Cracked or corroded drain pipe
Old chrome traps rust through from inside and plastic pipe can crack where it was overtightened. The damaged section is cut out and replaced.
Serving Bolingbrook & nearby Woodridge, Naperville
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair in Bolingbrook, IL
Leaks under the kitchen sink in Bolingbrook traced to the source and fixed, from the strainer to the drain in the wall.
- Repairs across Bolingbrook ZIP 60440, 60490
- We find the cause, not just the symptom
- Parts and labor quoted before work starts
Sink leaks and drain problems we repair in Bolingbrook
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 Bolingbrook dry everything, run water in stages to find the source and rebuild the part that failed.
Drip from the trap or slip joint
The nuts on a plastic or chrome trap seal with thin washers that wear, shift or crack. We replace the washers or the whole trap so the joints seal again.
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.
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.
Drain sealed with tape or putty
If someone wrapped the pipe to stop a drip, the joint under the wrap is failing. We cut it out and rebuild it.
Swollen or stained cabinet floor
Particleboard cabinet bottoms swell once they get wet. We fix the leak first, then repair or replace the floor of the cabinet.
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.
Musty smell under the sink
If the sink base smells damp, water is getting somewhere. Finding a small leak early saves the cabinet and the floor below.
What we check and fix
- 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.
- 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.
- Supply side checkShut-off valves and supply connectors checked while we are there.
- Cabinet floor repairNew cabinet bottom or a protective liner after the leak is fixed.
- Leak testSink filled and drained, dishwasher run and every joint checked dry.
Parts we replace
Plumber's putty and gasketsPutty or rubber gaskets seal the strainer to the sink; stone sinks often need a putty that won't stain.
Transition couplingsFittings rated for connecting new drain pipe to older metal pipe.
PVC traps and tailpiecesStandard white or black PVC drain parts with slip-joint connections.
Basket strainersThe fitting at the bottom of the bowl that holds the stopper and seals the drain.
Chrome-plated brass trapsBrass with a chrome finish, a sturdier choice than thin chrome-plated steel.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair before and after — Bolingbrook homes
Problem
Fixed
DetailBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Bolingbrook
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial near Westbury. Before: white cast-iron double sink. The main complaint was a corroded trap under an old sink. Finished kitchen: the drain rebuilt with new fittings and a dry cabinet floor. Work included dry and inspect, drain pipe and wall connection, plus cabinet floor repair.
Before
AfterKitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair in a 1990s two-story colonial, Naperville
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial near Downtown Naperville. What we started with: 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. On site this meant drain pipe and wall connection, supply side check, plus cabinet floor repair.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair in Naperville →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 2000s two-story with an open kitchen in Plainfield
A 2000s two-story with an open kitchen in Plainfield, a typical kitchen for Plainfield. Before: undermount stainless sink. The reason for the call: a bucket permanently parked under the drain. The result: the drain rebuilt with new fittings and a dry cabinet floor. The job covered dry and inspect, supply side check, plus cabinet floor repair.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair in Plainfield →
Before
AfterBolingbrook kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen remodeling
What changed: 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 Bolingbrook →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a 1980s two-story, Bolingbrook
Finished: the same doors sprayed in forest green, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Bolingbrook →How the repair goes
- 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 Bolingbrook homeowners
Why is my kitchen sink leaking underneath?
Common causes: a trap joint, the seal at the drain opening, the dishwasher or disposal connection, or old pipe that has rusted through.
How do I tell if it's the drain or the faucet?
If it leaks only while the faucet runs, look at the supply side. If it leaks when water drains, it's the drain side.
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.
Why does my sink leak after installing a dishwasher?
Look at the dishwasher drain fitting first. Improper hookups are a frequent cause right after an install.
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.
Does Bolingbrook require a licensed plumber for sink leak repair?
Village enforces the current Illinois State Plumbing Code and has a Plumbing Inspector, (630) 226-8475. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Does sink leak repair need a Bolingbrook building permit, and who files it?
Permits go through Building Division (Community Development), Village of Bolingbrook, phone (630) 226-8470. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a permit for sink leak repair in Bolingbrook?
It depends on the scope. Bolingbrook's rule in short: Permits are required for new construction, renovations, additions, alterations and repairs and must be obtained before work starts. We handle the permit when one is needed with Building Division (Community Development), Village of Bolingbrook.
Do you work in my part of Bolingbrook?
Yes. Our crews work across Bolingbrook, including Westbury, Colonial Village, Heritage Creek — ZIP 60440, 60490 — and nearby Woodridge, Naperville, Lisle.
Working in Bolingbrook
- A lot of Bolingbrook kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Bolingbrook homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Building Division (Community Development), Village of Bolingbrook handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
WestburyColonial VillageHeritage Creek
ZIP 60440ZIP 60490
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair nearby
Other kitchen services in Bolingbrook
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.