Leak at the drain in the wall
Water behind the sink base often starts at the wall connection. We open what we need to reach it and replace the failed fitting.
Serving Elk Grove Village & nearby Itasca, Wood Dale
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair in Elk Grove Village, IL
Leaks under the kitchen sink in Elk Grove Village traced to the source and fixed, from the strainer to the drain in the wall.
- Repairs across Elk Grove Village ZIP 60007
- We find the cause, not just the symptom
- Parts and labor quoted before work starts
Sink leaks and drain problems we repair in Elk Grove Village
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 Elk Grove Village kitchen and repair it so the cabinet floor stays dry.
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.
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.
Leak only when water runs
We test the supply and the drain separately so we fix the right part, not the one that happens to be wet.
Swollen or stained cabinet floor
If the sink base floor is warped and stained, it has been wet for a while. Once the plumbing is dry, the floor panel can be replaced and protected with a liner.
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.
Dishwasher drain hose leaking
A dishwasher hose without a high loop or air gap can push dirty water back into the machine. We fix the leak and the routing at the same visit.
Cracked or corroded drain pipe
A pinhole or crack in the drain pipe can't be sealed for long. We replace the section with new pipe and fittings.
What the repair visit covers
- Dry and inspectWe empty the cabinet, dry every pipe and look for corrosion, cracks and stains.
- 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 tailpieceThe trap assembly rebuilt with matching parts and a proper seal.
- Dishwasher and disposal connectionsHose clamps, inlet and outlet fittings checked and replaced.
- 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.
Parts we replace
PVC traps and tailpiecesStandard white or black PVC drain parts with slip-joint connections.
Transition couplingsShielded couplings and adapters to join new PVC to old galvanized or cast iron.
Basket strainersThe fitting at the bottom of the bowl that holds the stopper and seals the drain.
Plumber's putty and gasketsPutty or rubber gaskets seal the strainer to the sink; stone sinks often need a putty that won't stain.
Chrome-plated brass trapsBrass with a chrome finish, a sturdier choice than thin chrome-plated steel.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair before and after — Elk Grove Village homes
Problem
Fixed
DetailElk Grove Village kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen sink leak & drain repair
The site: a 1980s two-story in Elk Grove Village. What we started with: white double sink. The main complaint was a leaking trap under the double sink. Finished kitchen: the drain rebuilt with new fittings and a dry cabinet floor. Work included basket strainer reseal, dishwasher and disposal connections, plus supply side check.
Before
AfterItasca kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen sink leak & drain repair
The site: a 1980s two-story near North Side. The kitchen as it was: solid-surface integrated sink. The main complaint was a leak under the sink that kept coming back. The result: the drain rebuilt with new fittings and a dry cabinet floor. On site this meant dry and inspect, supply side check, plus cabinet floor repair.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair in Itasca →
Before
AfterKitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair in a 1980s two-story, Wood Dale
This one is a 1980s two-story in Wood Dale. Before: white cast-iron double sink. The main complaint was an old drain dripping into the sink base. Finished kitchen: the drain rebuilt with new fittings and a dry cabinet floor. Work included dry and inspect, locate the leak, plus cabinet floor repair.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair in Wood Dale →
Before
AfterAn Elk Grove Village 1960s ranch: before and after
Finished: cabinets in light butter yellow with polished nickel pulls, black honed granite counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Elk Grove Village →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a postwar bi-level, Elk Grove Village
Finished: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Elk Grove Village →From diagnosis to fixed
- 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 dryWe confirm the repair holds and show you what to watch for.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair questions from Elk Grove Village 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 you fix water damage to the sink cabinet?
Yes. Once the leak is fixed and dry, we replace the cabinet floor or add a liner to protect it.
What affects the price of a sink leak repair?
A trap swap is simple; old corroded pipe or cabinet repair adds work. You get a line-item estimate before we start.
How long does it take to fix a sink leak?
Usually a short visit. Leaks inside the wall or old corroded pipe take longer.
Can a leaking sink cause mold?
Yes. A slow leak that keeps the cabinet damp can grow mold on the cabinet floor and the wall behind it. Fixing the leak quickly is the best prevention.
Do you work in my part of Elk Grove Village?
Yes. Our crews work across Elk Grove Village — ZIP 60007 — and nearby Itasca, Wood Dale, Schaumburg.
Working in Elk Grove Village
- A lot of Elk Grove Village kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Elk Grove Village homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Older paint is treated with lead-safe practices: containment, HEPA cleanup and a clean hand-over.
ZIP 60007
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair nearby
Other kitchen services in Elk Grove Village
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.