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My drain smells bad, but it's not blocked. What can I do to fix it?

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Answered Oct 05, 2026
If a drain emits foul sewer odors despite flowing freely, the issue is typically caused by a dried-out P-trap, a dirty overflow port, or decomposing organic slime lining the interior pipe walls. Pour a large pitcher of water down the drain to replenish the water seal inside the P-trap. For organic slime, pour half a cup of baking soda followed by white vinegar down the drain, let it fizz for 30 minutes, and scrub the overflow opening with a small brush. Verification: Pour a cup of water down the drain to confirm the P-trap seal is full and odor-free.
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