So your basement smells like rotten eggs. You’ve tried everything to get rid of that smelly basement. You’ve tried everything to get the problem solved, but you can’t seem find it. Don’t worry – we can help.
How to Get Rid of the Rotten Egg Smell in Your Basement
So your basement smells like rotten eggs.
You’ve tried everything to get rid of the rotten egg smell from your basement. You’ve tried everything to get the problem solved, but you can’t find it.
We hope that the 911 Restoration of New Orleans learning centre will provide you with the information you need.
The 911 Restoration of New Orleans specialists have completed over 1,500 water damage restoration jobs in the New Orleans and surrounding areas, solving sewer gas smells and mast rotten eggs odors that can lead to major inconveniences.
Recent New Orleans clients have lost 1 year rents to tenants because of an unpleasant odor. They discovered us via our YouTube channel, and put us to the test.
We are confident that we will find leaks and smells that no other leak detection expert can. If we don’t, we’ll fix the problem for free.
Is there a rotten egg smell coming from your basement? Contact us today to arrange a repair or detection service!
The House
When we arrived at the house, it was filled with rotten eggs and sewer gas.
Step 1 – We first checked for any sewer pipes that were cracked, uncapped or disconnected. All sewer lines were replaced with new ABS pipes and fittings.
Then, we did a smoke test. Nothing showed up to indicate that there was a leak in the entire system.
Step 2 – We checked the basement’s gas lines. We use gas sniffing equipment to verify that there are no gas leaks. However, we recommend soap and water for all proximity gas joints. If bubbles become large, it is a sign of a gas leak.
We confirmed and verified that there was no gas leak.
Step 3 – Next, we inspected every inch of basement concrete flooring. What we found was incredible!
It was a strong smell that rose from the concrete floor, in a 12-inch by 12-inch area.
Then, we set up air filter scrubbers and prepared the area for excavation.
We dug down to 4ft and found 2 important things.
1 – Table water
2 – The soil smells like rotten eggs
This was a dangerous environment that we knew had to be dealt with. We used creative techniques to get outside the house and not try to mask it.
Basement Rotten Egg Solution
Step 1: Backfill the hole with 3/4 to 1″ rocks. End the process by leaving approximately 4 inches of concrete for filling.
Step 2: Install a 3-inch cast iron floor sink and turn it upside down.
Step 3 – Pour concrete around the floor sink base, seal the floor with 2500 psi concrete.
Allow this to cure for five hours before moving on to step 4.
Step 4: Install 3-inch ABS pipe and fittings from floor sink pipe stub. End it to the outside. You can vent this using an inline fan motor. This will draw the odor outside.
This type of work costs anywhere from $1,500.00 up to $6,500.00
911 Restoration Of New Orleans
Our New Orleans water damage restoration clients were able to solve their problems by detecting leaks and odors. We are thrilled that they now have two happy, paying tenants!
This article should have helped you solve the basement rotten egg problem or given you some great tips. 911 Restoration of New Orleans is available 24/7. If you require leak detection services for homes, please contact us. We can travel anywhere.