Today I will be showing you How to Replace a Kitchen Sink Strainer Drain | How to Replace a Kitchen Sink Basket | How to Replace a Kitchen Sink Drain in 5 minutes. This is something most new homeowner or DIY person can do. We were lucky to have caught the water under the Kitchen sink before any major damage occurred. A quick trip to The Home Depot or Lowes for some of the below items and you should be ready for this easy repair.
✅ Kitchen sink drain tools and materials used in this plumbing tips video:
Keeney 3.5-in Heavy Duty Rust Resistant Strainer Basket with Basket Included Item 198211 Model K5435
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Heavy-Duty Kitchen Sink Stainless Steel Drain Assembly with Strainer Basket Stopper 3-1/2 in. - 4 in.
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Oatey Stain-Free White Plumbers Putty Item 358541 Model 31177
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Kobalt Sink Drain Wrench Item 2146947 Model 58719
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KNIPEX Tools - Cobra Water Pump Pliers (8701250)
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Leak under kitchen sink | Sink Dripping | Water under Sink
Fixing under-the-sink leaks is a project most homeowners can take on. These leaks are typically caused by a bad seal between the sink and the sink strainer. This guide will teach you the best way to fix the problem and maybe in as quick as 5 minutes.
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To fix a leak under the sink, you need to put a cookie sheet or bowl or both to catch the water and messy debris that could occur during this repair. Remove nuts and fittings along the drain pipe from the bottom of the kitchen sink drain by unscrewing the retaining nut. You may have to remove the p-trap or any other pipes to remove the sink strainer.
* Sometimes the Drain nut or Lock Nut gets frozen stuck and will not budge even after using a wrench. In such a situation, you might need to cut the nut itself*
Before applying new plumbers putty or sealant, you must clean the sinkhole thoroughly. Cleaning the sink hole properly is very important so that the putty can form a good bond. Once the cleaning is complete, dry it well.
Roll out a piece of putty about the thickness of a dime. If you find the putty hard and difficult to roll out, warm your hands to soften it so it's like playdoh. Usually, a new Kitchen Sink Strainer comes with all necessary parts in an organized way. Detach the screws, gaskets, and other parts carefully noting the order these parts were assembled. Later it’ll be easier to assemble them in the same manner. Apply putty to the bottom part of the basket edge. Now set the basket strainer into the sink for alignment before you put any pressure to squeeze the basket down into the sink drain. Don’t push it too hard.
Now return to the bottom side of the sink and start assembling all the parts. Carefully place the cardboard friction ring between the rubber washer and locknut. Then screw the locknut in place by hand first until tight As you tighten the locknut you will see excess putty squeezing out. Use a tool or pliers wrench to get everything firmly together, but not over tight.
Reattach the drainpipe and inspect all pipe fittings. Reattach it first loosely at all points and then tighten properly. And if you feel your drainpipe is damaged or problematic consider replacing the drain pipe under the kitchen sink. Check for leaks around all areas and even places you did not disturb such as that P-trap, garbage disposal, and definitely where the new strainer drain meets the bottom of the sink. Make sure there is no water leak at the rubber gasket. If your rubber gasket is not positioned in the center work it back to the center,
No leaks and the NEW Kitchen Sink Strainer is ready to use. Replacing the Kitchen Sink Strainer is an easy and simple task done in just a few minutes to under one hour. If you follow these steps hopefully won’t face any unwanted hassle. Should you have any issues or problems consult a licensed plumber as this video is for entertainment purposes only. I am not a licensed plumber.
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