Dishwasher drain hose leaking
The dishwasher hose connects under the sink at the disposal or a tailpiece branch. A loose clamp or a cracked hose end leaks every cycle.
Serving Aurora & nearby Batavia, Warrenville
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair in Aurora, IL
Leaks under the kitchen sink in Aurora traced to the source and fixed, from the strainer to the drain in the wall.
- Technicians covering Aurora ZIP 60506, 60502, 60505, 60504, 60503
- Diagnosis first, then a written price for the repair
- Honest advice when replacing makes more sense
Sink leaks and drain problems we repair in Aurora
Water in the sink cabinet means something is loose, cracked or worn out: a trap nut, a strainer gasket, a dishwasher hose or the drain pipe in the wall. We find which one in your Aurora kitchen and repair it so the cabinet floor stays dry.
Swollen or stained cabinet floor
A long, slow leak turns the cabinet floor soft and dark. After the repair we can cut out the damaged panel and fit a new floor in the sink base.
Drip from the trap or slip joint
A slow drip from the curved pipe under the sink is usually a slip joint. Tightening helps for a while; new washers or a new trap fix it.
Old S-trap or wrong parts
Flexible accordion pipe, mismatched parts and S-traps all cause leaks and slow drains. We replace them with standard trap parts.
Drain sealed with tape or putty
Duct tape, epoxy putty or silicone around a drain joint buys a few weeks at most. We remove the patch and replace the joint properly.
Musty smell under the sink
Odor can also come from a dry or unvented trap. We check whether it is a leak, a venting issue or both.
Leak around the drain in the sink bowl
Water that shows up when the sink is full often comes from the basket strainer. The old putty or gasket has failed and the strainer is reset with fresh plumber's putty.
Leaking garbage disposal connection
Water from the disposal area may be a loose discharge tube or a failed flange seal. We tell you whether it's a repair or a new unit.
What we check and fix
- Locate the leakWe test each part separately until the drip shows up.
- Basket strainer resealStrainer removed, cleaned and reset with fresh putty or a new gasket.
- Trap and tailpieceNew trap, washers and tailpiece in PVC or chrome-plated brass.
- Dishwasher and disposal connectionsHose clamps, inlet and outlet fittings checked and replaced.
- Drain pipe and wall connectionCracked or rusted pipe cut out and replaced back to sound pipe.
- Cabinet floor repairDamaged sink base floor cut out and replaced once the plumbing is dry.
- Leak testWe run water through every path and confirm nothing drips.
Common fixes and parts
PVC traps and tailpiecesPlastic trap parts that don't rust and are easy to service later.
Transition couplingsShielded couplings and adapters to join new PVC to old galvanized or cast iron.
Chrome-plated brass trapsHeavier metal traps for exposed sinks or where you want a finished look.
Plumber's putty and gasketsThe right sealing material for the sink: putty, a gasket or a stain-free compound for stone.
Basket strainersThe fitting at the bottom of the bowl that holds the stopper and seals the drain.
Kitchens like yours in Aurora: before and after
Problem
Fixed
DetailAn Aurora 1980s two-story: before and after
This one is a 1980s two-story in Aurora. Before: white double sink. The main complaint was a wet cabinet floor under the sink. After: the drain rebuilt with new fittings and a dry cabinet floor. Work included dishwasher and disposal connections, drain pipe and wall connection, plus cabinet floor repair.
Before
AfterA Geneva 1980s two-story: before and after
The site: a 1980s two-story near Mill Creek. What we started with: white cast-iron double sink. The reason for the call: a corroded trap under an old sink. Finished kitchen: the drain rebuilt with new fittings and a dry cabinet floor. Work included drain pipe and wall connection, cabinet floor repair, plus leak test.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair in Geneva →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1980s two-story, Aurora
Finished: cabinets in white uppers and deep green lowers with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a green zellige-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Aurora →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a 1990s two-story colonial, Aurora
Finished: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new matte black pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Aurora →From diagnosis to fixed
- Call or send a photoDescribe the leak and when it happens, and we schedule a visit.
- Find the sourceDiagnosis first, then we explain what failed and what the repair involves.
- RepairFailed parts replaced, usually in the same visit with parts from the truck.
- Test and dryWater run through every path and the cabinet left clean and dry.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair questions from Aurora homeowners
What affects the price of a sink leak repair?
Where the leak is, which parts fail, whether the wall or cabinet needs opening and the age of the pipe. We give a written, itemized estimate after the visit.
How do I tell if it's the drain or the faucet?
Fill the bowl and let it sit; drips at the strainer show up then. Run the faucet with the stopper out to test the trap.
How long does it take to fix a sink leak?
Most under-sink leaks are fixed in an hour or two once the source is found.
Do I need to replace the whole drain?
Rarely. Usually one part failed: a washer, a trap, a strainer seal or a section of pipe.
Can a handyman fix a leaky sink pipe?
Simple trap washer swaps are minor. Replacing drain pipe, wall connections or anything tied into the plumbing system is work for a licensed plumber in Illinois.
Aurora building permit for sink leak repair: where do I apply?
Permits go through Division of Building and Permits, City of Aurora, phone (630) 256-3130. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Aurora plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for sink leak repair?
Interior plumbing work requires a permit. The City pages do not state plumber licensing rules (Illinois state license applies). Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Do I need a permit for sink leak repair in Aurora?
It depends on the scope. Aurora's rule in short: Interior remodels, structural changes and interior plumbing always need a permit; electrical/mechanical may. We handle the permit when one is needed with Division of Building and Permits, City of Aurora.
Do you work in my part of Aurora?
Yes. Our crews work across Aurora, including Near Eastside, Tanner, Riddle Highlands, Palace Street — ZIP 60506, 60502, 60505, 60504, 60503 — and nearby Batavia, Warrenville, Naperville.
Working in Aurora
- A lot of Aurora kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Aurora homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in a historic district? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
Near EastsideTannerRiddle HighlandsPalace StreetWest SideFar East Side
ZIP 60506ZIP 60502ZIP 60505ZIP 60504ZIP 60503
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Other kitchen services in Aurora
Kitchen Sink Installation & ReplacementNew sinks, undermount and farmhouse styles.
Kitchen Faucet InstallationFaucet swaps and new pull-down faucets.
Garbage Disposal Installation & RepairDisposals unjammed, repaired or replaced, with the drain connected right.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.