How to replace a pop up drain assembly/ bathroom sink

Today we are going to tackle a pop up drain assembly that you would find on your bathroom sink.

[@icheck4me]

Tim, thanks for such detail, even though I wasn't replacing anything; your descriptions helped me figure out how to remove my stopper so I could clean alllllllll the nasty stuff under it that was slowing the drain without chemicals.

[@dorianfulton7168]

This is an exceptionally well crafted video. No wasted time, good camera work, 100% informative.

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Thanks for watching

[@kenishida1910]

I’m not terribly adept at home DIY. I have looked at many websites and KZbin videos on making this kind of repair, Tim. Yours is the most detailed in both words and pictures. Thanks!

[@MC-dd8ls]

Thanks so much Tim! You must have some idea how appreciative we are of your video. If not, I am just going to say from the bottom of this sincere heart THANK YOU!!!!!!! You rock!

[@lb9422]

Thanks Tim. Watching this now, and on my way to Home Depot to purchase a new pop up drain assembly kit.

[@jimvankirk1106]

This was exactly what I needed. I'm a guy who often tries to do stuff by myself, always had a father in law or big brother who knows nearby. So I'm a good assistant but not very good solo operator. Found this video, watched it all the way through before starting (unusual for me!), then was able to scroll through for the part needed as I worked. Only 1 trip to Lowes - very unusual! Thank you

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Glad I could help. Thanks for watching

[@tbokhari]

Watched four minutes of this video and cleaned up the back up in 10 mins. Never did it before and learned so much. Thanks Tim!

[@specialheavy8377]

Thank you for all the informative advice. I had a leak after installing a new drain assembly. I redid it following your advice and vola, no more leaks. Great job!

[@PurpleInvisible]

When it comes to a house repair, I am an idiot and completely lost. Your instruction worked like a charm and replaced my bathroom sink drain without any problem in an hour or so. Thank you sir and god bless you! Two thumbs up and sub!

[@kenweiss6720]

Hi Tim- I l love your calm patient demeanor. You remind me of a friend of mine who was able to show me how to do some plumbing, electrical, and other handyman projects with a high degree of success. Unfortunately, he passed away a year ago. I miss him a great deal. While necessity is the mother of invention when it comes to repairs, including windows, sinks, faucets, etc. nothing compares to having a competent patient mentor which is exactly what you are. Ken

[@dannylaw7367]

Well spoken, speaks English and articulate and has a real command of what he's doing. Best clip I've seen as I watch two or three of these to prepare myself to repair my own faucet. thanks for making things look easy when of course they won't be that way in real life for me.

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Thanks and good luck

[@petiteetngo]

Thank you. For non handy person like myself, more than one video will never hurt. I like this video since the instructions are step by step. Very clear.

[@BIGTOP4U2]

Thanks Tim. Very well done video, can actually see what your doing. Your selection of music is very well done.

[@drpeters1]

THANK YOU TIM! I'm totally the opposite of a handyman, but this video saved me a call to the plumber. $15 of parts from Lowe's and an hour on a Sunday afternoon... Like new! Don't forget to pick up the plumber's putty asking with the drain assembly at the store.

[@julieneking8789]

Tim is very articulate, and it is very easy to follow his directions. Thank you Tim

[@hosswindu166]

Tim, many thanks for this video. You helped to guide a novice through replacing a pop up drain assembly for the very first time. The project started as a clearing a slow draining bathroom sink. But it soon became clear that the entire drain assembly should be replaced. Your attention to detail was very appreciated. Keep up the great work!

[@darrylb4048]

FIRST! Thanks, you nailed it! I had the unit in but didn't know that the lower pipe was not permanently fixed at the factory. Once I heard you (and seen) say it came apart that was it. Problem solved. Easy to listen to: Knowledgeable: Detailed to the simplest degree: All of which most people would need it they are looking for info. Great job, Congrats. AND look at the dates, 2 years later and your vids is still helping folks.

[@tomdaoust]

Thanks. I did this in an hour. Lots of good tips. Order of disassembly and assembly was most helpful.

[@onedominant]

Bless you, Tim. This video is exactly what I needed. I managed to change brake pads and rotors with a KZbin video for guidance, so I should be able to do this too (knock on wood). As a single woman who is low on extra income, I've been having to wash my hands and face and brush my teeth in the kitchen sink for over a month with no hope of "plumber money" in sight. The metal gasket that smacks up to the underside of the basin BROKE (without anyone touching it) - how, I don't know, just fell apart one day. I don't have one of those "fancy" metal pipe assembly replacements, but years ago I replaced the faucet itself but not the drain. The drain part just got left in the box and tucked into a closet, just in case. I guess now is "case". It's plastic (bummer), but if it means no more trekking to the kitchen to brush my teeth, it will have to do. If I win the lottery, I'll call you to replace it. ;)

[@pakrat_99]

This video was perfect for me - I followed it twice to replace pop up drain assemblies and it was bang on both times. Thanks so much, so helpful.

[@wesleywesley3262]

Thanks Tim for saving my family some money!!!! Great instructional video! Keep up the great work!!!

[@jimcars6468]

Hello Tim & Thank you a million for your channel and this video. My wife & I bought a older home 2 1/2 yrs ago. My bathroom sink drain needed to be replaced. I did a search and yours was the first to pop up. I watched your video first then went to my local Home Depot and bought the supplies needed to do the job. I watched and paused this video as I was doing the job. It was very informative and helpful....Thanks again. You definitely have a new subscriber. I’ll definitely be searching your channel when the next home repair is needed.

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Thanks for the support. Glad I could help!

[@theraputika]

Thank you thank you! I fixed my sink because of this tutorial. You are very clear and precise. I had to Dremel off the brass nut under the sink, but everything else went like clockwork.

[@brianbergstrom9579]

Excellent work. You make it look simple in a well organized step-by-step process. Thank you.

[@basquith16]

Extremely helpful video. Best step by step tutorial I’ve found on this topic. Thank you!

[@Skorpio420]

Thank you for this video! Unlike others, you actually show what's needed and not just remove-replace-done.

[@darrellshinn5983]

Tim, thank you for doing this video. I really appreciate your detailed instructions I was able to replace mine with no issues. Thanks again and God bless you.

[@stevenpratt6986]

Great DIY step by step, thank you much. As feedback, I found that I needed to use the old rubber seal/washer under the drain/sink, glad I still had it around. Also, it was fun to watch the plumber's putty squish out from the drain rim as I tightened the nut below. I guess I did it right, it didn't leak!

[@stanoliva9251]

Awesome

[@KutWrite]

Yes, I've always liked playing with clay.

[@hexane8]

Yes, the seals/washers/putty part was where I was remiss.

[@markfreemantle7608]

I was surprised that the putty didn't ooze out of the top as well.

[@Bender2497]

Just replaced another pop up stopper. This is my go-to video when I need a refresher of things to consider while doing the job. Thank you!

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Great to hear it!

[@dandekker8815]

This is the best video - it shows all the details step by step - from a real plumber, not some store clerk.

[@Doowopsid]

Great video showing all the steps and detailed explanations along the way. Nice job!

[@pksahu9416]

Thanks for the tip regarding the reciprocating saw to cut off the pipe if you can’t get the nut off. I watched your video before I started the job, and I instantly knew what to do when I hit a snag. I’ve found that a Sawzall, Dremel tool or cutoff tool is sometimes the most important tool in my arsenal.

[@RigelKent100]

This is the best instruction video for fixing the drain. It shows you out in the field which is the best way to learn thing like this. Thank you.

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Thanks for watching

[@MrPhins]

My 88 year old mom had that pin break off and she was pushing down the assembly and using tweezers to pry it back out because she was quoted almost $200. I'm glad I got to her first and found your clear, detailed instructions. I was going to wing it but there are vital tips here I never would have known. Great job...and my mom thanks you too.

[@tracioh3414]

Yup

[@chrismallory3718]

Ppl crack me up, so plumbers are supposed to do this work for 100$$?? These aren't always easy, just because he makes it look easy because he's done it for yrs doesn't make it a quick simple fix. I'm not saying you shouldn't do it yourself but a licensed plumber has a bunch of expenses, tools, licensed and continued education invested into his/her craft! I respect ppl who attempt plumbing repairs on their own but more often then not it ends up costing them more and they still call us out. Similar to a mechanic

[@macrick]

@@chrismallory3718 Somehow agree. If granny broke the pin off. She might break the whole sink as well.

[@tmachogstad]

Thank you so much for the clear descriptions & directions throughout your whole process. They are incredibly helpful. Great job & thank you!

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Thanks for watching

[@frankcabanski9409]

It's always "simply" do this or that. It's never like mine - under a cabinet with a divider, so the space to work in is narrower than my shoulder width - also right on a wall so there's little room behind or to the sides to move a wrench.

[@DanDan-os6hd]

There's 2 brads holding the divider in. Remove, bend brads back and forth til they snap off. Re-nail after job.

[@frankcabanski9409]

@@DanDan-os6hd I'll take a look, but I don't think it's held in just with brads.

[@DanDan-os6hd]

I think it is. Most are. Its just pinned up. Two on top, two on bottom. If they got fancy they might've put a dab of glue but unlikely. Just take a scrap piece of wood and place it against the divider and hit scrap wood with hammer pushing the divider the opposite of the way it was nailed. Done it numerous times.

[@amrisewells]

Too true I'm dealing with much the same ... lol

[@BangBang-hk4rg]

They can get any repair done on KZbin in ten minutes. In reality, it will take about ten hours and at least two trips back to the hardware store 🤣

[@nwohiojim8142]

Excellent video!!! Right to the point with the right detail. Too many you tubers take an hour to explain a job that should only take 15 minutes. They include too much needless info and just drag out the instruction. This is the first video I have seen by you. Keep up the good work.

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Thanks for watching

[@oliverloper704]

Great video showed me exactly what I needed to see. Very detailed, clear and concise. Thank you Tim

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Thanks for watching!

[@jimjames1920]

Good video Tim. Fast and to the point. Thanks.

[@garychin7980]

Thanks for pointing out the washer and beveled piece for both sides of the ball. It's a much better seal than I had.

[@suzannta2827]

My goodness, I saw 5 videos before bumping into yours, which was the one I needed to replace my pop up assembly. All other videos skip this important part, but with people like me who don't know how to assemble simple parts, we need specific instructions. Show and tell, you got it right on the tee. Thank you very much for your time invested in this. I am glad to find direct and specific showing of how to do it, (others explain what they did). Gracias from Mexico!

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

I’m delighted that I was of help and service to you my friend. Thank you and keep plumbing!

[@davidsauerwrx7460]

Tim, I just wanted to get back to you. After your video I went and got everything you talked about and replaced my pop-up. It went so well I just had to say thanks! I love u-tube! Dave

[@carlofanelli5730]

Thanks,TIm! Excellent video. I couldn't have installed my bathroom faucet without you! This was my first install and you walked me through it step by step. Great job! My wife didn't have anything to yell at me about!

[@jilldamico1160]

Followed the steps. Paid extra for a metal replacement. First try, no leaks! Thank you.

[@thadhethcox2362]

Great instructional video. I’m not particularly handy but I just installed a pop up assembly. Working like a charm! Thanks!!

[@willowJ-nb3iy]

This is the most thorough, detailed, clear DIY video ever! Thanks!

[@coungpow]

Thanks, very detailed I appreciate how you talked about the gaskets. Lots of other videos didn’t mention them around the pivot rod for the pop up stopper.

[@aminamostfaithful5676]

Great step by step tutorial. Easy to follow, Thanks!

[@totallymop]

Thanks fellow Tim. My wife just sent me a picture of our rusted out pipe and never having done something like this, I was getting nervous. Your video makes me feel like I'll be able to handle this with minimal stress.

[@totallymop]

And the job is done! Thanks again!

[@davidsmith2562]

Excellent training video. I have 6 sinks in my house, and plan to change all of them this week.

[@annadams9446]

Exactly the guidance I needed to fix this issue! Love all of you DIY KZbin folks!!

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Thanks for watching

[@janebolhouse6500]

Well done! I am a DIY but in my late 70's I am reluctantly accepting my limitations. I will hire a plumber, but I now understand what it involves. I agree with the comment on background music. Husband was talking to our son and basketball was on TV. You explained it very well. Thanks!

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Thanks for watching!

[@chuckpense8717]

Good video and very thorough instruction.....thank you Sir!

[@audiokemestry]

Great break down. Best one I've seen on the subject.

[@sintierra9010]

Thanks so much man. I was going to try and oly replace the broken part. But is was easier to replace the whole setup 🙏🏽

[@johnb9342]

Just exactly what I needed to know. Thanks, Tim!

[@mollymelcher6672]

Tim, thank you! I am the wife of the house plus the plumber, mechanic, and electrician. Oh, also the computer specialist. My husband just doesn’t get it. My dad was my teacher and helper. He is gone now. I needed to replace the pop up drain in one of our bathroom sinks. I have replaced them before as well as the faucets and the kitchen faucet. The drain kit came with nothing but the parts. I felt confident since I’d done it before. But just to be on the safe side I pulled up a couple videos. Didn’t like the first one and blast it a female gave the instructions! Then I watched yours. I still have the original plumber seal tube that my dad gave me. Couldn’t throw it away. So to be on the safe side I bought a tube of the Rector 5. Had everything assembled but kept finding a drip. Finally narrowed it down to wear the ball flipper ma-jig went to the back of the drain to raise and lower the stopper. I fussed, just sure I had done it right except the nut just didn’t tighten on very well. So I watched you one more time and realized I had inserted the 2 ring seals incorrectly. Fussed at myself some more, did it correctly and bingo no more drip!! So thanks for clear, easy instructions. I was in a hurry and too full of myself!!! But it’s done now. I really hate plumbing projects....lol

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Thanks so much Glad you got it right!

[@johnnelson3792]

Very helpful video. Now I need to go get my parts! Thanks!

[@CarenKH1]

This was not only *very* helpful, the video itself is well-produced. You had enough light that folks can see what you’re doing! Sometimes a rarity in these DIY videos. Plus, herons - I mean, what more is needed? Thanks so much!

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Thanks for watching

[@dooleyfan]

Very helpful. I wasn’t sure how to place the gaskets for the ball. Two other videos made no mention of the placement, but yours did I. Thanks!

[@leannapierce3033]

Thank you for the step-by-step. the guy who installed our pop-up did not put the pivot rod in the lift rod hole or the spring clip. It just never worked and we just bought a new one. Yes, the little rod inside was gone due to rust. I am going to be installing it correctly from your instructions. (Although you got lucky. Ours did not drain well and had nasty smelly hair in the pipes. Thanks to my Dewalt drill and the snake drain cleaner that did not take long to clear it. I suggest a mask and gloves for that job.) I bought the Dewalt and snake for the kitchen sink pipes I was prepared for the nasty stuff. After replacing the Kitchen sink, facet and pipes this looks like a breeze. Thank you again for this video. Saving me money since I do not have a job and my sister and I are living off her income of 28K a year.

[@leannapierce3033]

Did it was much easier after watching your video. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!

[@KutWrite]

This is what I should've done when the pin broke on the last setup. Instead, I replaced only the pin and ball-joint. Meh. It started leaking after a year. I'm gonna do it your way this time. Loved the 60s TV chase music playing behind your video! :D

[@davidsauerwrx7460]

Thank Tim, now I am ready to replace mine! Lots of help! Dave

[@familydogg1234]

I scrap metal and have taken apart those Sink parts. Almost anyone can do that but you are teaching us a skill- Thanx

[@hexane8]

this was boss, thanks. My problem was omitting the plumber's putty and the 'gasket' parts sealing the leaks. Got too focused on the faucet replacement and made assumptions about the ease of the drain unit included in the faucet. Excellent overview!

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Thanks for watching

[@wannag4321]

Great step by step instruction. It was easy to follow and understand.

[@richardblackwell1962]

Thanks for the details I needed. Didn't see the Retroseal 5 in the other videos, but as I disassembled my system and cleaning the parts to reuse it (previous renter's kids clogged up the drain so I just reused what I had) I wasn't convinced that was Plumber's Putty on the drain.

[@jimbaker4931]

Great demo. It’s just what I needed to see how I put in the drain assembly

[@pauledoherty9088]

Best one I have found on the Internet!! Thanks, Tim, good job of showing how it is done,

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Thanks for watching

[@derrickpatrick1206]

Thanks for sharing and explaning this process. The camera angles and detailing the steps & processes were very good.

[@iranewton8416]

Great Job Tim, Nice Tip about the pipe sealant on the rubber to the sink gasket and definitely the Teflon Tape on the fine threads.

[@queenkache]

Thank you Tim I cleaned the sinks in all five bathrooms in my house 🙌🏽

[@osvaldoumana4494]

I'm sort of fearless when it comes to "fixing" things I know nothing about...but this video went straight to the point...in a clear and simple way. It all started with a clogged sink and i ended up replacing the entire drain system because the stopper nut in the back was cracked and I was not able to find a replacement ...and again....because if this video i took me about an hour to go thru the entire process..... THANK YOU VERY MUCH... I REALLY APPRECIATE YOUR TIME AND SUPER HELPFUL VIDEO!!!!!!

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Thanks for watching

[@gwhe6958]

Good video Tim. Watched 2 before I found yours and it was by far the most thorough.

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Thanks for watching

[@langtonart]

Excellent video... Just what I needed to watch... Very helpful... Thank you!

[@alancaro7630]

Tim, awesome demonstration. Thank you so much.

[@claudeseguy2023]

Thank you Tim, this is the best video on the subject 👍

[@diegopalomino1200]

Thanks for the video. You explain everything in detail and the video was awesome.

[@triefranch]

Thank you, my bathroom sink popup was broken and got stuck in the drain hole. So now I'm hoping with your great and clear instructions to be able to DIY it! Thanks!

[@DaRealQT]

Thanks Tim. You’ve helped this Do-It-Myself Diva in 2023. Best wishes to you.

[@robertfoley9413]

Thanks Tim. Followed your steps, worked like a charm. Also, I appreciate your commentary, informative and concise. No stupid jokes or nonsense that wastes time, just the task at hand.

[@jpaul4595]

Great tutorial, very detailed explanation and video.

[@suzannta2827]

Guess What? I decided to renew my other sink and I didn't waste time looking for instructions, I saved your video to my favorite list. Yupee, Gracias again from Mexico!

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Awesome!

[@darrenhutchinson5238]

Good to hear h

[@darrenhutchinson5238]

Sorry, good to hear it. I'm working on mine now. Darlington, England.

[@majorwillis7662]

Hi, Tim. Great video for those of us who aren't "real" plumbers. One thing I might suggest however, especially for first timers, is to replace those rubber seals on the P-trap. Perhaps I'm a bit of an overkill guy but when I'm repairing sink drains, I replace everything but the old PVC pipe and fittings. And in the for-what-it's-worth department, when I have anymore plumbing issues I'm not quite sure of, I'll be back to watch another one of your great videos!

[@Memphisgirl-jk5tq]

Thank u👊🏾 You’re an AWESOME teacher.

[@benjamintimmins1656]

I'm really into putting in pop ups for my job now and this video was very informative. I def learned something about that washer on the ball rod. I dont think anyone uses those lol...and good tip about starting the ball rod in the open position and putting it in the plumbing strap...you have a way with making videos...very smart!

[@insidepianos]

Nicely paced and clearly explained. Thank you!

[@proudtoclaimthetitle]

Thank you Sir. You helped me rock it out of the park today!

[@PLUMBINGWITHTIM]

Glad to help. Thanks

[@garrygiordano4059]

Well done, covered all the bases along with clear explanation.

[@MrPaox2]

Thanks Tim! Great video! Now I'm ready to go tackle this!

[@andybarajas3413]

Tim you are the greatest of all thank you so much, you helped me so much, a million thanks , and may GOD BLESS YOU.

[@durgyhill]

Great job explaining. Thank you

[@jonbeams9786]

Thanks Tim. . Great video. Very informative.

[@patsweeney0]

Nice job. Wish I had seen this before I started the job and sort of screwed it up. Thanks.

[@mikevansistine2388]

Great video, thank you for your help!! Thanks to you I just got a little bit better at plumbing!

[@jackie4u]

You saved my day. I bought a new faucet, but without any manual how to install it. It would not be such a problem untill I had to put there a sink stopper 🙄. Once more thank you!

[@susanmaccia464]

My first and successful plumbing project. Thanks!

[@michaellopez941]

Great video. Super helpful. Thank you for taking the time to share your expertise.

[@aldemasi8857]

A great video as I have 3 sinks that need drain assembly replacements. I hate plumbing but this video has helped immensly. Just have to take my time and work through each one.

[@sandytaylor4221]

RIGHT ON DUDE! Couldn’t of done that with out you! Thanks Tim. You explain in language I can understand.

[@almfoto]

quick simple and easy. Thanks Tim!

[@germanium1872]

Great detailed video. Thank you Tim!