Professional kitchen drain repair

Fast Kitchen Drain Repair

The kitchen in a modern apartment is a place for cooking, a dining area where the whole family gathers and guests are received. But it happens that everyday inconveniences take us by surprise. Few people will be pleased if dirty drains pour out of the pipe during cooking or when an unpleasant smell comes out of the sink when you eat. No matter how carefully you try to wash the dishes, small fragments of food and droplets of fat dissolved in water still get on the walls of the drain system and become the cause of its obstruction.

What to do if the drain is clogged? Not everyone can disassemble the siphon and thoroughly clean each pipe, removing all blockages. At first glance, it seems that this is a simple task, but even here, every stage of kitchen drain repair has its nuances, and understanding them will help protect the drain structure from leaks, unpleasant odours, and other inconveniences during operation. Our company Superior Plumbing & Heating does all the work to eliminate this trouble. We guarantee:

• Correct selection of components;
• Careful dismantling;
• Replacement of a corrugated or rigid pipe leading to the drain system;
• Professional assembly of a new siphon;
• Mandatory check for leaks.

Seeking help from professional and qualified craftsmen is the best way to repair a drain pipe in your kitchen. Our masters use the necessary equipment and perform the work in the shortest possible time and at an affordable price. In addition, they have many years of experience in fast and efficient drain repairs. So you can be sure that the work is done reliably, without damaging your pipes and for a long time.

What To Do If The Kitchen Sink Drain Is Leaking?

The sink drain, like any other plumbing equipment, is vulnerable to breakdowns, and often the house owner is faced with the question of replacing it. But to avoid needing to replace it, you need to know why your kitchen sink drain is leaking. There may be several reasons:

• Wear parts. Over time, different parts of the drain can deteriorate, and holes, rust and other damage can form there. They are the ones that cause leaks.
• Violation of installation rules. With a questionable drain installation, various kinds of errors occur that can later cause a breakdown, for example, incorrect selection of the diameter and internal section of pipes, connecting side outlets to the drain manifold at right or sharp angles, or incorrect location of flare connections relative to the direction of flow.
• Blockage formation. Kitchen sewer pipes have a diameter of no more than 50 mm, and over time, their internal clearance gradually decreases due to a thick layer of grease and dirt sticking to the walls. It also often happens that a rag or sponge for washing dishes, food residues, or cleaning vegetables can also become causing sudden clogging and kitchen sink drain leaking.
• Another reason for the appearance of unpleasant odours in the kitchen and the breakdown of the drain pipe may be the failure of the water seal in the sink siphon. This often happens in multi-story buildings in case of a malfunction of the fan ventilation riser.

If something from this list happens to you, you should have a question: “How can I fix it?”

• You should start by looking for a leak. Then use epoxy putty. You need to stick it and wait 5-10 minutes, and then turn on the water and check if the leak has disappeared;
• If that doesn’t help, the next step is to use a pipe clamp around the leak. It is a rubber piece that is pressed against the pipe with a metal fastener. Tighten it and check the drain for leaks;
• Try to tighten all connections more tightly in case they are loose;
• Also, check the rubber gaskets on the pipe connections and where the faucet is attached. If they deteriorate over time, replace them;
• Tape can help you. Wrap the threads with it; this will help if the connections are not tight;
• If all of the above does not help, then you will most likely need to replace the P-trap. Shut off the water and carefully disconnect it from the pipe. During this, check to see if a blockage could have caused leaks. Then install a new part;
• Another common cause of leaks is the sink filter. To replace it, simply unplug it from the sink and install a new one, then firmly tighten the nut on the bottom of the filter.

As you can see, those solutions may not be easy to perform; therefore, you will need the help of the masters. Superior Plumbing & Heating solves your problem simply and conveniently. A high-quality fixing of the kitchen sink drain is the key to its safe operation.

How To Replace A Kitchen Sink Drain Pipe?

Let’s take a closer look at what nuances must be considered when replacing a kitchen sink drain pipe. This is a curved design, the key purpose of which is to redirect excess water into the sewer, thereby preventing the sink bowl from overflowing. The sink drain consists of the following elements:

• The siphon is a “U”-shaped element that performs a dual task: it prevents the appearance of an unpleasant odour from the sewer and protects the drain pipe located below from clogging;
• A drain pipe is made of corrugated or rigid plastic pipe, designed to redirect wastewater to the sewerage system.

Such designs are convenient because in case of clogging or breakage they are easy to remove, clean mechanically or chemically, or install a new one. And our advice – if you have worn pipes, be sure to think about replacing them, as they can cause:

• The occurrence of unpleasant odours due to blockages;
• The occurrence of a leak;
• Flooding neighbours.

To assess the condition of the pipes, a qualified plumber does not need much time, and replacing the pipes in the kitchen will update the entire system and eliminate unpleasant consequences. And so, the first step is to disassemble the old siphon and clean all the parts of the sewer from dirt, grease, and debris. Then you need to assemble a new siphon and be especially attentive to the tightness of the joints of individual parts, after that:

• It is necessary to connect the top of the mixer to the drain pipe, but first, you need to align the position of the drain grate;
• As soon as this is done, a test run of water is performed to determine the tightness of joints and assemblies;
• And after that, if necessary, additional equipment is connected – a washing machine or dishwasher.

How To Deal With A Leaking Kitchen Sink?

If everything in this world was done easily and simply, surely the need for plumbers would never arise. But unfortunately, it is difficult without them. Plumbing systems are no exception — a small leak from a siphon or other nodes can lead to a breakthrough. Such an accident will lead to unpleasant consequences and unforeseen financial costs.

Notice a leak in the kitchen under the sink? There are several ways to fix it. The most common is to replace sink drain. You can also try tightening the bolts that hold the sink drain assembly in place or replacing the gasket around the drain. If none of these solutions work, you may have to replace the whole sink. But before making such decisions, consider one more option: call for the help of professionals.

Superior Plumbing & Heating specialists quickly come to the call and fix the kitchen sink leak with high quality. Our experienced craftsmen will help you solve this problem in a matter of hours. We will inspect and identify the place of the leak: a pipe under the sink, a drain, or a siphon. Next, we will determine the seriousness of the issue and methods for reliably eliminating the leak, including the option of a complete replacement of components.

The benefits of ordering services from our professionals cannot be overestimated:

• Availability of special education and necessary certificates;
• Fast and high-quality performance of work;
• A prompt visit to the place of repair;
• Providing a 100% guarantee for all types of services.

If you find that your kitchen sink is leaking, the first thing to do is not to panic! And second is to trust us! Our main task is to solve any plumbing problems at a convenient time for them!

How to Install a Kitchen Sink Drain?

The correct kitchen sink drain installation is a guarantee of its unparalleled performance. Therefore, each step must be done with special responsibility. Before starting work, it is necessary to check the completeness and quality of the parts. The drain grate pipe is installed first. Together with the rubber gasket, it must be threaded from above into the hole in the sink and clamped from below. A siphon mount, a conical gasket, and the siphon itself are mounted on the drain grate pipe.

After that, you need to install a drain pipe connecting the siphon to the sewer. Its length is constant, so it is necessary to adjust the height of the siphon hole for fastening. After that, you can tighten all the nuts.

With all the complexities and minor nuances, it is recommended to entrust the installation to specialists. After all, this business requires professional skills and special knowledge.

Masters of Superior Plumbing & Heating know how to correctly install, replace or repair a drain pipe in the kitchen so that in the future, you will not have problems with neighbours below, and the sink will serve you for more than one year. Our highly qualified specialists can make the right choice of a plumbing unit, perform work of any complexity, as well as take into account and fulfill all the wishes of the client in the shortest possible time and with all guarantees. Serviceable water drains and satisfied customers – is our job!