have l leak under the kitchen sink. any do it yourself tips? im completely plumbing illiterate?

Rachel

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You have to determine the source of the leak. Is it coming from the hot or cold water pipes, or is it coming from your drain pipe? If one of the water pipes is split or has a small hole you are better off calling a plumber. Good luck.
 

FallenAngel

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It depends on the source of your leak. It could be the drain pipe or the water supply line. Either way, locate the leak & tighten the nut. If this doesn't work then replace the washer, both water supply lines and drain pipes have washers, take it with you to the hardware store. To replace the washer on the water line, turn off the valve. How-ever if the leak is from the bottom of the faucet you would need a faucet wrench because it's nearly inaccessible, in which case you need a landlord or a plumber. Good luck.
 

Tamra

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Well the first thing you can do is turn off the water...the knob under your sink till you can figure out what is wrong..you might just need to tighten you plumbing...or replace...some parts. With the water turned off....unscrew everything take the parts to Home Depot...show them what you need to replace...Make sure they know you are in need of all their help so they will give you exactly what you need...plumbers glue and such...then just go back and put everything back the way it was before. Take a picture if you need to so you can remember. Lots of luck.
 
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