Some bathroom and kitchen sinks have “S” traps like this one that drain into the floor. It’s important that sewer gas doesn’t get trapped in them. Proper venting of drain lines ensures that a small ...

Q: Last week, my home was inspected for the buyer. When my agent gave me the buyer’s request for repairs, one thing took me by surprise. I have lived in this home for over 20 years and never had a ...

I recently I read your article about smelly bathrooms where odors may come from the water system due to high levels of sulfur. But, what causes bad odors from the drains? I seem to have a bad problem ...

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V-traps are designed to make P-traps obsolete. The unique valve design of the V-traps makes them virtually trouble free. They are self-priming; you never have to add water to make them work. A ...

These V-traps have a valve design, are self-priming, and never need added water. A self-sealing column of water, equal in height to the negative pressure in the air conditioner, automatically prevents ...