How to correct Mildew smell coming up from inside the bathroom sink drain?

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Question by rivasj27: How to correct Mildew smell coming up from inside the bathroom sink drain?

We have had the walls examed and there is no leak in the wall or underneath the sink. There is a strong mildew smell coming from inside the drain. We have tried drain-o, tilex and even bleach but the smell keeps coming back within hours. Any adivce? Do you think having the sink snaked would help?




Best answer:

Answer by bananas
Try snaking first. If that doesn't help, the trap may be deteriorated. Not too expensive to fix. The snaking will probably cost around 0. A reasonable plumber will charge you less than 0 to replace the trap (unless you live in a VERY old house...then it could be a bit more)

Worst case scenario is that your sewer is clogged/bad. Are you experiencing slow drains all over the house? You may need your main sewer line cleaned out.

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