How Do You Disassemble A Pedestal Sink To Unclog The Trap?
A pedestal sink has two parts: a basin bolted to the wall, and a pedestal that provides support while concealing the plumbing. Though more elegant-looking than your typical vanity cabinet, pedestal sinks have their downsides, one of the biggest being that it is rather difficult to get at the plumbing. When the sink gets plugged up and you need access to the trap to unclog it, you have to disassemble the sink. This is a job most handy homeowners can accomplish. Determine whether the pedestal is bolted to the floor. Most pedestals are held in place simply with caulk and the weight of the basin resting on top, but some are bolted down. Reach behind the bottom of the pedestal and feel for bolts coming up through the bottom. If the bottom of the pedestal is closed up, or if you can’t even get your hand back there to check, you can be confident there are no bolts. Remove the bolts, if any, with a socket wrench. Use a utility knife to cut through any caulk around the base of the pedestal and
