Hook up your own kitchen sink.
Sinks, particularly those in the kitchen, are used daily and their drains begin to leak over time. There are multiple parts to a drain; there are pipes and connectors, a straining basket, a P-trap and a number of nuts and bolts. If your kitchen drain needs replacing, hook up the new one yourself and save the cost of hiring a plumber.
Instructions
1. Turn off the water to the kitchen sink and begin removing the parts of the drain, including the basket. If your sink has two sides, there will be two baskets to remove. If you have a garbage disposal, this may need to be removed in order to change out the drain pipes.
2. Place a bowl or bucket nearby to catch spilling water when you remove the P-trap (the U-shaped part). Loosen the nuts that hold the extensions in place and remove them.
3. Clean the area above and below the sink; you will want a clear area in which to reseal the pipes. If there is debris present when the pipes are tightened into place, you may experience leaks.
4. Insert the basket from the beneath the sink, centering into place and securing with the washer and nut. Be careful not to over-tighten as this can cause stripping. Depending on the type of drain you purchased, sealant or plumbers' tape may be necessary.
5. Attach the extension that connects the sink to the drain pipe, adjusting as needed, and tighten the bolts.
6. Connect the U-shaped P-trap and tighten all bolts. Turn the water on to check for leaks. If there is a leak, make adjustments to the affected area of the drain and then recheck for leaks.
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