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pdepriest
Jan 15, 2009, 10:41 PM
After complaining to my condo management for two years I was notified that the horrible ordor in my unit is sewer gas. The order has persisted off and on for approximately three or four years. At first I dismissed it as a backed up drain and continued to use spray and wick deoderizers. I was constantly pouring vinegar, bleach, and baking soda into my kitchen and bathroom drains. After extensive reseach I discovered these gases are deadly and can be ignited easily. I am very upset to learn that serious respiratory, neurological, sensory complications, occular irritations, are just some of the problems brought on by exposure to this gas. I have suffered with respiratory problems that began about a year ago. Many nights I wake up with uncontrollable coughing and nausea. I live alone and had to call 911 a few months ago due to the inability to breathe. It was about five minutes after the EMT administered oxygen before I could breathe again. Where do I go from here? Who or what agency can help me with the sewer gas problem.

Pivoman
Feb 7, 2009, 12:11 AM
I live in a Condo, too. I'm battling with the association & management too. Call the Dept. of Health. Notify your Municipal Building Inspector. Also hire a reputable Real Estate Attorney. By The way you don't live at Bay Colony Condominiums...

Rainidaze223
Dec 8, 2012, 05:29 PM
You can call the sanatarian for the county where you live and file a complaint. Call a plumber to clear the drain in your home, as well.