According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, nearly one trillion gallons of water is wasted due to household leaks every year. These leaks occur most often in bathroom toilets or kitchen sinks—both of which are quite troubling for homeowners.

In this blog, we’ve outlined four common causes of kitchen sink leaks, as outlined by water leak repair experts.

Leaking Sink Rim

The water under your sink could be coming from a leak into the countertop. The leak could be in the rim that connects the sink to the slab—causing the mess under your sink. To check for this problem, simply run some water along the rim and see if it shows up on the other side. If it does, you’ll have to replace the worn caulk.

Clogged P-Trap

A P-trap is the curved section of the pipe under your sink that’s designed to keep out foul odors from seeping through your drains. Over time, food debris, gunk, and oils can clog the P-trap creating leaks at the joints. If this is the case, you’ll have to clean the P-trap—or replace it altogether if it’s damaged or corroded.

Faucet Leak

A leaking faucet is quite easy to detect even if the crack is under the sink. Worn-out gaskets or broken washers often cause faucet leaks. Usually, replacing these parts should fix the issue. If not, you’ll have to replace the entire faucet, which is also relatively easy to do.

Drain Leak

Kitchen drains are usually sealed with plumber’s putty to minimize leaks, but they can become dry or may develop fractures over time, causing the drain to leak. In this case, you might have to replace the entire drain.

To check for the issue, plug the sink and fill it all the way to the top. Unplug it and take a flashlight to inspect the drain closely as the water flows out. In some cases, the problem can be fixed by simply tightening the nuts, and in other cases, you might need to call a plumbing technician to take a look.

Call the Water Leak Repair Experts

If you’re unsure how to move forward with a leaking kitchen sink, make use of our emergency 24/7 plumbing services and get your plumbing problems fixed now. Pro Serve Plumbing offers affordable water leak repair services to clients in Fort Worth, Texas.

For more information, call 1-817-244-0614 now.