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Smell in sink in downstairs loo and bathroom
Anonymous user 09/03/2024 - 3.33 PM
I have a smell coming from my sink in the bathroom and downstairs toilet. Both sinks do not have a "U bend" pipe fitted under. If I get one fitted will this get rid of the smell?
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4 Answers
B.D.C. DRAINAGE CLEARANCE AND MAINTENANCE LTD
Rating: 4.8 out of 5
Yes it will, the water in the trap provide a seal from the main drainage stopping smells from coming in.
Answered6 March 2023
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photofinish contracts
Rating: 5 out of 5
You bet - all units have to have a trap. If you can imagine the pipework pretty well goes directly into the sewer, and the movement of air down there will push any smells directly into your home.
Answered6 March 2023
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D & R Property and Plumbing Maintenance
Rating: 4.9 out of 5
yes if you fit traps to both basins you will stop the smell from drains entering the building.
Answered6 March 2023
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Anonymous user
Are you? Benz is supposed to stop smells from coming up the sink and this may be enough, however, the smell is also a sign that your drains may need cleaning and if you're going to put a u bend in then I was just giving the pipework a clean at the same time. Also, if there is a particular problem in this area, it may be worth putting a dedicated non-return valve on the waste pipe as well.
Answered7 March 2023
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