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    Feb 26, 2015, 09:41 AM
    What causes mold and bacteria in sink drains?
    Can someone please explained what causes this or how to stop it from happening!
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    Feb 26, 2015, 11:28 AM
    Usually lack of a proper vent through the roof or a blocked vent (leaves, snow) will produce a smell of decay.
    Bacteria is not an issue. Bacteria is everywhere. You want clean utensils and cutting boards, mainly because of uncooked meats, but you can't keep bacteria out of a drain. If your drain is draining, I doubt that you have mold. Again - you smell rotting food.

    Which drain or drains? Kitchen, bath, shower? Is there a shared vent out the roof? Do you have a ton of snow where you are?
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    Feb 26, 2015, 07:10 PM
    Which sink drain; kitchen, bath, all...
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    Feb 26, 2015, 07:16 PM
    Food particles, skin, hair, other items that support microorganisms. Bleach, scrub with a brush, very hot water to reduce but never eliminate, bacteria is everywhere.
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