Shower Smells

desron1964

House is 2 yrs old and on septic tank. Drain line has a trap and all appears normal. 85% of the time there's a odor that comes from drain opening. have snaked line and it's clear. Any ideas, we're getting tired of that nasty odor. Thanks, Paul

Ron The Plumber

Is the drain properly vented?

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Big Bob

P traps only work when they have water in them. Check for leaks at the P trap if you can. pour a couple of gallons down the shower drain 2-3 times a day see if this helps. if it works you might have a slow leak.
I have had a few clients with this same problem with showers they hardly use.
People forget the water in a p-trap will evaporate.

Hope this helps.

Marlin

That's usually what it is. An improper or clogged vent sucking the trap dry.