Does the drain smell? This is a relatively frequent issue, so don’t be alarmed. This may be the root of a wide range of problems. In this article, we go through a few of the typical explanations for why this can be happening.
The Sewer Trap
Every drain has, or ought to have a trap, which is a low bend. Water builds up inside the downward-facing curve, preventing the sewer gases from escaping the drain. Every time you turn on the faucet, new water is added. There can be few things wrong with the trap:
– If you haven’t used any water for weeks, the water may have just evaporated from the trap
– There could be a leak meaning the water is escaping
Dirty Garbage Disposal
While a waste disposal is very convenient, it is possible for food to become stuck in the blades and for food to spoil, which may be the cause of the odour coming from your kitchen sink drain. This can happen if you don’t run enough water down the drain each time you put food in it or if you drop a lot of food down the sink at once.
The nasty sink could be resolved by cleaning it out with coarse salt, ice cubes, cold water, and lemon peels. If it doesn’t, you might need to replace your disposal.
Clogged Vent
It’s possible that germs and muck accumulation are to blame for the odour. Keep in mind that everything that goes down your drains, such as food, hair, and dirt, can build up. An odour may develop as a result of such objects becoming lodged in the pipes.
Blockages frequently come with smells, so this is a strong indication that it’s time to empty your pipes. Hopefully cleaning your pipes will eliminate the odour (and slow drains).
Unused Drain
A dry Sewer trap is often to blame for the smelly sink drain that develops after a period of inactivity. Your plumbing system has a device called a p trap that collects water and the base of the curve to block odours. The water in the p trap will evaporate, though, if it hasn’t been used for a time, leaving you exposed to your foul sink drains.
Sulphates
You may have too much sulphate in your water if your sink has a strong rotten egg odour. Sulphates can harm clothes and create stomach problems when consumed, although they are not dangerous. An excessive amount of sulphates in your water can also cause drainage issues, so the stench may originate from both the sulphates themselves and a clog.
Get Fresh Smelling Drains
If you’ve noticed a bad smell around your sink drain and you can’t fix the problem on your own, it’s time to get outside help. Contact us today on 0116 277 5863 to arrange a visit or fill in our contact form.
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