How To Replace a Kitchen Sink Strainer | Hard To Remove Old Parts

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In the video I will walk you through how to remove the old strainer and install a new one in addition to testing your work. For my project I couldn't remove the slip nut between the strainer and the tailpiece. I show 2 different methods of trying to loosen the nut without having to break out a hack saw. Believe it or not Vinegar comes in pretty handy on old crusted up plumbing hardware.
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[@m.a.lockett7566]

As a single woman, your video was the perfect solution to an expensive plumbing problem. Thank you so much for your video, which is exactly what I was looking for. Your voice and instructions are pitch perfect and very easy to understand.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Thanks for the kind word, appreciate the support 👍

[@jadebell8790]

That’s why I subbed and shared .. best tutorial I’ve seen so far .. thank you 🙏

[@billhodges2041]

We have a home warranty, but decided to do this myself, great step by steps and thanks for no useless music in the background.

[@christianak4399]

Most clear and concise video I've seen in some time, thank you! I was removing funky pipes and all other components from a sink basin I already pulled out. I ended up using channel locks carefully instead of the rigid tool, a drain wrench and lots of vinegar, applied many times (funky very old old sink)-It worked!

[@nica080910]

I was looking for a totally different kitchen drain repair. But I used your solution of using vinegar to loosen a joint nut. Thank you.

[@randolphdavidson3225]

This worked like magic. I used almost every tool I had and even went to pick up new tools lol. Nothing worked all day. The heat gun and vinegar worked in less than 5 mins. Project finished soon after. You are a champion 🏆

[@laurajohnson2896]

Hi! I also followed exactly what you did to repair my sink, all by myself. Thank you so much! You are awesome! ☺️

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Thanks Laura, happy to help!

[@candycewill2330]

Thank you so much! I followed everything you said, there were some bumps but I got through them and I tested it the way you said to and it is working perfect! Not bad for an old single lady! LOL!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Nice work and way to take the initiative 👊. What project is next?

[@carolpurves9350]

I’m another “single old lady” who just accomplished this too. ! Hurray. and thank you so much. 😊

[@candycewill2330]

@@EverydayHomeRepairs Nothing right now but ya never know....

[@jadebell8790]

Me too . I’m following the directions here.. best video tutorial I found on KZbin… but I’m stumped bc the man at the hardware store told me to use silicone sealer up against the gasket to the metal basket underneath.. me.. scratching my head wondering if it is really necessary ??

[@mylesherda1856]

Vinegar was a great help! Thank you

[@GTSN38]

That vinegar trick works like a charm ! I tried fire and pb blaster with no luck and was getting ready to cut it off. Wish I watched this video 20 years ago. Thanks ❤️

[@dutchiebunny]

Thank you so much, sir, for the very concise video. I was able to replace my pressure cup type strainer once I removed the old one. The old one was over 20 years and I had trouble removing the lock nut that held the cup piece in place. I ended up using a hack saw to cut thru the strainer just above the very tough metal lock nut. Since it wasn't as tough or thick, that didn't take too long. I saw that tip on another video. The only hitch I ran into after the install was that I didn't have the correct slip nut washer on 1 of the PVC drain pipes well below the strainer, so it leaked at that location. I am not real experienced in plumbing, or I'd recognized that problem (I should have noted that when I took them apart or taken a picture). I really appreciate you taking the time to post this video!

[@brentjohnson6654]

Great video. I knew I needed putty but didn’t realize I would need a new compression ring for the brass nut. I just picked up the exact strainer you demonstrated. Haha. Thanks again for the good instruction for this hobby plumber.

[@MichaelTanaka-bn6ul]

I was able to remove the two old strainers using the heat gun and vinegar. Installing the new strainers were easy. I had to pull downward on the neck of the new strainers so that I could screw the new nuts firmly to the basket. The total cost of this project was only $45.00. Thank you for showing me how to fix my kitchen sink.

[@bonniechiu5870]

Thank you so much for this video! It was exactly what I needed to show my parents so they could fix their kitchen sink. Your instructions were so clear and the tips were VERY helpful. My parents are 82 and 75 years old and the with house is 32 years. Lots of build up around that piece lol. They watched your video over and over and it was a lifer saver! They both want to thank you!!

[@lovenpeace271]

Some kid smh, why didn't you do it

[@user-si3yg1ny8i]

Whenever I tighten everything the strainer slides out of the indented part of the sink to one side of center. How to prevent this plz.

[@jimreid1041]

Excellent, practical, clear step-by-step vid for skilled, but non-expert, DIYer. Thank you. You explained what and why each item or step was needed and in the process, identified mistakes to avoid. 5 stars!

[@MariaKosmabass]

Thank you for making this video and helping a clueless person successfully replace a sink strainer!

[@albertkazemian603]

Thanks for such a detailed video. I watched you and did mine kitchen strainer an hour ago.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Nice, happy we could help.

[@chasingarrows86]

Thank you!! I’ve been wondering how to fix mine for awhile now!! It’s on my to do list this weekend because of your video! It was so helpful and I know exactly what to do now!

[@Hope-jd8kz]

Thank you so much. Trying to fix before hubby gets home lol. Your voice is very comforting and you're so helpful. I appreciate you very much. 🙂

[@lohengrinzadieclausell7606]

Thank you so much for the video! My issue was that it was old and leaking for a long time. So I had so much mineral deposits. Your vinegar tip is what did it for me. I was able to boil some vinegar then used a brush to apply it.Then used a 1/4" brush attachment on my Milwaukee driver to hit up all the treads. Applied Vinegar once more then hit it again with the driver and voila! Off comes the ring Thanks again. I hope this message reaches you and that you are well. Cheers!

[@nkq5568]

As others have written, very clear directions and good tip using vinegar. Thank you.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

You are very welcome.

[@barbiedesoto7054]

Excellent video. I need to install a new strainer and this was so clear and thorough and showed everything clearly. thank you!

[@maheshprabhu]

Fantastic recommendation on using vinegar when that ring doesn't budge. All other videos show how to replace the drain on brand new installations... you are the only person to show how to do it on an old worn out one. Thank you!

[@Hawki777]

Finally a detailed video showing how to remove old stuck strainer and lock nuts. Thanks.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Happy to help and welcome to the channel 👍

[@TheDano321]

Thank you so much for your video on kitchen sink strainer basket installation. I followed your advice and now we have a sink that's not leaking from the basket.

[@mimi0424]

Thank goodness for YT and this video...my husband and I are selling our home in January. We've had a few updates done (We've paid ppl) as he is..well not so good at fixing things...but he tells me we need a NEW sink..but I say otherwise..this is EXACTLY what was wrong. I'm going to use this video as my guide...I used another YT video to fix our heater when it wouldn't come on last winter and saved a ton...I will save w this video as well. Ty! I just personally don't want to put a new sink in a home I'm leaving although the one that we have is probably 35 + yrs old..but other than the leak it's fine..so if the leak can be fixed, we'll save $$...I will try my best. Ty for the video!

[@roberthughes8513]

Thanks! I appreciate the clear and useful instructions that you gave during this video.

[@briansullivan1441]

Excellent video instruction. I couldn't remove the compression nut connecting the T-pipe to the bottom of the strainer until I used your tip about spraying the top of the threads with vinegar and letting it seep down into the threads to dissolve the buildup. I did this three times waiting 5-10 minutes between sprays and was finally able to get the nut off. I then used a new nut after carefully wire-brushing the the threads on the bottom of the strainer with vinegar. I then wiped a thin coat of lightweight oil (SuperLube Multi-Purpose Synthetic Oil) on the threads making sure none of it got on the rubber T-washer. I'm hoping this will prevent any future corrosion and make it easier to get the nut off in the future.

[@stebolavirus]

Oh man! Thank you so much for this video! The only thing you might have clarified is that plumber's putty doesn't need to dry, which I didn't realize. You just solved my leak problem. And I didn't have to hire a plumber. I was able to do this in my Airbnb property in between guests thanks to the easy and clear steps.

[@Tallblueeyedgal2]

Thank you for your very clear instructions on how to replace a leaking sink drain. Because of this video I was able to repair my leaking sink with ease THANK YOU !!!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Glad it helped 👍

[@user-nc1vz5vb9l]

This video was absolutely awesome.....i had a leak in my kitchen drain, and i never though that i'd be able do plumbing like this - i picked up the right tools, your instructions were clear, to-the-point, and most importantly - it worked!! Thank you for the instructions..

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Happy to help!

[@abigailhamilton4925]

Thank you so much! Vinegar trick worked. Excellent instruction and showing every part of the process. I did it!

[@tonym6920]

Great demo, and many thanks for the links to the special tools! 👍👍

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

My pleasure!

[@bigeman500]

I want to say your vinegar trick worked great! That lock nutt came right off.

[@arodri27]

This was a lifesaver. I was gonna call for help but then came across video. Thanks for making it easy to understand

[@irishgirl1753]

Who do u call normally I call??

[@HighLifeMeditations]

DUDE!!!!! That vinegar trick saved my ass. You are a legend to the unskilled DIY guys like me!🙏

[@franciataveras7496]

Thank you I love the way you explain step by step very clear. I don’t know about the vinegar to use for that

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Thanks Francia!

[@LorneLakin]

Thank you for this video! You saved me a call to the plumber and probably a couple hundred dollars.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Glad I could help

[@fmusopp]

thank you for showing how to troubleshoot a stuck pipe. That was exactly what I was looking for. I watched 2 other videos that did not help me with this.

[@oblivionfox]

Some sealant added to the gasket and elbow joints helps as well. Just did this this morning. Worked like a charm. Since I added the sealant, I didn’t use the paper gasket.

[@rmmccarthy1240]

Thanks EHR! Used the vinegar with an old toothbrush on a stubborn triangle flange ( I added the hammer for a touch of persuasion) and your advice worked great! Thanks, again👍.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

The "Negotiator" 🔨👍

[@rmmccarthy1240]

@@EverydayHomeRepairs Nice!

[@margofitzgerald5395]

Thanks for the awesome video, very precise and concise. I feel like I'm a plumber now. I just subscribed. 👍

[@jmorv8866]

There seems to be a debate on what gaskets/washers are used where on the assembly. I just replaced both of the strainers in my sink (the old ones needed to be cut off with a multi tool), but the new ones had a rubber gasket and a foam one, where the foam one sat between the strainer and the sink and the rubber sat beneath as it usually does on an assembly. This method still provided a great seal with no leaks and no putty either (manufacturer stated it wasn't needed). Anyways, great video and very helpful!

[@wst8340]

Great job and video.Just did my Kitchen Sink Drain/Basket. $21.00 and Free labor.

[@billzadventures856]

$15 with tax and putty, not bad. this helped me the most since others used that sink wrench and i didnt have that or a sink wrench type

[@knowledgecipher3918]

This was very good information straight to the point uncomplicated, I was able to complete the task in 10 minutes.

[@Yaridnac]

Great video as always!!! This came VERY handy today. The vinegar did the trick. The pipes literally crumbled!!! I replaced the tubes and then saw that the strainer is leaking. I’ll replaced that another day. ^_^

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Add it to the list 👍

[@ramanshah7627]

Excellent tutorial, thanks so much! Editing to add: I successfully rebuilt my kitchen sink yesterday. I ultimately wasn't able to get the baskets free, even with vinegar, in one piece. I bought the Ridgid tool that engages drain holes in the basket, but not the really big tool that goes around the locking ring. Maybe that latter tool would have made a difference. I ultimately split the locking ring with a fiberglass-reinforced cutoff wheel on my Proxxon (Dremel). The stainless was reasonably easy to cut with an abrasive. An angle grinder would have worked too, but I haven't yet used cutoff wheels with my angle grinder.

[@99zman]

Thank you for your video! It helped me install my new strainers and pipes with ease.

[@rayledger6836]

Thanks for the video of how to do! For an older one, you really, really do need to buy or borrow a sink drain wrench. I tried using adjustable pliers, but no luck.

[@cosmicrone]

Great visual. Close up and lighting, Explanations good. Thanks.

[@susanratwik3450]

Thanks so much- the vinegar worked and channel locks worked for me!

[@imadumas2]

As always , very well explained and thorough!!!!

[@paulB77166]

Thnx for clear and precise talk, no fluff

[@AmiAki]

My p trap was stuck you hacks helped me loosen it and finally get it out. Although I had to used vinegar and heat together

[@paulkadzis3612]

So straight forward and simple, can't see how this video has ANY thumbs down

[@ig3273]

From plumbers

[@superchez3781]

I watched many videos you’re the one I’m looking for thank you very much. Awesome! Exactly look like my sink 15x15.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Great 👍

[@susantoney6895]

Excellent and easy to understand information.

[@davidcampbell7684]

The strainer turns when trying to get the nut loose under the sink ,how to hold strainer when trying to loosen the nut.this is the new one ,when put to gather true it but was leaking

[@publiusvarrus7801]

Great video, the first one i've been able to find with a mounting cup...Still can't get the mounting cup off, but at least i know what it's called now.

[@tedchopp4005]

Thanks for a clear basic video without any anoying music or sounds. Thanks for precise instructions and tips to help do the job. (a real breath of fresh air compared to others). Your sound leval was also great. I could actually hear all of your instructions. Thanks!

[@spammi757]

Was able to get it done today thanks to this excellent video... Thanks so much!

[@choosumfat]

I almost gave up on that freaking nut (it's be on there for almost 30 years). The vinegar tip worked like a charm. Thank you, thank you thank you.

[@RonHei]

Very informative! Thank you.

[@harmonyhostel]

The vinegar idea worked beautifully!

[@beautyfashiongoals7912]

Thank you! My hubby couldn't get that part off. I watched your video and got it off for him!! 😂 Thank you again and again for making this video!!

[@jadebell8790]

I took the pipe piece that was stuck out the top and then put it in my vice to hold it .. used pliers and it came unstuck .. I wasn’t reusing the basket so I didn’t care if the vice punched any threads. I just wanted my pipe free from it.

[@katherinemoone4155]

Thanks so much for a detailed and really easy to follow video!

[@windowwendy]

Thank you so much very clear instructions, I was able to fix my sink by my self.

[@TerranEarth]

Vinegar did the trick! Thanks!!

[@callmewhenufree]

Very helpful and explained clearly. Thank you

[@JRod-ox7tj]

great video! short and easy to follow the instructions!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Glad it helped! 👍

[@annass8129]

Thank you for perfect explanation video. Everything worked straight forward. 👍

[@adamstpierre8574]

The plumbers putty is a game changer! Thanks so much

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

You bet!

[@kocyszemaitis2310]

i also had a different basket style but the video was very clear and project turned out well, Cheers and HNY!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@markdemski2045]

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[@Eddy63]

Excellent vid as usual ... Thx for your much appreciated expertise ...

[@ericpedersen8404]

Thanks for the vinegar solution....it worked great

[@laurazeller9134]

Nice clear instruction. Good video shots too. Great video.

[@kindaFunkyNGL]

Thanks for the great instructions!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

My pleasure!

[@orlandocabinetryllc7478]

Thank you for share your knowledge.

[@smokesignals5569]

Nice job. Very clear explanations. Thank you!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Happy to help!

[@sabgabriel2508]

Very easy steps, Excellent video, Thanks

[@annnichols6962]

This was perfect ….showed exactly what I need to fix this on my own. Yay me!

[@gerhardschneider7223]

It appears you are a Real Professional! Thanks a lot!

[@paulaoliverpaula1256]

The vinegar works well. Thx for your videos

[@steevelegault7597]

Amazing video and easy to follow instructions! You're awesome!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Happy to help!

[@johnmeier270]

What a mess, yes sinks in the garage. Your video is clear and spot on too, ty

[@toddpugh6628]

Using vinegar to eat the mineral was a great tip. Worked perfectly.

[@lighthousewc1]

Great video simple and streigt to the point thanks.

[@marybarnes216]

Excellent instructions

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Glad it was helpful! 👍

[@BayViewInteractive]

I didn't think to use a heat gun. That did the trick! thank you!!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Nice!

[@randygubka941]

Thank you so much - you just saved me over $800 bucks - I just subscribed too!! Thank you again

[@Isaacelijahmusic]

Very thorough! You gained a new sub! 🫡

[@ratan012]

Best video. Thank you for sharing your experise. God bless

[@Allseasonaffair]

Thanks for sharing it helped me fix our kitchen sink

[@sira431]

You are the BEST!

[@nut__cracker]

FAB! Thanks John

[@09agentbill]

Thanks for making this video. I didn't know that about vinegar. I just sprayed it with PB blaster. About to go see if it's done its job.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

How'd it work?

[@09agentbill]

@@EverydayHomeRepairs there was too much buildup. I had to skillfully hacksaw it all apart.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

@@09agentbill Yep, unfortunately, that is what it takes some times. Thanks for responding.

[@kennywarden3547]

This was vary helpful thank you

[@Anth4044]

Great video thank you so much for sharing this 👍👍👍💯💯

[@sadmanfarhan]

Thanks. It's very important to know.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

You're welcome

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Thank you, nice job

[@clarus_tx]

Cool guide!

[@michaell5026]

Great job! Thanks.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Thanks for watching!