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Pew! My Sink Drains Smell Awful!

Pew! My Sink Drains Smell Awful!A residential septic system that is properly maintained should not smell. A bad smell inside or near your home is not a sign of good health. Smelly septic systems are caused by the presence of gasses, such as hydrogen sulfide and carbon dioxide. These gases have pH levels that are too acidic to allow the microorganisms to digest organic matter in the tank, which causes the tank odor. These odors are not only unpleasant, but high concentrations of a mixture of these gasses may be explosive or toxic. Septic tank odors can be easily remedied with a few household products.

How to clean the overflowing sink: Check the overflow hole if your bathroom sink smells. This hole can be found either directly beneath the faucet or underneath it.

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Septic Failure in MN

Septic Failure in MNAt Custom Septic, we have seen it all. We have seen everything from the unbelievably clean septic system to the nastiest, smelliest septic failure that has flooded the yard and beyond. Through our experience, training and expertise, we have specialized knowledge when it comes to septic failures. Septic systems don’t all of a sudden erupt one day like a volcano laying dormant for years. There are many different factors leading to a failed system. At Custom Septic, we want all of our customers to be educated on septic failure signs. Interested in learning what to look for? Knowing when to call our experts can save you both money and a whole lot of clean up time. And trust us…septic sytem clean-up is not for the faint of heart.

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