Chris Hudson
New Member
Hi Terry Love community,
I have been smelling intermittent sewer smell in our downstairs bathroom for several weeks. I have tried all the recommended stuff. Finally I took the whole vanity apart and looked into the drain with a flashlight and discovered the tee connection for the sink drain that connect to the sewer line and the vent is completely sheared below the elbow for the stub out. The crack is visible in the first pic, but it was hard to get the crack very clear.
I am assuming this is the culprit. I am glad I found the problem on my own but wish it had been something simpler.
My question is if this is something I could do on my own or does this need to be taken care of by a licensed plumber? I am guessing the drywall needs to be cut away and the section of pipe replaced. I have done lots of home projects but nothing quite like this.
Any advice from the pros would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks, Chris
I have been smelling intermittent sewer smell in our downstairs bathroom for several weeks. I have tried all the recommended stuff. Finally I took the whole vanity apart and looked into the drain with a flashlight and discovered the tee connection for the sink drain that connect to the sewer line and the vent is completely sheared below the elbow for the stub out. The crack is visible in the first pic, but it was hard to get the crack very clear.
I am assuming this is the culprit. I am glad I found the problem on my own but wish it had been something simpler.
My question is if this is something I could do on my own or does this need to be taken care of by a licensed plumber? I am guessing the drywall needs to be cut away and the section of pipe replaced. I have done lots of home projects but nothing quite like this.
Any advice from the pros would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks, Chris
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