How to Fix a Drain Under a Kitchen Sink

Plumbers will often charge you hundreds of dollars for simple fixes that you easily can do for free. One of the most common household problems is a kitchen sink that will not drain properly. With a few basic items, a little muscle, and a strong stomach, you can save money and keep your house functioning properly. This simple repair is typically necessary at least once per year for every sink drain in your house.

Instructions

Fixing The Problem

1

Remove all chemicals and other items from beneath your sink.

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Locate the p-trap. This is the u-shaped pipe and the place where the majority of clogs will happen.

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Place a large bowl under the p-trap. Loosen the plastic washers on both ends of the p-trap, then remove this pipe.

4

Use the coat hanger to clean out the p-trap pipe. Remove any debris stuck in the pipe. Discard the waste. This will be an unpleasant task.

5

Use the coat hanger to clean out the vertical pipe connecting the kitchen sink to the p-trap pipe.

6

Reassemble p-trap in reverse order and test the drainage. If the problem persists it will be necessary to have a plumber snake the plumbing system.