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How to fix a leak under your sink.
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- Опубліковано 8 жов 2013
- You open the sink cupboard door and oww!!! there is water everywhere. Don't panic it`s a straight forward job that in most instances does not require any tools.
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My husband fixed the leak under our sink after watching your helpful video. Of course it would start leaking on a Sunday, the day before my sister is going to visit, so we were going to call a plumber out tomorrow, but now, thanks to you, we don’t have to. You are an absolute star for making this. Thank you xx
Great job!
Ha ha... it kills me that a plumber wanted to charge me $400.00 US dollars plus to hook my sink back up after I had other work done...I DON'T THINK SO !!! DISGUSTING ! I'm a single woman out of work caring for my elderly uncle w/ Alzheimer's full time, that being after dealing with my mother that passed away & now I am trying to pay her past bills. I figured out how to do most of this myself before watching this video but this definitely confirmed to me what I needed to know. THANK YOU !!!
Trades workers are typically blood sucking money hungry dishonest thieves. They will take a simple project like this and make it sound like there doing brain surgery by the time there done explaining it to you. This is a five minute quick fix.
When you said, "Have a bowl handy", I immediately thought, "There's a sink there to pour the water in to..." Doh!
Me too! Ha,ha, ha....
comedians
Me too! It’s classic! 😂
Can't tell you the number of times I've actually used the sink as I'm fixing it 😅
🤣🤣🤣🤣
you are a diamond geezer for taking the time to do this video, got me out of a jam thanks mate
+anonymoss100 No problem
I am now inspired to be a diamond geezer
Thank you from Norway! As a student living by myself this video helped me avoid a lot of trouble and panic
Julie Hett No problem Julie. Al.
Thanks so much for this. I had a leak from my sink and like you said early on in the video, it was just a loose nut that needed tightening. You saved me a lot of hassle during this lockdown!
No problem pleased you sorted it ok.
Thank you so much for posting this!!! I was sure my leak was going to be something serious... but thanks to your video, I fixed it myself in 5 minutes. It took me longer to move the stuff out from under the sink than it did to solve the problem. Cheers!
No problem Jennie.
Thanks for the tip for using PTFE tape to fix the leak. I moved into a new house recently and the waste pipe in the kitchen had a very slow leak. I really couldn't be bothered with the faff of contacting my landlord or a plumber for such a minor issue, plus I had some PTFE tape anyway in my tool box. Took me all of 10 minutes to fix it. Job well done! :)
Glad I could help!
Tks mate, you saved me the call & money to the plumber today, regards from Chile now (lived in the ACT last 4 years), Cheers
My apartment has been out twice to fix my leaky bathroom sink.. And I believe that I was able to fix what they did not just from watching this 6 minute video. Thanks for the advice! And hello from Utah! 😊
Hi Andy thanks for watching. From Devon England
I tried to be a plumber, took everything apart, got my kitchen floor flooded and sat for hours staring at what i did and cried.
Came across your video. Thank you very much. Love you! ❤
That`s great pleased you sorted it.
Thanks for posting this video - super helpful. It’s the second time I’ve referred to your videos for a plumbing related issue and both times they’ve really helped me out. All the best
You're very welcome!
Thank you for the quick & easy video, ain't nobody got time for waffle! It took me less than a minute to replace washer & have sink up & running! I checked out your video to confirm my suspicions that it was just a washer.
Great vid 👍
Thanks.
I used Both my hands to tighten the screw in the plug hole after seeing your video and the leak has STOPPED PHEW thank you Al
I was about to get a "man" in then decided to check youtube first. I'm glad I did. You saved me at least 40 quid with your very clear, easy to follow video. Thank you sir!
+huggy hare No problem. Al.
Thanks so much for this video. i thought I installed it badly, and it was right. i didn't include the washer in the first go. now there is no more leak. Really appreciate your video!
You're welcome!
thank you so much. Yes, I panicked, then I checked your video, went to store and got the new parts, and now it seems like brand new.
Paul Brown No problem Paul. Al.
Thank you! It started leaking under the sink yesteday. I was just back from a day of cycling so I watched this but being tired, I stuck a plastic box underneath to catch any water in case (which I did at times) I forgot not to use the kitchen sink. Woke up fresh this morning and using a bit of duck tape to tighten the connection (also removed the U bend, cleaned it out etc) and problem is fixed, The U bend I guess is not far off 20 years old so I'll "splash out" and get a new one and if / when it leaks next time, I'll just change it.
They are cheap so sometimes not worth repairing
Thanks so much, so easy to follow. Can't even image how much I saved from not having to call out a plumber. Thank you!
You're welcome!
Thank you so much for taking the time to video this! It saved me a lot of panic. The pipes had completely separated, I'm guessing that the vibration of the garbage disposal loosened the nut over time. I fixed it in no time after a lot of cleaning up.
No problem Sandra.
Tried replacing washer and did not work still had a small leak rolling down. PTFE tape around the thread sorted it once and for all.
Great.
Fixed my issue in 10 minutes! Thank you for saving me time and $$$
No problem.
This video helped me understand what the problem was under my sink, and how to fix it! Thanks!
No problem Mark.
Thanks for posting this. I followed your instructions and was able to fix the leak myself just by using sealant. Far cheaper than calling plumber.
Excellent!
Thanks so much for this video. Me & my daughter are about to embark on this little job. I suspect the top washer (first under the sink).
Good luck with it.
@@dereton33 Thanks all done. It wasn't the washer, it was the bolt that holds the sink waste in from the top down, it had split in the middle so wasn't holding tight plus the sealant under the top part of the waste. All done and no leaks.
What a fantastic bloke you are! Saved me money by watching your easy to follow videos. Thankyou
Thanks Lisa.
1 min 30 in and im actually enthused to sort this leak that has pissed me off, thanks, great tone to the vid
No problem.
Thanks for this. I fixed a blockage and noticed that it was leaking after. I think I was tightening too much which was changing the shape of the washer. Sorted it now by not tightening as much. Fingers crossed. Thanks
Great job!
hadn't done this in a good while so always good to double check in case you're forgetting something. Cheers mate
No problem.
Couldn't see the washers you mentioned, but luckily I was aware of it already. Very helpful video even so ! Thankssssss
Thank you!!
For everyone out there that tried this and didn’t succeed at first.. just believe in him and keep trying till you get it right!!
Yes just believe that you can do it and you will.
Brilliant! I managed to stop the leak using only a screwdriver to tighten up the screw in the middle of the sink hole. I didn't even have to go to the hardware store. Explanations very easy to follow and understand. Thank you !!
Clear and straightforward thanks Ill give the Teflon tape a go firstly as I had Such trouble doing the the screw back up through the plughole -it kept spinning and only after a long battle finally it screwed back up-but now its leaking badly from underneath directly -not near the nuts.So i will try PTFE tape up there and fingers crossed .
We just moved to a new house and this helped a lot thank you
No problem.
Thanks so much! I will give it a try. Wife, as usual, wants to get a plumber in...
Give it a go Stuart.
Thank you - another really useful video. I turn to you for all my plumbing advice nowadays. It's very much appreciated.
I've just added some tape as you mentioned and looks like the leak is fixed. Thanks for your post
No problem 👍
Great video! Saved me an expensive call out - thank you!! 😊
You are so welcome!
I think I have to unscrew the Knot on the pipe and bring it to the plumbing shop; some shops don't have the standard size so they ask for the size which i can't find!
We had a new kitchen fitted recently and every few months or so I have to tighten the nuts which come a bit loose as the u bend starts to leak. I reckon its the washing machine which is next to the sink causing vibration enough to start loosening them. Does that seem logical/have you come across that before?
It is quite logical, especially if your waste pipe from the machine goes onto a washing machine trap.
Thank you so much for this video. Never knew about the gaskets. I am a new home owner though...
+Judith Tyler . No problem Judith.
Thank god im not the only one watching i thought i was mario the plumber but all great now after watching your dedicated upload
No problem.
Thanks for the video! It was very helpful.
Thanks for the video! What should I do if I can’t twist it properly? It doesn’t seem to get tight and leaks 😢
The thread may be crossed or the nut is stripped so will not tighten a new trap is your best bet.
Thank you so much for this video. The hardest part was finding a replacement washer.
No problem Mary.
Hi great video thanks! do you happen to have an Amazon link for those washers? I couldn't see any on your Amazon shop
Sorry no I do not have those, you may find you can only get them from your local plumbers shop.
@@dereton33 Ok no problem, thanks for getting back to me so quick
Thanks this was a great video and great help.
+rebecca Shetter No problem. Al.
Just fixed my leak under the kitchen sink, many thanks for the video!
No problem Ajax.
brilliant video thank u.
(3 years ago!) the plumber didn't put the black rubber ring (=taper seal?) on the outlet pipe!!!
It took 3 years but it leaked today! arghhhh
O well it happens.
You literally saved me $583.75!!! Thank you so much!!!
No problem. Hit the THANKS button any time.
Always watch your clips, been very helpful. Thank you.
Thanks so much I was panicking because I have leaking from my sink I fix it now thanks again
No problem.
I could not tell, but it seemed one end of your trap was a flanged connection? The difference is subtle but important. Flanges are used in two places under sinks: on the top of the vertical tailpiece coming from the strainer and into a Tee connection. All other connections involve a taper, whether from a washer or molded into the pipe. If you see a flange instead taper on, say, a tailpiece going into the wall, you've got the wrong one and it will NEVER work. In the USA, entire trap assemblies are typically under US$20 and assure perfect fit. Get PVC if you can.
Thanks mate
The PTFE works a treat
Cheers from Australia
No problem, from rain soaked England.
thanks for videos . good attention to detail which helps
No problem.
Thank you from Edmonton, Canada.
Welcome!
Thanks for an excellent video. I had to take off my U bend as it was clogged up with fat. I replaced the washers. But should you use some sort of jointing compound on the threads to make it extra water tight?
No not on plastic.
@@dereton33 Thanks.
Very well filmed, even for one hand. What camera did you use, it has a good focus?
I used a Panasonic TZ 60
Thanks again Derek. More youtube learning for Easter DIY Dad jobs.
You bet!
Hi, I have recently had a new kitchen installed and the sink waste pipe was leaking slightly when running water (only really a few drips creeping out), I took apart the pipe and noticed the black plastic washer didnt look to be fitting right, I took this away and refit the pipe tightly. This seems to have stopped the leak. I am just worried that this wasnt the correct thing to do and may cause issues in the future? Thanks!
Dont worry that is the correct thing, all should be ok now.
Appreciate the help your videos provide - many thanks for posting!
No worries!
very helpful and detailed, the tips helped me fix the leak in the trap.
No problem Dean.
I just had a look at your Amazon shop... Are there any pros or cons to a flexible waste trap over rigid, and are the fittings/washers a standard size?
Flexible is fine. The washers are not all standard. The fittings though are.
Very helpful video, my leak is now fixed thanks to you :)
You're welcome!
Thanks heap's mate you are a really good teacher. Much appreciated
No problem.
Love your helpful video. There is a different guy doing a similar video on a bathroom sink. He doesn’t have a rubber washer ring in his pipe. Are the rubber rings more common in kitchens than in bath sinks? I have a little leak in the kitchen.
They should be in the bath ,basin and kitchen sinks.
Thank you from USA!
You are welcome! Glad to help any of our American cousins.
@@dereton33 I am a single mom and I my son and I are trying to figure this sink issue out! I appreciate your help! I wish you had more videos out. You explain the process well!
Nice 1 Al, job done.
Thanks for the video. So useful. Are the washers are a standard size?
Yes they are
Cheers pal! Very helpful for me and my housemates
No problem 👍
HI GREAT ADVICE, I GOT THE NEW P TRAP & INSTALLED IT BUT IT IS LEAKING FROM THE TOP OF THE J BEND , THE OPPOSITE SIDE FROM THE DRAIN, I REDID IT 3 TIMES, THE CLEAR SEAL IS ON & IT IS THE TAPERED SIDE DOWN. CAN I USE JB WELD FOR PVC
Yes use the weld that should stop it.
Amazing you make this look so easy! Can I ask you to make a video to unblock a sink too? Thank you!
I have one or two of them already on my channel.
@@dereton33 Thank you very much.So there is an update, I also found another video beside yours so i took a bit from you and the other guy, bought a sink snake too advised from a friend, , and I followed both tutorials, so now the clog is gone but when I put the pipes together again, they are liking, so I ordered a wrench, its gap fully open from jaw to jaw is 80mm large enuff to grip and tight up the pumps. Keep you posted, maybe my experience can help somebody else having the same problem.
That was very helpful. With your help I was able to fix the drain pipe all by myself. I saved hundreds of dollars in plumber fee.
Please let me know if I can make a small payment to you or make a donation to a charity of your choice.
A donation to the children's hospice will be great. Thanks Al.
I poured boiling water into the bathroom sink to unclog it without knowing that it may cause the pipes to melt. Now, it has started leaking thoroughly. Do you think I should change the pipes or may this work?
Should work OK.
You helped me fix my sink, thanks!
No problem 😊
Cheers for this, exactly what I was looking for.
No problem Lee.
Whats the name of the black part that screws in under the sink at top of all the pipes? Mines split so need to buy a new one. Also with plumbers mait do i want the settjng or non setting one?
Its called a sink combination waste, the mait is the non setting one.
So i noticed a slight drip leak coming from the first 'nut' from the sewer opening. I just tightened it manually and so far is working but how will i know if i need to replace the washer inside? It's these times i miss a man around the house....
If the leak has stopped it probably just needed tightening up as you have done. Do not worry about the washer inside unless it leaks again.
Ha ha. It turns out the entire thing under the sink that holds the drain was disintegrated. Thank God for Brother-in-laws who are handy. He replaced the entire thing and it works fine now.
Thanks for saving me from Dodgy plumber, cat litter down the P-Trap. I sound like a pro already. This allows me to be nicer to the cats.
Ha ha, no problem.
nice one mate. it did really help me out. thank you.
No problem.
Where can you source O-rings?(washers). My 40m o-rings have disintegrated. Plumber's merchants suggest buying a new component e.g. u-bend etc. This is a terrible waste and adds the to the ever growing problem of discarded plastic. Just for the want of o-rings. PTFE tape does not fix when o-ring missing
Try hemp and compound. Very difficult to get those now.
@@dereton33 Thanks for taking the time to reply. I decided to purchase a new fitting from B&Q only to find the stocked 40mm o-rings. So job done. Kind Regards.
Thank you sir, your video helped a lot!
You are welcome!
Thank you for the video! My drain is a weird one so it was a little different but managed to sort it, thank you pal
No problem.
How would you know what washer is causing the leak and what one to replace?
Use kitchen towel or toilet paper, wipe around starting from the top nut and work your way down until it goes wet.
Thanks so much for this video! Can now fix my sink myself :)
Great!
Cheers mate. Saved me a motza.
No problem 😊
Thank you Pennyworth.
No problem.
thanks, so helpful. Leak fixed
No problem.
the pipe was ok but went leaking after I called a plumber to fix a leak under the bath round the drain. I think he removed my wash basin pipe washer so I needed to call him again; but no I must learn to do it myself!
i have a leak on the joint of pipe under wash basin and I can't see the washer?
Vs Guevara how did you resolve this issue because I had the same thing happen yesterday under my sink.
thank you for this amazing video!
You're so welcome!
What are the sizes of these rubber washers? So that I know what to purchase. I have similar plumbing to you. Thank you
40 mm
I coudnt get it back into the pipe in the bathroom. Do you need to push it hard into the pipe
Not that hard no.
Very handy. Thanks for doing the video.
No problem Mark.
A great help mate tnx
No problem 👍
Excellent demo. Thanks.
No problem.
Thanks for the upload helped me with mine.
No problem
Thank you thank you thank you!
With all the covid going on up here you have to put the dogs away (given), no one under 18 or over 70 (that leaves me) and I have to wear a mask in my own home. It was going to be at least a week and I've got dishes to do! It's fixed and ACE Hardware guys helped me installing! Wow I'm happy I looked on You Tube before making an appt.
Glad to help Kathy.
Cheers Derek video required as I am a bit dumb haha
Thank you for making this! So helpful
No problem