How to remove “stinky” smell from basement bathroom!
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Sweet pea
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I have a below ground basement with a small toilet & shower. An in-ground pump removes water & waste by pushing it into the main sewer line. Sometimes the smell is very noticeable. Is there something I can pour into the waste reservoir that will reduce the smell? There is a ductless air/heat system with a dehumidifier as well as a small dehumidifier in the closet located in the bathroom. A light/fan removes mositure (and smells) but it just doesn’t take care of the problem. Any suggestions??
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charcoal helps! There are little jars of beads that smell good and absorb some of moisture! My basement I use these things that you get at Walmart that hangs and absorbs moisture out of air with febreeze smell
Hi Sweet Pea,
I'm wondering about the dehumidifier in the closet. Do you keep the door open? Keeping the dehumidifier behind a door, might prevent it from working properly. Also, try putting 1/2 cup of baking soda down the drain, followed by a cup of vinegar. Let that sit for a while, then flush it out with hot water. That might help as well. We have some moisture removing bags in our basement that help remove summer moisture smells. Those might also work. You should be able to find them at a big box store, Home Depot, Lowes or Amazon. Wishing you the best.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DNWjjxScOQ
Thank you all for your quick responses. The video was very helpful and seems easy enough for me to do on my own. If your suggestions don't work I'll call the plumber. Thanks again
I would give the drain 1/2-1 cup of bleach or a slug of Pine-Sol each day, right down the toilet. This is definitely a place for spray or solic room deodorizer. If the door to the bathroom is left ajar, that should be enough to deodorize most of the area. Best wishes ❤
It could depend on if you are using a septic system or city sewer. Check the vent pipe to make sure it is working properly, too. Maybe a better exhaust fan will work. There could be a sewer pipe leak, also. Call a plumber to have it checked out.
Actually the sump basin for an ejector pump used for bathroom waste is supposed to be sealed to prevent odors from escaping. Not like a standard sump basin. Maybe you have a standard basin rather than the sealed basin.
Thanks for your comments. Not sure what type I have, as it was installed by licensed plumber. I've received great comments (a few which I'm gonna try) hope this cures the problem.
What may be happening.. is that the new "low flow" toilets do not use enough water to adequately flush all the way down the sewer line.... same thing with the maceration pump... try flushing a second time and see if that helps..... you may also need to have the level adjusted in the sump for the maceration pump.... that way it evacuates sooner.