Rotten egg or sewer odor isn’t “just how old houses smell.” We track down the source with professional testing and repairs so your home can smell clean and safe again.
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A faint whiff in the bathroom, a stronger blast from the basement, or a “rotten egg” smell when the furnace kicks on — sewer odor can make your home feel embarrassing, unsafe, and stressful to be in.
Our TruTech-trained technicians use a step-by-step process to locate the source and explain clear options — from simple fixes to full repairs if needed.
Know what to look for
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth having a pro take a look. Catching sewer gas issues early can prevent costly water damage and health concerns later.
What to expect
We follow a consistent, code-minded process so we don’t just cover up the smell — we find and fix the root cause.
Every home is different, so we tailor the visit to your situation — sometimes the fix is as simple as restoring a trap, sometimes it requires a larger repair.
Questions, answered
Here are answers to some of the most common questions homeowners ask us about sewer smells and sewer gas in their homes.
Mild sewer odor is usually more of a comfort issue than an emergency, but strong, constant, or worsening smells can be unhealthy — especially in enclosed areas like basements or utility rooms. If the odor is intense or anyone in the home is feeling sick, call a professional quickly and ventilate the area if you can do so safely.
Intermittent sewer odors often point to dry traps, venting problems, or small leaks that only open under certain conditions — like heavy rain, multiple fixtures running at once, or when exhaust fans are pulling air from the home. Our diagnosis visit is designed to recreate those conditions so we can see what’s really happening.
We combine interviews, visual inspections, and testing. After checking traps and fixtures, we may use a drain camera to inspect buried lines and a non-toxic smoke machine to gently pressurize the system. Wherever the smoke comes out, sewer gas can escape too — that’s how we pinpoint leaks that you can’t see.
No. Many sewer odors come from simpler issues like dry floor drains, bad toilet wax rings, or open cleanouts. When we do find main line damage, we’ll show you camera footage and give options ranging from spot repair to full replacement if needed, along with pros and cons of each.
Try to notice when the smell is strongest and jot down where you notice it most. Avoid masking the odor with heavy fragrances right before we arrive — that makes it harder to track down. If we’ll be doing smoke testing, we may ask you to shut off certain fans or equipment temporarily so we can clearly see any smoke escapes.
Real homeowners. Real relief.
From flooded basements to stubborn sewer smells, Omaha Drain is trusted across the metro for fast response, clear communication, and clean work.
