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    birdman60 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Oct 22, 2006, 02:25 PM
    Bad odor
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    I have a bad odor coming in from the pipe that leads to my sump pump well. Also mud is coming in the same way. I live in a 4 unit townhouse that all share the same drain tile. Don't know if that helps.
    Thanks in advance
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    Oct 22, 2006, 02:53 PM
    Hi Bird,

    Do the other units all drain into your pit? If the drain pipe's Terra-Cotta,(tile)
    Then it sounds like you have a break in the line that allows dirt to enter. Or the dirt could be coming from a "french drain" from outside. As for the odor, can you get to the other end of the drain line to load it up with bleach?
    Regards, Tom

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