Mystery smell solved (finally) - We spent months trying to figure out why we would get swamp gas in our laundry room. We looked at clogged p trap, vent pipe clog, even having someone check the septic tank. Nothing was wrong. Yet the gas remained. It was definitely coming from the washer drain. We use the washer almost daily so the p trap was not just drying out. The Answer: High efficiency washers pump the water out at a much higher PSI than older models, we found that at the end of the drain cycle a certain amount of air is pumped out along with the last bits of water. That air was enough to push the water out of the P trap. This resulted in insufficient Ptrap water to prevent gas from escaping back into the house. I have just installed the standpipe seal in the hope that this will solve the issue. In my opinion it seems a bit expensive for a piece of plastic but it if works then it will be money well spent. I imagine that many people with high efficiently washers may be experiencing the same issue.
@ivosan11 Жыл бұрын
ooooH, now I get it. I was wondering how the P trap could be dry if we use the washer almost daily.
@amhoffma65329 ай бұрын
Hi! Did this end up working for you? Thanks!
@brettstafford8019 ай бұрын
It worked. We still sometimes get a little stink, but we found that was coming from the washer itself. Running the cleaning cycle every week and using less detergent finally solved it for good. We are stink free and I'm no longer worried about toxic gases around the house. @@amhoffma6532
@kristfur2 ай бұрын
What's the verdict? Have a similar mystery issue going on. Not sure if it's the emergency floor drain or something else.
@brettstafford8012 ай бұрын
Yes. After a year of using this device I'd say that its 99.90% better. Sometimes you get a small whiff of something but its nothing at all like it was. So yeah, Definitely worth it.
@unityroad2 жыл бұрын
Thank-you for product. Ordered, arrived timely and perfect condition.
@standpipeseal53462 жыл бұрын
You're welcome and we appreciate your business!
@PM-bs2mf3 жыл бұрын
So if i use this product will i still need to add a vent stack for the washer?
@standpipeseal53463 жыл бұрын
Yes, you will still need a vent stack per your local plumbing code. STANDPIPE SEAL is not intended to replace or be used as a Primary and/or Main Vent in any plumbing system.
@standpipeseal53463 жыл бұрын
STANDPIPE SEAL will prevent Sewer Gases from entering into the dwelling through the Laundry Standpipe.
@worldview7302 жыл бұрын
Wow why didn't I watch this video before I already installed mine? But this will be my next installation choice for my next laundry project for sure. Thanks for the link! 👍👍👍
@standpipeseal53462 жыл бұрын
You're welcome and thanks for watching!
@alexanderwalsh40862 ай бұрын
Doesn't this still allow sewer gas to go into the washing machine? As another user said, high efficiency washers often pump either a large amount of water (causing a siphon effect) or air at the end of the cycle which clears water out of the ribbed hose in the back of the washer. If that is connected to this piece, won't the sewer gas back up through this hose into the washer itself?
@standpipeseal53462 ай бұрын
Good question. Every washing machine is equipped with a check-valve/backflow device which prevents any wastewater or sewer gases from entering into the washing machine.
@jaysmith6013 Жыл бұрын
Would using PVC primer and glue make the standpipe seal permanently attached to the drain?
@standpipeseal5346 Жыл бұрын
Yes, once the STANDPIPE SEAL Kit is installed it becomes a permanent part of your plumbing system.
@jetmike7472 жыл бұрын
Wow this looks like an awesome product where some clever engineering was involved. This is perfect to deal with an infrequently used washer that has it's trap dry out. I will be ordering one right away!
@standpipeseal53462 жыл бұрын
We appreciate your kind words and look forward to helping you fix your sewer gas problem!
@billt94562 жыл бұрын
You must be the CEO!!
@emmanueldelgado44903 жыл бұрын
Where can I buy I live in Phoenix Arizona
@standpipeseal53463 жыл бұрын
STANDPIPE SEAL can be purchased online at: www.standpipeseal.com
@mariojalata52592 жыл бұрын
Does this work on rv hookup?
@standpipeseal53462 жыл бұрын
Yes! Provided your standpipe is 2" (Inside Diameter) and there's enough space it will work.
@stevehampton58342 жыл бұрын
Im getting a mold smell. Same thing as “gas?”
@standpipeseal53462 жыл бұрын
A mold smell is not the same, but just as frustrating. If the smell is coming from the standpipe, STANDPIPE SEAL should correct the problem. Thanks for the question.
@justinw1233 жыл бұрын
Great product yall offering any discount coupons for memorial day?;)
@standpipeseal53463 жыл бұрын
Very happy you like the product and thank you! Unfortunately, there are currently no coupons being offered.
@justinw1233 жыл бұрын
Ok just bought one will be ready to get it and install it
@justinw1233 жыл бұрын
Got a question, so you use just one of the black gaskets on the house right? You don't need to use the other gasket for anything?
@standpipeseal53463 жыл бұрын
@@justinw123 Correct, only one gasket is necessary. The second gasket is just a replacement and/or backup just in case it should be needed.
@vitalsteve12 жыл бұрын
is this used in conjunction with a trap or as an alternate?
@standpipeseal53462 жыл бұрын
The STANDPIPE SEAL product is designed to work in conjunction with a P-Trap. It is not intended or recommended to be an alternative to a P-Trap or Main Vent in any plumbing system. Always follow your local plumbing codes!
@jestonfranco Жыл бұрын
What if your washer water drains straight into a deep sink?
@standpipeseal5346 Жыл бұрын
If your washer drains into a utility sink our product would not be needed. The P-Trap on the sink would prevent any sewer gases from entering into your home. Thanks for your question.
@millerjayproperties49153 жыл бұрын
Does this also help prevent water overflowing from using the washing machine?
@standpipeseal53463 жыл бұрын
STANDPIPE SEAL is not designed to prevent water overflow/backup situations. If you are experiencing these situations I would suggest consulting a licensed plumber to troubleshoot and correct the problem.
@ericl.81452 жыл бұрын
Actually. it works for water overflowing.
@MattRidzonPE Жыл бұрын
I have suds backing up during the rinse cycle. No water, just a little bit of suds. Will this stop the suds from backing up? (it's a new installation, so I don't suspect there is any blockage, but rather an improper standpipe height)
@blacklovedragon9188 Жыл бұрын
I have a high water output of waching machine during the draining cycle. My plummer said it's not clogged its just the water puts out more that the drain can handle. Do you think this could work for my situation?
@MattRidzonPE Жыл бұрын
@@blacklovedragon9188 you didn't say if your water is backing up or if the P-trap is dry from the high output. If the latter, the company's website explains the situation and how their product stops that smell (you can find their website link in the description). However, if the water is backing up, the company doesn't say if their product will help with that. However, @Eric states above that it worked for him and stopped his overflowing water. Me personally, I have a similar situation to you where suds are backing up. I'm about to buy the product to see if it will stop that.
@reasy19783 жыл бұрын
How exactly does this deal with the root of the smell which is the drain pipe needing to be cleaned? 🤔
@Eledaraumar3 жыл бұрын
More like the root of the problem being no P trap installed. Which this should deal with perfectly
@standpipeseal53463 жыл бұрын
For more information on the root cause of sewer smell entering into your home and how to Fix That Sewer Smell, please visit our website: www.standpipeseal.com
@arauco173 жыл бұрын
Where I can buy it?
@standpipeseal53463 жыл бұрын
StandPipe Seal can be purchased online at: www.standpipeseal.com