Clogged Drain
Shower clogs are an incredibly common plumbing issue and could cause a shower’s unpalatable odor. A buildup of hair, soap scum, dirt, mineral deposits, and other debris in your shower’s drain can cause clogs and emit a distinct smell. If you’ve noticed your shower has been draining slower than usual, a clogged drain is likely the cause of your shower’s problems. Sunshine Plumbing and Gas offers effective and affordable drain cleaning and repair services!
Dirty P-Trap
Another possible cause of strange odors coming from your shower could be a dirty or dry P-trap. If the odor from your shower resembles the smell of a sewer, the problem is most likely a dry or dirty P-trap. If you suspect your P-trap is to blame for your shower’s smell, one of our experienced local plumbers can help resolve the problem.
Leaky Pipes
If the odor coming from your shower smells like rotten eggs or sulfur, the problem could be caused by a leak in your plumbing system’s drain lines. Leaky pipes anywhere in your home could lead to serious and expensive damage to your property. If you suspect the cause of your shower’s problems is a leaky pipe, contact an experienced plumber for plumbing leak repair services immediately!
Biofilm Buildups
Biofilm is muck or slime forming from bacteria and bacterial waste on the surface of showers and sinks. If enough biofilm builds up in your shower, it could cause a pervasive odor. Specifically, if your shower smells like mildew, the problem is likely biofilm buildup. To deal with this issue, you can scrub and clean your shower with an antimicrobial cleaner.