LOOSE and LEAKING Plastic Bathroom Sink Drain Repair

[@yolandagomez9255]

I do not know anything about plumbing, so I didn’t know how to fix a bathroom 💦 leak. couldn’t ask my husband because I don’t have one😂😂. But I’m a big fan of diy, if I can do it I will before I call on a professional. This video from that fix it guy and the communication and a few pics and videos I shared with him, I have no more leak issues. It’s just the littlest things that makes one happy. 😂👍 He is awesome

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Thank you Yolanda and I'm so happy I could help.

[@mobilegamingkayleigh]

COULDNT ASK MY HUSBAND CAUSE I DONT HAVE ONE PLS THIS COMMENT IS KILLING ME

[@naomisavaro5345]

Yolanda - single mom so I also don't have someone at home to ask. I am remodeling my whole bathroom and this video has been very beneficial

[@fibsone]

Always nice to see a strong independent woman who is confident to do the job herself. 👍👍

[@yunli8164]

@@mobilegamingkayleigh I do have one , but for doing this thing , It just looks like I don’t have one 😂

[@freshprince512]

I spent 3 days trying to fix this problem, then I came across your video and fixed it in 10 minutes. Thank you.

[@Ilovecupramen]

That’s why I’m here 😂😂😂

[@JKe895]

Exactly! That’s why I’m here. I am now subscribed

[@Gunzee]

I don't know much about sinks, the leak was from a big rubber washer underneath the sink. Just removed the plug bar thing and gave it a full 360 degree tightening. It's fixed in under 5 minutes. Whilst I was down there I took off the a long bowl thing from the trap. It stinks but it's empty? Just full of water, not messing about with anything else. Let them live with the smell.

[@JL-vo2vk]

I get the process, but on the top part, if that leaks it jist goes where the overflow goes, essentially the more important seal os the bottom.????

[@luyangdu1036]

Got lucky and found this video after 20mins of suffering. I didn’t even know that was the place that was leaking!

[@kylephillips924]

Best video I've seen on this topic. Teflon tape + pipe dope + 100% silicone top and bottom. No leak possible! This really helped me out.

[@margaretjo2010]

I am a woman who is separated from my jack of all trades husband for 3 years now. My sink has been leaking and I had to replace the entire assembly kit… didn’t know I could even possibly do anything like that. You made it look simple and guess what it was. I did it all by myself even cut my own pipe with a hack saw to fit. I’m so grateful for you and your video, you have given a helpless damsel like me hope in doing it myself… I would kiss you if you were here😂 thank you so much😘💕💕💕

[@ThatFixItGuy]

So glad that this could help you out. This is the only way I do plastic pop ups these days. Thank you and please share your experience and help us grow.

[@ranickhaan]

Dude, you’re a lifesaver! My ever-loving wife tried to fix the bathroom sink. She took the whole thing apart, not knowing what to do. I’ve never had to reassemble anything beyond the trap, and had no idea what I was doing. Thanks for learning me!

[@taylorbhp4283]

You're the man! Your sink is exactly like mine and this video made it so simple to understand. Saved me a trip to the hardware store or a call to a plumber.

[@lisakaplan2073]

Thanks Fit it Guy, I have unclogged my stopper in the past but never to this extent, what a difference. several videos on You Tube, yours was by far the most helpful and spot on. Thank you thank you thank you.

[@ThatFixItGuy]

So glad this could help you out. I hope we can help again.

[@chrisbowen8934]

Thank you for putting a clear easy to follow video up how to do this standard home repair. I didn't think I would be able to do this myself but this has given me confidence

[@ThatFixItGuy]

No problem! If you run into anything you can email me at [e-mail]. Thanks for watching.

[@edjolivosky6064]

Thank you brother for teaching us this simple but very helpful instruction. God bless.

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Your welcome. So glad we could help.

[@quinn5family]

Thank you so much for this video. I like how clear and concise the instructions are. My leaking bathroom sink was fixed in no time!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

I love to hear that! Thank you for watching and I hope we can help again!

[@shievang]

You just saved me $75! Got the part for 4.95 and fixed it myself! thank you!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

That is awesome! Glad we could help!

[@greencuisine]

You saved the day! Only one word - Genius!

[@loggerbomb]

Nice and to the point! I am about to replace my first faucet and was wanting a video to address plastic assemblies as most cheaper faucets now use them. This video fit the bill perfectly!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Glad it was helpful! I hope we can help again!

[@michellewilliams1943]

Can't believe it's that simple, thank you

[@ThatFixItGuy]

It is pretty simple. Just take you time and don’t get too frustrated.

[@miguelorozco9770]

Sir you are doing the Lord's work by teaching those of that don't know what we're doing how to do it. You saved me money, taught me something, and gave me confidence. A sincere thank you to you.

[@dauriced7921]

Hey man thanks!!!!! I was struggling with putting the sink drain and all of it's mechanism back together I was struggling for hours and I came across your video and then it took me just five minutes after that to put it on!!!!! Thanks!!!!!!!!!!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

That is great to hear! I’m so happy my video was able to help you! I hope I can help you again!

[@marlonmendes1485]

Thank you . First video I saw and problem solved . You’re the guy. Thank you . God bless you .

[@whoshotya117]

The pipe screwing into the silver ring on top was the piece I needed... thank you!!!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Your welcome! I hope that I can help again.

[@LadyDi365]

This video was exactly what I needed! Thank you so much for showing me how to fix my drain!

[@HectorVela-d8c]

Good video! The only question I have is: How difficult will it be to remove drain pipe when it needs to be replaced again? Won't silicone make it difficult to put a new drain again?

[@Learn2Paint]

Great DIY Video! Thanks for keeping it short and simple. Now I know how to fix a leak in my mom's sink drain.

[@rakshandajamil4257]

i have watch a lot of videos but yours is very clear and well explained . Thank you.

[@BryanAMcGown]

I loved this video. I had taken apart an earlier install by previous owners and they used plumbers putty under that chrome ring. Basically, a horrible seal. I'll be re-doing today using your method. Never thought about Teflon tape in this application either. That's probably going to resolve leaks. Thanks

[@rsdenimblues8342]

yes i have taken my batheroom sink apart 4 times now..the putty is not working....

[@Be_Still_And_Know]

Perfect! Thank you very much for this excellent step-by-step. I was able to fix a leaky sink drain after watching this video.

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Thank you for watching! Hope we can help again! Please share and help us grow!

[@alexandramaymi75]

Hooray! I can use my bathroom sink again! Thank you. Installing the stopper was tricky for me as the space was really tight and I had to puzzle it out a bit, putting the stopper rod through the slot before putting it in the screw valve. Hard to talk about all these doodads...

[@ThatFixItGuy]

I totally get it. So many little parts with a sink drain set up. So glad this was able to help you out. Please sub, share and help us grow. Thank you.

[@naomisavaro5345]

In the process of replacing everything in my bathroom except the tub/shower. THANK you for this great video - when I get to putting the sink together - this will be very helpful!!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Your very welcome. Please reach out if you have questions. Happy to help

[@tyherr5072]

That was cleared and comprehensive.. Thank you

[@donnahulstein2299]

Thank you for this video, it’s exactly what I needed. I was trying to DIY a set up just like the one you showed and sure enough got it put together and had a leak just where you showed. So took it apart again and need to head to Hardware store for some silicone sealant. Feel more hopeful after watching your video that next time it will work, thanks for sharing! Trying to take care of some minor repairs on my own and save a little money.

[@seanlee4473]

We also bought a few glacier brands faucets. Everything was fine for one day then I noticed a leak around the threads. Glad I found this video and explanation on why this brand needs silicone on the rubber gasket. I think I'm on the right track now....

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Awesome. To me this is the only way to put in plastic pop ups these days. Thank you and I hope we can help again.

[@seanlee4473]

@@ThatFixItGuy Now that I think of it, there was some moisture around the ring before I added the silicone. Fingers crossed but I don't see or can feel any moisture below the rubber ring now. Well see how it goes. Thanks again!

[@motivatedmom6806]

Glad I found this video have a bathroom sink that was brand new that kept leaking underneath from the same area you just showed around the rubber piece. Thank you so much I'm going to attempt it myself.

[@asianguy791]

Thank you! This was easy to follow. I decided to uninstall to clean the bathroom sink and then there was a leak when I reinstalled it and that Teflon tape came in very clutch! Thank you so much!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Your very welcome. This is my tried and true method. I love that it is helping so many people.

[@richmac918]

I'm going to have to try this out next time I put one in. I've done dozens using plumbers putty and generally they've worked out well however I've run into a few sinks where the bottom of the drain hole wasn't as flat as it should be and have had them leak around the threaded area. I never considered putting Teflon tape on the threads or substituting silicone caulk in place of plumbers putty but I can see some real advantages to doing both. Thanks for the heads up

[@ThatFixItGuy]

I’m glad I could help you with this. I have just found with all this new plastic everything using silicone has worked better for me than plumber putty. Thank you and hope I can help with something else.

[@andrewcavanagh3463]

@@ThatFixItGuy do you recommend using both silicon and plumbers putty?

[@ThatFixItGuy]

@@andrewcavanagh3463 I like silicone for plastic pop ups and I still will use plumbers putty for metal, but really silicone will work for both.

[@antergraves]

I purchased a glacier Bay faucet for the bathroom and I followed the manufacture instructions and it leaked so I did it again,but this time I put some silicone under the drain ring and it still leaked. So I tried your method and it worked beautifully.thank you so much😃

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Awesome! I'm so happy to hear that! Thank you for watching! If you know someone this could help please share! We would love to help more people.

[@Stephlova614]

Thanks for existing! Really needed this!!!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Thank you for watching! Happy to help and we hope we can help again!

[@digitalbobby42]

I didn't realize that Teflon tape has to go on in the same direction as the nut that attaches to it, thanks for the pro tip!

[@patchh7242]

I’m 23 and learning how to fix a leaking drain for the first time all on my own has gotta be one of my top accomplishments 😭🙏🏻 thank you so much for this video

[@briankoswick5998]

Thanks for easy to follow video, fix my leak quickly and easily. Well done!

[@mrs.mckeller1483]

Thank you so much!! I just fixed my sink! The water was running so slow down the drain. So then I used drain o and everything else and nothing was working until I had a leak and this was the reason! Feels so good to have a normal sink again! 😌

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Sweet so glad this could help you out. Please subscribe, share your experience and help us grow. Thank you.

[@susanseymour641]

Thanks for the tips Brian! I now know how to fix my bathroom sink! I need some supplies!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Your welcome! Get to fixin!

[@ryanrogers8211]

I’m going to try using silicone on the underside rubber gasket/washer. I’m getting small drips on the bottom threads under the large plastic nut.

[@accentedreality]

Saved my behind. I replaced the old faucet on my son's bathroom sink. Couldn't get it to stop leaking! This is what I needed

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Awesome! So happy that this video helped you. If you don't mind could you share this video and help us grow. We would really appreciate it.

[@skeeterskier]

This was a big help - thanks from Texas!

[@DLV42]

EXCELLENT VIDEO . THANK YOU VERY MUCH.

[@Gh0st12_GG]

This video just helped me finish a replacement. Thanks for the video and the extra steps to help any future leaks.

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Awesome! I’m so happy to hear that. Hope we can help again!

[@towncar786]

Very nice and easy and your are very professional guy Thank you so much

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Thank you! Glad we could help and hope we can help again in the future.

[@rsdenimblues8342]

this is one of the best videos i have seen can't wait to take apart sink for the 5th time only this time going to use silicone..i do not think i am getting the sink flange threaded completely using the putty..my husband passed away last year...so i am doing as much as i can myself....and not one to give up....going to try the silicone...i don't care what other people say..or think...i don't like the putty..and i used teflon tape and sealant around the drain thread...ok..here i go again...on way to menards..thanks for video will let you know if it worked..

[@mikeballard7008]

Thank you! Clear simple directions!

[@scottfuller-km5yz]

I’m not a plumber but have done minor repairs at times. This project seemed pretty straightforward but tried a different approach at first.. did not work and had sink out of order for almost a week! I was ready to go buy another assembly because it continued to leak..frustrating. This video worked great!! Exactly as described. I bought the correct items as used and was pleasantly surprised that it stopped leaking the first try! Thanks 😊

[@ianfawcett5265]

Thanks for posting this video it was truly helpful.

[@jerroldmanago3504]

How hard will it be to take it back apart when it hardens if something was to happen to it. Or need to change it again.

[@ThatFixItGuy]

It is not hard at all. I just did a video on the same sink showing my process. How to Remove a Bathroom Sink Drain Sealed with Silicone Sealant

[@4um360]

What happens if you need to remove or replace the siliconed parts?

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Thank you for the question. Just pop it out. Silicone will come out. Using the pop Up assemble I did in this video if I had to remove it I would just undo the nut that holds it on and push it up. It will take some force, but will not be bad. The silicone around the rubber washer should peel off pretty easy. May take a razor blade or a flat screw driver around the bottom and top of the sink hole. Something with a flat edge that will not damage your sink. Replace the part put more silicone on and reinstall. This will make a good video and I will add it to my list! Thank you.

[@susanseymour2997]

Thanks for the tips Brian! My weekend project!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Your welcome. Let me know if you need a hand.

[@NadiraBag]

Thank you so much ! I opened it this morning to clean it...and I got stuck how to put it back, I tried for 3 hours, then I gave up and I search it online and you saved me ! I appreciate your time and effort to share this wonderful videos...

[@ThatFixItGuy]

So glad this was able to help you out. I hope we can help again.

[@kyles2540]

So many "that's what she said moments". It was both educational AND made me feel like a 12 year old again. Thanks for the video!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Lol. Yeah I know! Glad you liked the video! Thanks for watching!

[@angelafranklin4499]

Man I was stuck exact fixture POOR DIRECTIONS...THANK YOU FIX IT GUY.

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Glad I could help. I hope I can help again. Thanks for watching.

[@Bubbley2012]

Thank you so much for doing this video! My leak is fixed 👍

[@Joyparc]

This helps a whole lot

[@thilai8793]

Thanksgiving for sharing video clip finally we made it thanks have good day

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Thank you for the kind words and I’m glad that the video helped you. I hope we can help again.

[@deepengandhi7033]

Thank you for the video! This really helped. I ended up using putty so hopefully I have no leaks!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

I have had putty work and not work on plastic pop ups. You will be ok. If not it is an easy switch to silicone. Glad this video helped you.

[@DYIIdeas]

I am a woman who is separated from my jack of all trades husband for 3 years now. My sink has been leaking and I had to replace the entire assembly kit… didn’t know I could even possibly do anything like that. You made it look simple and guess what it was. I did it all by myself even cut my own pipe with a hack saw to fit. I’m so grateful for you and your video, you have given a helpless damsel like me hope in doing it myself… I would kiss you if you were here thank you so much

[@mushtaqchaudhry9044]

Thanks brother Great job

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Your welcome! Thank you for watching! Hope we ca help again.

[@Cragun.]

Great video ... my sink kept leaking, I never thought to put silicone on the rubber gasket under the sink!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

I’ve had that issue many times as well that is why with plastic pop ups I just do this every time now. Thank you for watching and glad the video helped. Hope I can help again.

[@olegterzi5809]

Very good tip

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Thank you. So glad this could help you.

[@brockmclarty242]

Very helpful! Thank you!!!

[@rehannatalanian1631]

You helped me fix my problem! Thanks

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Sweet! Glad we could help! Please subscribe and share. Hope we can help again.

[@jimmyjimmy1038]

Professional explanation 👌. Definitely deserve subscribe.

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Awesome! Thank you so much! We really appreciate it!

[@dfw911restoration5]

Thank you this was very helpful for me thanks

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Awesome! Glad we could help! Hope we can help again.

[@sherrysellers4136]

Thanks so much for this video!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Your very welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@arsena7538]

Seems like a pretty solid way to do this.

[@ThatFixItGuy]

With plastic pop ups I think so as well! Thanks for watching.

[@jackieperez8104]

So informative thanks for the vid!!!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Your welcome. So glad it could help.

[@kingkewon000]

I was doing a install on a new vanity, and the stupid thing wouldn’t stop leaking after redoing the drain twice 😞 you came in clutch and this worked like a charm

[@ThatFixItGuy]

This is exactly why I started doing this job with silicone. So frustrating! Really happy this helped you. Thank you!

[@MajorChisholm]

That was the exact video I needed. And thanks for the tips!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

I am happy to hear that. Hope I can help again.

[@sharigirardeau3367]

Me, too!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

@Shari Girardeau so happy this helped!

[@marlonlozada3048]

u sir are a genius thx so much! helped!!!

[@StephanieCees]

Hi there. Thanks for the video. My Kholer plastic pop up doesn't have threads the entire section below the plug - it's smooth plastic where the overflow drain holes are. Also, the rubber flange thing at the bottom needs to sit ABOVE the nut threads to sit tight to the sink. In that case would silicone alone be enough on bottom side of the rubber gasket (upper side of sink under plug) and the top side of the under sink rubber flange (above the nut)? If that makes sense. Thanks!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Yes just silicone would work great.

[@MrDwhite4444]

Great video, it worked

[@ThatFixItGuy]

So glad this helped! Hope we can help again

[@MrDwhite4444]

@@ThatFixItGuy wish I would have watched your video first.

[@VigilanteMian]

Thanks for the video. The issue that I have is that after tightening the rod, I have a leakage. I don't know if it is because of the size of the new ball that came with the rod or I need more plumber putty when tightening the rod.

[@magnoliamaldonado9440]

wooo create job i Loved thank you

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Awesome! Thank you

[@janeanlanglois9443]

Thank you.

[@ThatFixItGuy]

You're welcome! Thank you for watching.

[@coryscomputerrepair]

This video not only saved me $$$ by DIY but also saved a mother in law/landlord who is full old-school Portuguese from not only having to be called and her calling someone to fix it but also her using it as an excuse to come over and not pick the shit out of the house lol. Regardless of how clean it is, IT IS NEVER CLEAN ENOUGH. So Thank You for saving me cash and a huge headache lol.

[@maramckeague5718]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 this video worked! Thanks for posting!!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

That is great to hear! I hope that I can help you out again!

[@desidog4169]

Thank you so much for a useful video 👈

[@Bert805]

Thank you

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Your welcome! Thank you for watching and hope we can help again.

[@phajeb001]

When you put the pivot rod inside the drain pipe did it have a pivot seat and gasket inside?

[@ThatFixItGuy]

This model the ball is the seal.

[@TrueLoveEternal]

Thank you for posting this. It helped a lot. I'm a DIYer, but a bit frightened of plumbing.

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Glad it helped. Hope I can help again. If you ever have a question reach out. You can go to That Fix It Guy DIY Group on facebook we can figure out your issue. Thanks for watching

[@sixmillion977]

Thank you sir

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Your welcome.

[@Bob31415]

Excellent camera work and lighting. One question; is there supposed to be a small gasket between the ball and nut? Yesterday I bought the popup kit and it came with a gasket and it is leaking.

[@MicheleTeixeira23]

Thank you!!!

[@Kittyhammertoe100]

Thank you!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Your welcome! I hope we can help again!

[@Kittyhammertoe100]

I DID IT!❤

[@davidg8032]

There is absolutely no reason to put Teflon tape or pipe dope on the top threaded fitting. Even the silicone around the drain cover does nothing to keep the sink from leaking. If the connection were to leak like a sieve at either place, where would the water go? It would simply go into the drain through the weep holes. And with the bottom nut, you need to make sure you get the silicone into the threads between the rubber gasket and the drain stem. Just getting it on the rubber gasket where it contacts the sink will not keep it from leaking. Thanks for taking the time to post this.

[@ryanrogers8211]

I’m having leaking issues with the threads under the big rubber gasket on the bottom of the sink. I’m going to try and put silicone in the threads from the top of the gasket then put it all together

[@johnh9507]

and no need to overtighten the nut, some only have the nut that has the spades and tightening by hand is good enough

[@johnh9507]

putting a sealant on the seal under the sink is a waste of time, they very seldom leak there

[@yolandagomez9255]

I'm having a sink leak too; but mine is the faucet connection. what is that black accordion thing called that leads up to the faucet? that's where I found out where my leak is coming from. Sorry but that's the best way I can tell you. do you have a video on how to replace that?

[@ThatFixItGuy]

So those lines are where the water comes from the handles and goes to the spout. They are going to be brand specific. Do you know what brand of faucet you have? If you want to send me a picture I am happy to look at it. [e-mail] Sorry I do not have a video on that yet, but I'm sure there will be one in the future.

[@yolandagomez9255]

@@ThatFixItGuy thank you. I'll get the pictures ready for you. it's coming from [e-mail]

[@gerrymarmee3054]

This was great. I had no idea how that all worked.

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Thank you. Glad I could help!

[@rsdenimblues8342]

going to try the silicone..having no luck with putty.....

[@stevesproul3744]

Great video brother

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Thanks Bro!

[@odettendayi3964]

Thank you so much 💕

[@scottbrenner5184]

Thx fix it guy. Great video. I have one ? for you please I have the exact same sink in my bathroom but when I removed the old tailpipe drain there was some rubber hose and a round disc for the overflow drain attached to the tailpipe which I have never encountered before. Looks like you didn’t have this on your sink. Must I replace this disc type overflow drain or can I plug the overflow hole in the sink basin? Thanks. Hope this makes sense.

[@ThatFixItGuy]

Thank you for the Question. If you like Email me a couple pictures at [e-mail]. I don’t see an issue with plugging the hole. An overflow is not required by code. Just make sure it is watertight.

[@scottbrenner5184]

Thanks I sent you a pic of the sink and the overflow drain tube to your gmail. Thx

[@mikemaid5350]

Can you use plumber's putty for plastic such as pvc, abs, and pex?

[@ThatFixItGuy]

You can but I like silicone in this application

[@SODAHEAD5]

@@ThatFixItGuy Please specify / elaborate in the comments the type of silicone used. Details. Thank you.

[@francestyrrell6135]

If it’s still connected to the elbows when you have to fix it, do you have a video on how to remove it?

[@JohnVeritas]

@1:44 my setup does not remove after twisting? Thank you for the video so far. I don't have the money for a plumber but I may need one after all.

[@ThatFixItGuy]

If you can’t get that removed like at the 1:44 mark the you can cut it off at the bottom. You are putting something new in anyway correct? You got this. If you got that far you can go the rest of the way. Let me know if you want some help. We can video chat

[@JohnVeritas]

@@ThatFixItGuy I don't have a proper tool to cut it. Called a plumber to force it off. $650 later...

[@jpet2126]

I didn't remember to use silicone or putty. So far no leaks. Should I take it all apart to get some on there? Am I asking for trouble later on if I dont?

[@mamat792]

Did I miss identifying those parts? What is the main pipe that had the large nut called? Thx!

[@ThatFixItGuy]

That is called the pop up assembly.