Old S-trap or wrong parts
An S-shaped trap with no vent can siphon dry and let sewer odor into the kitchen. When we repair the drain, we bring it up to a vented P-trap where the setup allows.
Serving Bartlett & nearby Hanover Park, Carol Stream
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair in Bartlett, IL
Leaks under the kitchen sink in Bartlett traced to the source and fixed, from the strainer to the drain in the wall.
- Repairs across Bartlett ZIP 60103, 60120
- We find the cause, not just the symptom
- Parts and labor quoted before work starts
Sink leaks and drain problems we repair in Bartlett
A leak under the kitchen sink can come from a dozen joints, and the drip usually lands far from where it starts. Our licensed plumbers in Bartlett dry everything, run water in stages to find the source and rebuild the part that failed.
Leaking garbage disposal connection
We check the mounting flange, the hose inlet and the outlet to find where a disposal is leaking before deciding what to replace.
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.
Leak at the drain in the wall
The joint where the sink drain meets the wall pipe can loosen or corrode. We rebuild it so the trap seals to sound pipe.
Drip from the trap or slip joint
Slip-joint washers flatten and dry out over the years. When a trap keeps weeping no matter how hard you tighten it, the trap assembly is replaced.
Drain sealed with tape or putty
Temporary patches hide the leak until it gets worse. A new fitting or pipe section is the real repair.
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.
Leak right after a new dishwasher install
New installs leak most often at the hose clamp or the tailpiece fitting. We redo the connection and run a full cycle to check it.
What the repair visit covers
- Dry and inspectWe empty the cabinet, dry every pipe and look for corrosion, cracks and stains.
- Basket strainer resealStrainer removed, cleaned and reset with fresh putty or a new gasket.
- Trap and tailpieceThe trap assembly rebuilt with matching parts and a proper seal.
- Dishwasher and disposal connectionsHose clamps, inlet and outlet fittings checked and replaced.
- Drain pipe and wall connectionThe trap adapter or drain arm at the wall rebuilt when it leaks.
- Supply side checkWe look at the stops and faucet lines too, since they leak into the same cabinet.
- Cabinet floor repairDamaged sink base floor cut out and replaced once the plumbing is dry.
Repair options
Dishwasher hose and air gapA new drain hose, clamps and a high loop or counter air gap where required.
Basket strainersStainless or brass strainers matched to the sink, set in putty or with a gasket.
Transition couplingsFittings rated for connecting new drain pipe to older metal pipe.
Chrome-plated brass trapsHeavier metal traps for exposed sinks or where you want a finished look.
Plumber's putty and gasketsPutty or rubber gaskets seal the strainer to the sink; stone sinks often need a putty that won't stain.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair before and after — Bartlett homes
Problem
Fixed
DetailBartlett kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen sink leak & drain repair
The site: a 1980s two-story in Bartlett. Before: white double sink. The reason for the call: a leaking trap under the double sink. The result: the drain rebuilt with new fittings and a dry cabinet floor. Work included basket strainer reseal, trap and tailpiece, plus supply side check.
Before
AfterHanover Park kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen sink leak & drain repair
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial near Ontarioville. Before: white cast-iron double sink. What bothered the owners most: an old drain dripping into the sink base. After: the drain rebuilt with new fittings and a dry cabinet floor. Work included dry and inspect, trap and tailpiece, plus cabinet floor repair.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair in Hanover Park →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1990s two-story colonial, Bartlett
Cabinets in warm taupe with satin brass pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light beige 18x18 porcelain tile flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Bartlett →
Before
AfterBartlett kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen cabinet painting
Finished: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Bartlett →The repair visit
- Call or send a photoDescribe the leak and when it happens, and we schedule a visit.
- Find the sourceWe dry the area and test each connection to locate the leak.
- RepairNew trap, strainer seal, hose or pipe section as needed.
- Test and dryWater run through every path and the cabinet left clean and dry.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair questions from Bartlett homeowners
Why is my kitchen sink leaking underneath?
Most often a worn trap washer, a failed basket strainer seal, a loose dishwasher hose or a cracked drain pipe. Supply lines and the faucet can leak into the same cabinet.
Can a handyman fix a leaky sink pipe?
For a loose nut, maybe. For cracked pipe, wall connections or code issues like S-traps, call a licensed plumber.
Can you fix water damage to the sink cabinet?
Yes, the sink base floor can be rebuilt after the plumbing repair.
Can a leaking sink cause mold?
Damp, dark sink cabinets are where mold starts. Stop the leak, dry the area and replace soaked materials.
Is it safe to keep using the sink?
If water is pooling, stop using the sink and the dishwasher until we fix it.
Does sink leak repair need a Bartlett building permit, and who files it?
Permits go through Building Division (Planning & Development Services), phone 630-540-5920. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a permit for sink leak repair in Bartlett?
It depends on the scope. Bartlett's rule in short: Building permits are required for all construction and home improvement projects, whether done by homeowner or contractor; Remodel is a listed permit type. We handle the permit when one is needed with Building Division (Planning & Development Services).
Do you work in my part of Bartlett?
Yes. Our crews work across Bartlett — ZIP 60103, 60120 — and nearby Hanover Park, Carol Stream, Bloomingdale.
Working in Bartlett
- A lot of Bartlett kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Bartlett homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Building Division (Planning & Development Services) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60103ZIP 60120
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair nearby
Other kitchen services in Bartlett
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.