Drain Odor: What to Do and Who to Call

What Causes Drain Odor?

Understanding drain odor helps homeowners in Tampa Bay make informed decisions about when to call a plumber.

Warning Signs

• A specific drain smells bad even when not in use
• Odor returns shortly after cleaning the drain
• Smell resembles sewage rather than food or mildew
• Gurgling from the drain along with the odor
• Odor worsens after running water nearby

When to Call a Plumber

Call a plumber if the odor returns after cleaning and refilling the trap -- that usually means the issue is further down the line.

What To Do Right Now

1. Pour water down the drain to check if a dry trap is the cause
2. Clean the visible portion of the drain and stopper first
3. Call CDS Service Co at (813) 590-7499
4. Note whether the smell is isolated to one drain or spreading

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• Drain Cleaning Tampa
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