Closet fowl odor

2oldman wrote:
Maybe there's a bird in there.

LOL !!!

Mr.Mark wrote:
Fondon, I would think it has to be a vent or the P-trap drain for the washer has dried out. If you run the washer, does the smell go away for a while?

MM.

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2oldman wrote:
Maybe there's a bird in there.

I'm calling "Fowl" on that post.

Depending on how often you use the washer/dryer will determine whether the P-trap dries out. If you're not going to use it for awhile, a half teaspoon of mineral oil down the p-trap will keep it from smelling. Once the p-trap empties, it allows the sewer gas to come into the coach. You shouldn't have to pull the W/D to access it. Look behind the W/D and you'll see the tube. Try pouring a cup of water down there first. If your problem doesn't go away, then look for other more difficult issues. Start with the easy stuff first....Dennis

My guess is that your trap is dry. Put a quart of water down the drain to refill the trap. If there is no water in the trap, the tank gasses can come right on through. Living in the dry climate of Arizona, our traps will dry out in a couple of months. I frequently pour some water down them to keep them full.

I agree with your diagnosiss. Leak in vent tube most likely. Pull the appliances, fill the tank and run your hands along the vent shaft to find leak. Best of luck

Fondon, I would think it has to be a vent or the P-trap drain for the washer has dried out. If you run the washer, does the smell go away for a while?

MM.

if your is like ours the units will have to be move a little.

Maybe there's a bird in there.