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    Jan 7, 2014, 05:31 PM
    Sewage Smell
    We have a sewer smell in our bathroom, seems to be coming only from the toilet, not the shower or the sink. Any thoughts?
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    Jan 7, 2014, 07:26 PM
    Wax ring is probably leaking air from pressure on the main stack. Sniff around the bowl to floor joint and see if the smell in there.

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