A kitchen sink problem affects your home more than almost any other plumbing issue because the kitchen sink is one of the most-used fixtures in the house. A leak under the cabinet, a drain that won’t clear, a faucet that drips constantly, or a sprayer that stopped working are all fixable problems, and in most cases they can be resolved in a single visit. Our team handles kitchen sink repairs across Goose Creek and the Tri-County area, and same-day service is available for most repair calls. Call us at (843) 572-8522.
Kitchen sink problems usually fall into one of a few categories. Here’s what we see most often and what causes each one.
Water pooling in the cabinet under the sink is one of the most common calls we get. The source can be a supply line connection, the drain basket, the P-trap, a garbage disposal connection, or a dishwasher drain line. Each requires a different fix.
Kitchen drains collect grease, food particles, and soap over time. A slow drain that keeps coming back usually has buildup further in the line that a surface-level fix won't fully address.
A faucet that drips when turned off is usually a worn cartridge, washer, or O-ring. Left alone, even a slow drip wastes a significant volume of water over a month.
When pressure is lower at the kitchen sink than elsewhere, a clogged aerator is usually the first thing to check. If cleaning it doesn't help, the issue may be with the supply valves or the faucet itself.
A disposal that hums but doesn't spin, leaks at the mounting ring, or trips its reset button repeatedly are all fixable problems we handle alongside sink service.
A sprayer that has lost pressure or won't switch from the main stream is usually a diverter valve issue or a kinked supply hose under the sink.
Older supply lines and fittings corrode over time. Replacing them is a straightforward repair that prevents the slow leak that comes when they finally fail.
Identifying the exact source of a leak under the sink matters because different sources require different repairs.
The supply lines connecting the shutoff valves to the faucet are under constant pressure and are a common source of slow leaks, particularly in older homes. A connection that feels wet or shows white mineral deposits is worth replacing before it fails.
The drain basket at the bottom of the sink bowl can develop leaks where it connects to the sink if the original putty seal has dried out or the basket has loosened. This leak appears as water dripping from the underside of the sink rather than from a connection further down.
The P-trap and drain connections rely on slip-joint washers that can loosen or deteriorate with age. These are inexpensive fixes but need to be addressed before the moisture causes damage to the cabinet interior.
The garbage disposal mounting ring seal fails over time, particularly on older units. A leak at the top of the disposal where it meets the sink drain is almost always the mounting seal, and the fix involves removing the disposal, cleaning the ring, and resealing it.
Kitchen drain clogs develop differently from bathroom clogs. The main culprits are grease and cooking oil that solidify on pipe walls, food particles that accumulate over the grease layer, and soap residue that binds it together.
A plunger or basic snake can restore some flow by breaking through the blockage surface, but the buildup on the pipe walls remains and the drain slows again quickly. Hydro jetting clears the pipe walls thoroughly and produces a longer-lasting result.
If the kitchen drain backs up repeatedly despite clearing, the problem may be further in the main line. A camera inspection identifies the exact location and cause, which means the repair addresses the root issue rather than restoring temporary flow.
A dripping faucet is almost always a worn internal component rather than a reason to replace the faucet. The specific part depends on the faucet design.
Single-handle faucets use a cartridge that controls both temperature and volume. When the cartridge wears, the faucet drips when off or becomes hard to adjust. Cartridge replacement is a straightforward repair.
Two-handle faucets use separate hot and cold valves, each with a washer or ceramic disc. A drip usually means the washer on the dripping side needs replacing.
Ball-style faucets use a rotating ball inside the valve body. When the ball or its seals wear, the faucet drips. Repair kits for ball faucets address all the internal wear components at once.
Sprayer problems usually trace to the diverter valve inside the faucet body. When the diverter wears or sticks, water doesn’t fully redirect to the sprayer. In most cases it can be cleaned or replaced without replacing the faucet.
We run the sink, check all connections, and trace any leak to its source before starting any work.
Internal faucet wear or a concealed seal failure isn’t fully visible without opening the fixture. We disassemble what’s needed to confirm the diagnosis.
Once we know what’s needed, we give you the cost before any parts are replaced.
We use parts rated for the fixture brand and type.
We run the sink through a full test, checking for leaks, drain flow, and pressure at the faucet and sprayer before we close up the cabinet.
Repair costs vary based on what needs to be fixed and the parts required. Here are the typical ranges.
These are starting ranges. We confirm the exact cost after the diagnostic and put it in writing before any work begins.
Most kitchen sink problems are worth repairing. A few situations tip the balance toward replacement.
If the sink basin is cracked, chipped at the drain area, or has developed rust-through in a steel sink, replacement makes more sense than continued repairs. If the faucet is older than 15 years and has needed repeated repairs, a full replacement is often more cost-effective. If the garbage disposal is more than 10 years old and the motor has failed, replacement is almost always the better option.
We give you both options with costs so you can decide what makes sense.
We identify the actual source of the problem before recommending a fix, which means the repair holds up rather than addressing a symptom while the real issue continues. Our team is family-owned, licensed in South Carolina, and has been serving Goose Creek for more than 30 years. Same-day service is available for most repair calls, and we provide a written estimate before any work begins.
The most common sources are supply line connections, the drain basket seal, the P-trap, and the garbage disposal mounting ring. Identifying which one requires checking each connection point while the sink is in use. We trace the source before doing any repair work.
Most kitchen sink repairs fall between $100 and $400 depending on the source of the problem and the parts needed. We give you the exact cost in writing before starting.
Replacing an aerator or tightening a loose P-trap nut are reasonable tasks for a homeowner. Supply line replacement, cartridge work, and anything involving the garbage disposal mounting are better handled by a plumber to avoid creating a new leak in the process.
Grease and food buildup on the pipe walls is the most common cause. If clearing the drain brings it back to full flow but it slows again quickly, the buildup is further in the line than basic tools reach. Hydro jetting clears it fully.
Yes. We handle disposal repairs, remounting, and replacement as part of kitchen sink service. If you need the disposal looked at during the same visit, let us know when you call so we can come prepared.
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