What happens if I don’t fix a broken sewer cleanout cap?

• <div><p>There are a few things that can happen to your sewer system if you don’t fix it. These include rainwater entering it and causing rust and corrosion, dirt and debris leading to blockages, small animals getting stuck inside and clogging your sewer line or entering your home, and shortening the sewer system’s life span. </p><p>Without a cap, nothing prevents toxic and non-toxic gasses like methane and hydrogen sulfide from slowly escaping your sewer system and entering your home and the surrounding atmosphere, resulting in a foul <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-stinks-how-get-rid-sewer-gas-smell.htm">sewer odor throughout your house</a>. </p></div>

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Q: What factors affect drain clearing costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on clog severity, pipe condition, equipment required, and labor.</p></div>

Q: Why does my whole house smell like cat pee?

• <div><p>Cat pee has a strong ammonia-like smell, so if you smell cat pee but don&rsquo;t have a cat or don&rsquo;t suspect your cat has any accidents, there could be other issues at hand. Aside from pet urine, your house may smell like cat pee from leaking freon from an old fridge, mold, spilled cleaning supplies, or even outside odors from nearby farms. </p></div>

Q: How do I prevent drain blockages?

• <div><p>Regular cleaning, avoiding grease disposal in sinks, and installing drain strainers help prevent clogs.</p></div>

Q: Can I clear a sewer main myself?

• <div><p>DIY is not recommended due to safety risks and specialized equipment requirements. Hire professionals for effective clearing.</p></div>

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Last update on November 16, 2025

Reviewed in November 2023
Removed eight stumps and hauled them away. Took extra time to clean up and backfill holes. Carter was great to work with on scheduling the project. He showed up when he said he would and make quick work of a large project at a reasonable price. Would highly recommend!
Carter Wright
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Reviewed in November 2016
Amazing! Everything was trimmed to my requests. Best of all, branches/trees were chipped on site, so no messy clean up! Grady was easy to work with, he used an easy payment system (Paypal) and was prompt and professional! I will always call him first for tree services. Thanks, Grady!
Sherpa Tree Service
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Reviewed in November 2016
Beyond my expectations without a doubt. Prompt courteous, professional highly trained. From the smallest job to cleaning my 65 room hotel. On a scale of 1-10, NuTech gets an 11.
NU-TECH ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
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Reviewed in November 2016
Great. Showed up on time. Cleaned up afterwards. Very happy with the results.
Clint Brown Painting
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Reviewed in June 2014
These builders were contracted to install new bathrooms in a previously completed building. Their crews completed the job on time and under budget. They had to overcome obstacles and come up with creative ideas on how to run the plumbing. They completed the job and left the place cleaner...
Able Home Builders
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Reviewed in January 2014
They were very prompt and professional. All the work was done while we were at work. The house was clean and tidy when they were finished.
Perry Electric Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
The provider looked at the house before the scheduled date to clean and gave price. The provider arrived on time and completed the work in a timely fashion. The work was excellent and I am very pleased.
SERVICEMASTER OF SOOLAND
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Reviewed in September 2013
took it in the first time, they cleaned up all the broken glass, went to install the window & they were sent the wrong window. So they put a temporary plastic over the door & got the right window the next day & installed it that afternoon.
SAARIE AUTO BODY REPAIR
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Reviewed in August 2013
They were very nice, conscientious, clean, and a pleasure to work with.
Doyle Painting & Decorating
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Reviewed in June 2013
Everything was done great. I did have streaks in my living room but he came back with no hassle and did it again and the carpets were very clean. He is somewhat expensive but he does do a great job.
Louie's Cleaning and Disaster Restoration
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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

There are a few things that can happen to your sewer system if you don’t fix it. These include rainwater entering it and causing rust and corrosion, dirt and debris leading to blockages, small animals getting stuck inside and clogging your sewer line or entering your home, and shortening the sewer system’s life span.

Without a cap, nothing prevents toxic and non-toxic gasses like methane and hydrogen sulfide from slowly escaping your sewer system and entering your home and the surrounding atmosphere, resulting in a foul sewer odor throughout your house.

Costs depend on clog severity, pipe condition, equipment required, and labor.

Cat pee has a strong ammonia-like smell, so if you smell cat pee but don’t have a cat or don’t suspect your cat has any accidents, there could be other issues at hand. Aside from pet urine, your house may smell like cat pee from leaking freon from an old fridge, mold, spilled cleaning supplies, or even outside odors from nearby farms.

Regular cleaning, avoiding grease disposal in sinks, and installing drain strainers help prevent clogs.

DIY is not recommended due to safety risks and specialized equipment requirements. Hire professionals for effective clearing.

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