Sink traps are one of the most common points of plumbing failure in homes. Sometimes they develop leaks or become clogged. Changing or repairing a leaking trap, or removing and cleaning a plugged one, ...

Sooner or later, just about everyone who uses a sink will need to become familiar with the drain trap, the J-shaped piece of pipe underneath the sink. A trap can work for years without problems, then ...

Some bathroom and kitchen sinks have “S” traps like this one that drain into the floor. It’s important that sewer gas doesn’t get trapped in them. Proper venting of drain lines ensures that a small ...

Stainless steel strainer basket assemblies are available at your local hardware or plumbing supply store. If your kitchen sink strainer assembly is worn or leaking, you should be able to install a new ...

Have your holiday guests left you with a clogged bathroom sink? Follow these instructions for clearing out the P-trap under your sink. Every plumbing fixture in your home should have a P-trap. Some ...