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CTV News
5 days ago
- Health
- CTV News
If You Sweat A Lot, You Probably Need To Get Your Hands On A Few Of These Products
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The Sun
16-07-2025
- General
- The Sun
I'm a plumber – here's why your shower smells musty and how to fix it for 50p
A HOT shower should leave you feeling refreshed — not standing in a steamy cloud of musty odour. But according to bathroom and kitchen experts at Plumbworld, many homeowners don't realise that the unpleasant smell in their shower could be coming from hidden grime in the drain. 1 Over time, soap scum, hair, skin cells, and body oils collect in your shower drain and trap moisture. This creates the perfect environment for mould, mildew, and bacteria, which produce musty or sour smells. And showers that don't drain fully or sit unused for long periods are more likely to develop these odours. Thakfully, professional plumber James Clarkson says there's a simple fix that costs just around 50p and can make a noticeable difference fast. James, who has over 15 years of experience in residential and commercial plumbing, explains: 'It's not always the pipes themselves — often, it's the gunk stuck in the trap or just under the grate that starts to smell.' He insists you don't need expensive drain cleaners to fix the issue - and a more purse-friendly solution may already be in your cupboard. That's because James' go-to routine involves a squirt of washing-up liquid and a full kettle of hot water. 'Washing-up liquid cuts through grease and body oils,' James revealed. 'Combined with boiling water, it can break down what's causing the smell — and it only costs pennies per treatment.' To try the hack, all you need to do is pour a generous squirt of standard washing-up liquid - about 5–10ml, costing roughly 5–10p - directly into the shower drain. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes to help loosen oily build-up then carefully pour boiling hot water down the drain to flush out the grime. Then finish up by rinsing the drain area with cold water from the shower. For more stubborn odours, you can mix together two tablespoons of baking soda and salt to pour into the drain, then follow the same steps above. This method is best done once a month as part of your regular bathroom routine. Plumbworld explains: 'A musty shower doesn't always mean there's a major problem. Often, it's just a small maintenance issue that can be fixed for less than 50p. "Regular rinses with hot water and detergent, plus the occasional salt and baking soda flush, go a long way toward keeping odours at bay. 'Baking soda helps neutralise odours, and salt adds a gentle scouring action to loosen stubborn grime. It's a natural, non-corrosive alternative to harsh drain cleaners.'
BBC News
03-07-2025
- General
- BBC News
Seaton Carew residents call for landfill to close
People living close to a landfill site say a stench is preventing them from hanging out their have called on the Environment Agency to close Seaton Meadows Landfill (SMLF), in Seaton Carew, near Hartlepool, claiming the smell heavily impacts on their daily Environment Agency has sent out an inspector after increased reports of odours, however a source has not been identified and investigations Lancaster, site manager for SMLF, apologised for any disturbance and said it was "constantly improving, going above and beyond". A Seaton Carew resident, who wished to remain anonymous, described how badly the "stench and dust" affected him and his family."We have lived in town almost all of my life and now it is just becoming unacceptable," he said."We can't hang our washing out on warm days due to the smell tainting freshly washed clothes."Some told BBC Tees the smell was "like the bottom of a dustbin", while others likened it to "damp, wet shoes". 'Open and transparent' Local MP Jonathan Brash called it a "blight on Hartlepool" and said he wanted the site shut down."The current permits will expire once the final cell is full," he said."I've made it crystal clear to the Environment Agency - no more extensions."He urged residents to "keep reporting foul smells".SMLF stated the site was an industrial area and the source of the smell was previously found not to be the landfill Lancaster added: "We are getting a lot of areas up to finished level for completion."We do our utmost to be as open and transparent with the residents, we are constantly improving going above and beyond."An Environment Agency spokesperson said its officers have been investigating recent reports of odours in the Seaton Carew area. "A source has not been identified but our enquiries are ongoing," they said. Follow BBC Tees on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
Yahoo
28-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Life on the streets near the Pilsworth landfill site
Last year it pumped out putrid smells that hit the people of Bury and Rochdale in the nostrils, but one small area has been dealing with these problems for years. The Pilsworth South Landfill, just off Junction 3 of the M66 motorway, quite literally caused a stink at the beginning of 2024. Politicians described it as "like being hit in the face" and locals said they'd been left feeling sick. There were even calls for site operator, Valencia Waste Management, to have their licence revoked over the problem. The Environment Agency (EA) installed new monitoring facilities to track air quality around the site in the aftermath. But EA bosses later said there were no plans to remove Valencia's licence after action on odour was taken. For residents who live in the houses on Heap Street – this stench was nothing new. The people living in these homes, on the edge of Heywood, are the closest residents to the landfill site. The infamous "Pilsworth stink" is just one of a number of problems they've had with the site over the years. 'It used to stink,' according to local resident Barry Wolstenholme. Barry Wolstenholme, who lives on Heap Street with his wife Greta 'You couldn't leave your windows open. 'It wasn't right, last summer when it was really warm and you wanted your windows open. 'You'd think they'd go somewhere else with more of the rubbish. It shouldn't just be here. 'They'll be making good money from it, but we suffer with it. 'When they found all that rotten meat a few years back the bluebottle flies that came as a result were awful. "You just don't know what they're dumping.' Pointing in the direction of the landfill site just half a mile away, Barry added: 'When you come down here, you can see that. It's like Mount Everest of rubbish.' His wife Greta was concerned about the health and safety aspects. Reflecting on the six months of stink, she said: 'It was completely awful. As soon as you're on the motorway you could smell it. 'It has been steadily getting worse over the last few years really. We're used to the farm smells, but this was something different. 'We are really worried about health and safety. There is a school here so it can't be good for them.' Heap Street, Heywood, near the Pilsworth South landfill site Fereshteh, who lives just around the corner off Bury Old Road, had the same concern as Greta. She didn't open her windows or want to let her daughter play out during the stink over fears for her health. When her daughter returned from school, she asked her whether she wanted to play out when all that was going on, her response was "absolutely not, it was horrid". Bury Old Road, Heywood, near the Pilsworth South landfill site The area is now heavily industrialised, but used to mainly be farmland. So for Dennis Hatherley, who has lived in the area since 1973, the smell wasn't much of a problem. Dennis Hatherley, 79, a Heap Street resident The 79-year-old told the Local Democracy Reporting Service: 'It's never been a major concern for me. "I'm so used to it by now. 'It's a lot higher now than when it was a farm. "The smell was never too bad here to be honest. 'Some people were very put out by it. It was no worse than cow slurry smells you get around here. 'The smell didn't bother me, I'm used to farmyard smells. "They were more upset about the smell in the centre of Heywood. 'It never seemed too bad, but there were some that claimed it made them vomit.' The Heap Street resident went on to say that under previous management there used to be meetings between locals, politicians and the operator to discuss any problems. He would welcome the return of something similar to iron out any future issues. This could be needed as there are now growing concerns because the landfill site is about to get even bigger. A draft permit has been issued by the EA to increase the volumes of mixed non-hazardous waste allowed to be treated at the site's new recycling plant. The idea behind the new plans would see recyclable material already in the landfill site and other rubbish being brought in reprocessed. Derek Stubbs has reservation over the new processing plant. He has lived in the Heap Street area for the majority of his life and his children all live locally. Derek Stubbs, 65, who lives near to the Pilsworth South Landfill site The 65-year-old said: 'The council are moaning about it, but nothing seems to be changing. The smell has calmed down, but there is no guarantee it'll last. 'It used to be a quarry so it started fairly low down and now it's getting higher and higher. I'm worried it could become Heywood's skyline. 'We have to pass through it more as we live here. "We get the smell and the problems because we have to cut through, it's more personal to us. 'I like the area because it's nice and quiet, but that lets it down. It's the shame of the area. 'Other than that, it's a perfect location.' He went on to point out the area's countryfied location alongside its quick links to the M66 and M60 motorway networks. READ NEXT > The 'vanguard' town on the precipice of major change READ NEXT > Best of town comes together to showcase talent at carnival Get the latest news delivered straight to your inbox by signing up to the Bury Times morning newsletter as well as our breaking news alerts Although wary about the new processing facility, Derek was more concerned about the state of the roads around the site. He added: 'The concern I have is the rubbish down the road. I think the wind puts it there. 'You'd think they'd have cameras there to stop the littering and fly-tipping. 'It's for them to move rubbish, that's their land, they're not caring for the community in terms of keeping things clean.' One of his neighbours, Andy Hall, used to live in Unsworth when the Pilsworth stink hit early last year. He described the smell as "horrendous". Despite moving closer to the landfill site geographically, the smell problems he says are less. He feels the new processing facility will actually improve things. However, Andy shares concerns over the state of the roads around the landfill site and has urged Valencia to clean up after themselves properly. 'With the new plans, if they're going to be recycling more material rather than putting it in the landfill, that would be better,' Andy told the LDRS. 'This is because it would take rubbish away from the landfill. 'I wouldn't want it to go back to how it was when it was stinking. The EA are very strict about this stuff now. 'My concern is the stuff on the roads around the site. That's their responsibility to sort that, but it's not changing. 'There is a hell of a slot of windfall litter. They need to look at that.' A spokesperson for Valencia said: 'We are pleased to see the Environment Agency issue a draft permit for our materials recycling facility at Pilsworth. 'We have invested significantly in the site since we have taken over ownership to improve the site's performance and compliance. 'Once operational the MRF will offer our customers in the region a way to segregate any recyclable material from their waste and send this material for reprocessing, greatly boosting sustainability. 'Our operations are focused on minimising disruption to our communities, the new MRF will be equipped to identify, isolate, and remove non-conforming waste before it is sent to the landfill site.'
BBC News
13-06-2025
- General
- BBC News
'Rotten stink' landfill site in Bury set to expand
A landfill site plagued by complaints about a "rotten stink" is set to expand its Environment Agency (EA), who oversee the operations of Valencia Waste Management on Pilsworth Road in Bury, said it was "minded to" approve a permit to increase the amount of waste allowed to be treated at the the final decision is made it has launched a second public consultation on the capacity of a new mixed recycling, recently built at the complained for several years about foul smells, saying they had been left feeling sick, comparing the pong to the odour of "rotten meat". Rochdale Borough Council has objected to the raised by them included concerns regarding "operator competence" at the site, issues with air quality and worries about odour checks and potential the initial consultation there were 289 responses received from the public. The EA said many objections included "concern over the impact from odour," but in the draft report the EA said: "We are satisfied that there will not be a significant impact from odour."The Local Democracy Reporting Service contacted Valencia Waste Management for a response. In March 2024, Rochdale town hall leader Councillor Neil Emmott joined Bury Council leader Eamonn O'Brien and Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham in calling for the operator to be stripped of its licence after smell complaints EA installed new monitoring facilities to track air quality around the site and later said there were no plans to remove Valencia's licence after action on odour was consultation on the expansion runs until 4 July. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
