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Sewer smell from washing machine overflow wtf 12-23-2006
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Posted by wtf on December 23, 2006, 4:47 pm


Can anyone tell me the possible reasons for an awful (sewer) smell coming
from the overflow pipe for my washing machine? Had the septic tank pumped 2
years ago. IS this a line that could get plugged and something I
could/should snake out? Any insghts are appreciated.



Posted by Charles Schuler on December 23, 2006, 5:15 pm



> Can anyone tell me the possible reasons for an awful (sewer) smell coming
> from the overflow pipe for my washing machine? Had the septic tank pumped
> 2 years ago. IS this a line that could get plugged and something I
> could/should snake out? Any insghts are appreciated.

Where is the overflow pipe? Are there any other plumbing problems/symptoms?
Is there an empty trap that is allowing gas to enter your home?



Posted by Bob M. on December 23, 2006, 7:08 pm



> Can anyone tell me the possible reasons for an awful (sewer) smell coming
> from the overflow pipe for my washing machine? Had the septic tank pumped
> 2 years ago. IS this a line that could get plugged and something I
> could/should snake out? Any insghts are appreciated.

Do you have a p-trap on the washer's drain line? If so, is water always in
it or does it go so long between uses that the water evaporates & lets sewer
gases back in?



Posted by buffalobill on December 24, 2006, 7:01 am


broken trap. mildew in lint buildup.

wtf wrote:
> Can anyone tell me the possible reasons for an awful (sewer) smell coming
> from the overflow pipe for my washing machine? Had the septic tank pumped 2
> years ago. IS this a line that could get plugged and something I
> could/should snake out? Any insghts are appreciated.


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