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    Mar 8, 2007, 09:32 AM
    Septic odor
    Can a smoke test on the septic be done by the home owner? I have a foul odor coming in my house from somewhere when I use the water.
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    Mar 8, 2007, 09:41 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by jennvk
    Can a smoke test on the septic be done by the home owner? I have a foul odor coming in my house from somewhere when I use the water.
    Is all your floor drains, or any trap in an unused tub or shower dry?

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