I Found a Leak Under my Kitchen Sink

11/7/2022 (Permalink)

Kitchen sink leaking

How to Repair a Kitchen Sink Leak

If your kitchen sink is leaking, there are a few simple steps you can take to repair it. It is important to stop the leak as quickly as possible in order to prevent further damage from occurring. Follow these instructions to replace or repair your faucet:

1. Make sure the water valve is off.

If the water valve is on, you will need to turn it off. It is important to stop the water from continuing to leak as quickly as possible. Once you have turned off the water valve, turn on the faucet to drain any remaining water from your pipes.

2. Check the drain stopper.

If the sink has a removable drain stopper, use a flashlight to inspect it and make sure there are no obstructions in the drainpipe beneath it. The stopper should also be checked for damage or missing parts—if any of these issues exist, you will need to replace your sink's drain assembly with one that includes a new rubber gasket (this goes for both types of drains).

3. Check the faucet is secure to the sink.

If it's loose, this might be the cause of your water leak. Tighten the faucet by removing and replacing the screws around it. Be careful not to overtighten! If your sink still leaks, there might be a bigger issue on hand.

4. Remove the faucet.

Disconnect the faucet handle by loosening the set screw that holds it in place and pulling out its stem. You may need to use pliers for this step; if so, be careful not to scratch or bend any parts of your faucet as you do so!

Remove any washers from underneath your faucet's base plate (if applicable) and clean out any debris from around them with a toothbrush before reinstalling them when putting everything back together again—this will help prevent future leaks from occurring due to clogs caused by dirt buildup around these components' gaskets or seals when used regularly over time.

5. Seal the faucet with plumber's putty and reinstall it.

Plumber's putty is a soft, putty-like material that is used to seal small leaks in pipes. It comes in either paste or rope form, so choose whichever one best suits your needs.

For this step, you'll need:

• Plumber's putty
• Tape measure and pencil (if you're using rope)
• Hammer

6. Reattach the faucet to the sink

Reattach the faucet to the sink, tighten it, and turn on the water to test for leaks. If your leak has been repaired, turn off the water and let everything dry overnight before using your sink again. If there are still leaks, it might be time to call a plumber.

If you follow these steps, you should be able to fix your sink leak. If the leak continues, it is important to call a plumber as quickly as possible. Waiting to call a plumber can cause water and mold damage to your kitchen cabinets, flooring, and walls surrounding the sink. If you are in need of water cleanup services, our SERVPRO of Summerlin North/Sun City is always here to help!