Bathroom Sink Repair Hardin KY

When it comes to bathroom sink repair work, there are a couple of common issues people have: dripping drains, chips in the porcelain and cracks in the ceramic of the sink. Each is easily understandable with the best know-how.

Leaky Bathroom Drains

Sink Installation ServicesLeaky drains are common in basic sink repair, yet quickly dealt with. The very first thing you'll need to do is discover where the leak is originating from. To do this, let water run from the faucet into the sink. Ensure you have a container positioned to capture water. Shine a flashlight onto the pipes, and cover a paper towel around each one to determine the location of the leak. Next, tighten the couplings in the drainpipe with the leak. If this doesn't solve the issue, attempt cleaning up the pipe threads and changing the gasket. To do this, you'll have to separate the sink basket from the basin, using a wrench to loosen the nuts. Keep the basin in place with a screwdriver or a pair of pliers in the crosspiece. Scrub off all of the old putty, then place the new gasket, followed by the sink basket. As soon as this is done, it's simply a matter of tightening the washer nut, using sealant, and checking the drains once again.

Porcelain sink repair handle chips more than cracks, just as ceramic sink repair work involves fractures more than chips. However, you can take the same steps to deal with both. Initially, you have to clean up the sink to the very best of your ability, so as not to get dirt permanently in the sealant.

Sink Replacement

Later on, utilize sandpaper to sand the broken location. Take care not to scratch the smooth surrounding surface area with the sandpaper. As soon as the chip or gouge has been sanded, use a silicone filler or repair substance to the damaged area. Allow it to dry as advised by the maker, then sand down the repaired area so that the filled area is level with the remainder of the sink. Lastly, discover a porcelain touch-up paint that best matches your sink's color and use to the repaired area.
Your sink stopper may also require repair work or replacement. If you have a sink stopper, there will be a horizontal pivot rod connected to a vertical clevis, which secures the stopper to the sink. Eliminate both the clevis and the pivot rod, soaking them in vinegar or another cleansing service. Meanwhile, eliminate the stopper from the drain and check it for damage. Pay special focus on the rubber seal. If you need to replace the seal or stopper, it's a basic matter of following the producer's instructions. Otherwise, soak the stopper in the cleansing solution, reassemble the pivot rod and clevis, and test to see if it's working.


Additional Services
Toilet Repair and Drain Clearing

Need A Plumber

Call us today to get started!

Why Choose Us?

  • 20+ Years Of Experience
  • Open 24 Hours Everyday
  • Fast Arrival Time
  • Competitive Pricing
  • Locally Owned & Operated
  • Accepting Credit Cards
  • Quick and Honest Service
  • Satisfaction Guaranteed