How Do You Fix A Sink Drain Assembly?
Under the sink drain assemblies have changed dramatically since 1999. They have gone from hard metal piping to more flexible plastic pipe. The pipe is easier to put together because of its flexibility. The fittings can be hand tight and do not require a lot of torque or muscle to get them to stay together. Generally speaking, leaks are the number one cause for replacement. Any time your p-trap assembly leaks, replace the entire assembly. Step 1 Turn off the water main. Step 2 At the drain, disconnect the p-trap from the drain assembly. This should be hand tight and is located at the base of the sink. If not, use a small monkey wrench to loosen the union at the drain connection. Step 3 Loosen the slip nut at the wall using a monkey wrench. This is where the drain assembly connects to the rough in plumbing. Step 4 Remove the old p-trap. Step 5 Slide the escutcheon, washer and then the slip nut of the over the straight drain pipe at the wall for the new p-trap. Step 6 Slide the straight e
