-blocking media, such as siphons and floor drains.

In such cases, the air intake valve is the solution that can help balance the vacuum in the pipe. However, in many cases, this useful component is forgotten to be installed. However, it would only cost a few thousand forints to prevent unwanted odors from making our everyday lives miserable. So if we notice that the air intake valve is missing, it may be worth installing it later. (The lack of the valve can be indicated not only by the constant sewer smell, but also if the kitchen, bathroom or we hear a continuous bubbling sound around the toilet.) Of course, after this, we should not forget about regular maintenance of the valve, which can be done with a soft cloth after disassembling the device. We should definitely avoid contact with the valve with chemicals, grease, and other lubricants. maintenance, as this will only shorten the life of the component.

Another important means of protection against odors is the odor trap, which is often the cause of many mistakes when installing and assembling. For example, if the flexible siphon pipe is cut too short at the hand basin, or if the odor trap plug or pipe is forgotten to be refitted to the device – in the case of a floor drain. It is especially common for the odor trap to dry out, which can also be the cause of odors. It is worth fixing these problems as soon as possible, specialist We need to remedy this with the help of a brush, as the latter phenomenon may even indicate cracking of the faience!

Of course, it is not only the construction that can cause odors, but also insufficient hygiene. Since deposits and residues in the floor drain, in the sink, and even in the washing machine can emit a pungent odor, regular cleaning of these devices is essential. It is advisable to clean them at least every 1-2 months, for which hot water and some vinegar and we can use baking soda to help.

As we have seen, there can be many reasons for an unpleasant sewer smell. This means that at the beginning of the work, it is impossible to say how long it will take to find the source of the stench. The problem may be solved in 5 minutes, but it may also be necessary to search for the cause of the smell for days. In such cases, a little luck is not bad, because if the experienced eye of a specialist finds the problematic points of the pipeline, then we can avoid demolition work that costs tens of thousands of forints.

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