The Old plumber shows how to Install drain pipes on a kitchen sink..

[@IPBullets]

Thank you so much for the time you spend, to make these instructional videos for do-it-yourselfer's and amateur's like me. I really appreciate people like you that have over 3 decades of experience, in a particular trade, sharing their knowledge with people like me, that have absolutely NO experience! Please don't pay any attention to these people that criticize you. They obviously have other issues, that don't include plumbing......Thanks again!

[@carltrummer9103]

Thank you very much for your instructive video. Have a great day.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello carltrummer9103, You're welcome! Hopefully it helps with your project! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@IH1940HAY]

Thanks for the details describing the fitting trap adapter, and how deep the pipe goes into the fittings, as well as the explanation of the dry, measurement and glue fit sequence. This is so important in a glued up system. I have always used the compression fittings, but now I see that this is such a positive leak proof system I’m changing my approach, hey I’m 80 and never too late to change. I have watched several “professional” glue up videos and they don’t explain measuring, dry fit, and the glueing steps, everything is pre cut and they just stick it together. Then there’s the first time amateur that verbalizing everything using the wrong confusing terms, leaving out important details, and rambling about subjects that have nothing to do with the job at hand, as well as introducing their dog, or young child that is distracting them from the job at hand. Thanks again for focusing and going through the process is a logical and detailed manner, I really appreciate it.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello H H, You're welcome! I try and keep it as simple as possible so that anyone can follow. I am not a big fan of compression drain fittings. They are popular, but I know that I will have no problem with any pipes leaking do to expansion and contraction when glued. You have 20 years on me and I try and learn something new every day. Trying to keep the grey matter as fresh as I can. Thanks for the kind words and best of luck with any future projects! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

Hey Tom; Michigan...Great place! I am a Licensed Plumber and have been doing this work for over 3 decades and I may add that I don't have callbacks! Everyone does things a little differently when it comes to installs as you would know. I have no doubt that all your work has been perfect. You can flash up all the paper work you want, but I have fixed many an install that a few Contractors have done. No excuses here, What I do...Works! Period. Enjoy your day! Al

[@capersushi]

Hi. Thanks for this video. I just installed my kitchen drain and faucet, no leaks following your video. I was having a hard time until I saw how you installed the p-trap at the end, was what I needed. Just saved the cost of a plumber. All the best.

[@mommymilestones]

I looked away for a moment while the video was loading and glanced back at your smiling art work. Thanks for the chuckle. Love the cleanout in the p trap. Our tenants are always clogging the drains.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello mommymilestones; Have to through in a little humour from time to time! I always use a p-trap on all my traps except ones in the ceiling for bathtubs or showers! Thanks for commenting and have a great day! Al

[@diulaylomochohai]

this video is great. you are a very good teacher.

[@benalisonbrown]

Thank you for making this video and making my life a little easier! It helped me figure out how to fix my sink tonight in 5 minutes! Thanks from a tired Mother who had a broken sink and a bad headache! Great job! Just what I needed!

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Alison; You are more then welcome! Congrats on making the repair and hopefully your headache will disappear as well! Thanks for commenting and have a great week! Al

[@adrianharrod9165]

Detailed video on installation and cleaning of kitchen pipes by following easy steps.Good job.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Adrian; Thanks very much for the kind words! Means a lot coming from a fellow tradesman! Thanks very much for commenting and have a great week! Al

[@leatherman651]

Thanks for the video. I do a drain hook-up every few years and this is a good reminder lesson for me. You tube is a great place to learn these things thanks to people like you. The hard part for me is getting the correct fittings the first time from the parts house and then getting myself under the sink. Thanks again, your work is very much appreciated.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Leather Man, You are more than welcome! KZbin pretty much covers any topic that we may be interested in and want to learn more about. Hopefully it will remind you of what you need. I can relate to getting down under the sink! Thanks for commenting and good luck with the project! Al

[@seeya205]

Well done video! Explained everything and made it easy to not screw it up.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello seeya205, Hopefully it helps with your project! Thanks for the kind words and enjoy your day! Al

[@seeya205]

@@TheOldkid888 The drain was a ness with multiple slip joints fir each sink. I put a new seal in one and another would leak. I did this 3 times until I gave up. I cut out all the old stuff and did exactly what you did here. I had it done in 30 minutes and 3 days later, still no leaks and it looks nice and neat. Thanks again!

[@Jetset332]

Theoldkidd, I"ve been pulling my hair out trying to figure this out and you made it look very simple. I've replaced the counter tops and kitchen sink, but because this is an older home, the plumbing doesn't go into the back of the wall but rather straight down into the bottom of the cabinet. You've made it look simple and given me a great visual of how to move forward.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Dave; I am glad it helped you out. The only issue that you may have is an s-trap which is not up to code, but will work. An automatic air vent should be placed on the system to allow air to enter and drain better. There are thousands of homes where the drain goes through the bottom of the cabinet and this is the case. It will still drain for you, but you may get a gurgling sound as it does. The air also helps the water flow better and scour the inside of the pipe. Thanks for commenting and I hope you get along well with the project! Al

[@torobravo8023]

Excelent video, thanks for sharing

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Hector Gonzalez, You're welcome! Hopefully it helped with your project! Thanks for the kind words and have a great day! Al

[@taradeans1]

Thank you for sharing. Our dishwasher was not draining due to a clogged pipe and we also had a cracked pipe. Yesterday, I replaced all the pipes under my kitchen sink including the dishwasher wye connector. I tested everything this morning and it is running perfectly with no leaks!! My husband did not want me to do it and insisted we call a plumber, but he didn't know the power of KZbin like I did. So, thanks to your video I was able to fix our plumbing problem for $40 (Canadian!!) worth of parts. :)

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello taradeans1, You are more than welcome! Congrats on a project well done! Nice quote! The power of youtube! Thanks for commenting nd enjoy your week! Al

[@canadianbeech]

taradeans1 hey! where did you put the dishwasher y connector?

[@clrd4tkf]

Great video & explanation. Just finished putting in a new kitchen double sink for my daughter. The configuration was exactly the same as the one in your video. Information you presented was perfect. Also watched your video on sink strainers. Ditched the strainer foam gasket that came with the sink and used plumbers putty as recommended by you. Turned on the water after completion of the plumbing and no leaks! Thanks again.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello clrd4tkf; You are more then welcome and thanks very much for the kind words! I am glad the job went well for you! I stay away from the foam gasket as I have seen a few problems occur over the years and you only want to make an installation once and walk away with no worries. Putty has been used for decades and works exceptionally well! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@beckyemerson]

Thank you so much! I could not figure out why my kitchen sink plumbing was leaking everywhere. I watched your video and realized I have a bow adapted instead of a trap adapter.

[@jasonmartin8467]

I really enjoy and find your videos helpful !

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Jason, Great to hear! I hope they help with any future projects you may have in the future! If you ever have any questions feel free to fire away! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@jasonmartin8467]

@@TheOldkid888 Thank you Al!!!

[@totaljer]

May videos as helpful as this last forever. This was a timesaver/lifesaver. Thanks for the vid!

[@nyinfamous2k2]

Awesome tutorial, was very hesitant when my wife wanted a double sink instead of a single sink in the kitchen but now I see how easy it can be, you will made me look like a hero when I give her to go ahead for the double. thanks TOK

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello nyinfamous2k2; Thanks very much for the kind words! You will do just fine! Take your time and everything should go well for you! Thanks for commenting and best of luck on the project! Al

[@Dedwood13]

Very clear and informative video instruction. I thank you very much. best wishes, dedwood

[@charronfamilyconnect]

I appreciate all your help. I discovered that my problem was that the drain trap pipe was clogged. I bought one of those Augers, and fished out all the gunk. Now my water from the left side pipe goes down without a problem. I bought all the pieces to repipe the right side of the sink such as the p trap, T Y pipe, 90 digree pipe and some cuts of abs pipe along with glue. I think I can take over from here. Thanks so kindly for your advice!

[@kamenyero]

Thanks for this amazing tutorial. I was finally able to mount the Kraus deep sink.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Jean-Claude; Thanks very much for the kind words and you are more then welcome! Thanks for commenting and congrats on the installation! Al

[@Chuckles17]

Great video. I'm replacing a sink for someone tomorrow, and this will be very helpful. Thanks!

[@BRICEN18]

Thanks AL Enjoy you're Weekend as well. Too bad i have to go to work tonight lol.

[@markm2265]

That is a great video. Explained Everything to a T. Thank you Sir.

[@TheOldkid888]

+Mark M You are more than welcome! I hope you get along with any future projects! Any other questions drop me a line. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your day! Al

[@TheEffoff]

Taking that tail piece off and then screwing it back in is brilliant.

[@HomeownerRepair]

Cool video. I have an old house that I've had to do this on a few times. Gutta love plumbing....lol

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello HomeOwnerRepair; Thanks for the kind words! Gotta love plumbing plumbing is right! Thanks for commenting and have a great day! Al

[@dasawdustgirl2943]

Awesome! Thanks for explaining everthing so well.

[@TheOldkid888]

+Diletha Kemp You are more than welcome! I hope this helps with any future projects! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@zross8471]

Excellent tutorial!😃👍

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Z Ross, Thanks! Hopefully it will help with your future projects! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@keninpeoria]

hi, thanks for taking the time to respond,bad pressure outside as well and galvanized pipes, ken

[@ralphcraig5816]

Thanks so much, will help me do it right the first time. I know you know what's what when it ain't right the first time...

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Ralph, You're welcome! I hope everything goes well for you! Thanks for commenting and enjoy our week! Al

[@chinket05]

thank you for your video.. i just installed my single kitchen sink.. but there has been leaks.. but i didn't use any of the glue you mentioned.. i will go try that..!

[@georgeanthony178]

Hi there, it is good practice to keep the distance between the sink outlet and trap as short as possible. Also cut tail pieces short to allow for more storage in cabinet. Thanks for the video.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hey Wayne; Thanks for the laugh. I needed it. Never fails when you are trying to show how to do something that there has to be someone come along and fire a shot at you. It happens once in a blue moon, but at the same time I can't wait for his videos. Should be great for sure! Thanks for the laugh Wayne! Much appreciated and good timing as well! Al

[@howardblasingame6082]

Wonderful video. Thanks a bunch.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Howard, Thanks! Hopefully it will help any projects you may have in the future. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@tonyclo9110]

Great presentation. Thanks.

[@TheOldkid888]

+Tony Clo You are more than welcome! I hope it helps with any future projects! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@TURNKEYiNK]

Good video. Thought I'd mention that perhaps using a P-trap that screws on might be a good idea, especially if you need to replace a Slip Joint Nut (and washer) on the Tail-piece. Also. Probably not too obvious, but it's probably a good idea to have a slope along the horizontal pipe (to the P-trap), by adjusting the Trap-adapters so that one end is slightly higher than the other. Thanks for posting.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello TURnKEYiNK, You're welcome! Definitely need a little grade. 1/4 inch per foot on anything below 3". I was taught to use all glued and it is very hard to break old habits especially after forty years. LOL I appreciate your comments. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@stanhankins3175]

This is high quality! Very good!

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello stan, Thanks! I hope it helps with any future projects! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello B Charron; By your video I see you have a brass tailpiece that has to be changed. That is definitely a problem and where the water is coming from. That is the first thing to change. The plug in the back is there as a clean out I presume. You can unscrew that with a wrench as it should not be glued, but threaded in place. You can install an AAV and it will help to put air in your system. It also looks like the abs has dropped off of the brass tailpiece as well. Part 1 See below for 2.

[@johnmcdonald5998]

Well taught, thanks so much!

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello John, You're welcome! Hopefully it will help in fufture projects! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

Hey Hunter: Not to concerned about it, but it was kind of funny at the time. Always a critic in the crowd. I guess that is what makes the world go round. I always place grade on my pipe, but did not mention it in this video. It is there now and I am sure he is happier! Takes all kinds. Enjoy your weekend Hunter and we will be talking the first of the week! Al

[@AnastasiosPotamitis]

Very nice demo! I noticed that the trap size is the same with the sink's tail piece,here in nyc the code calls next size up (1 1/4" tail piece to 1 1/2" trap and so on) never the same size.Thanks.

[@Jeralddoerr]

Great help!!!! Thanks!!!

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Jerald, You're welcome! Hopefully the project goes well for you! Thanks for commenting and have a great week! Al

[@pbr2424]

at 6:50 you propose to glue the nipple piece into the wall. Plumbing codes call for a trap adaptor to be used where you want to glue into the wall. The reason being you may what to take the drain apart to clean it or service it. You have it all glued tight and you would have to cut the drain out to snake the drain. Not having a trap adaptor is against code. Thanks

[@murphmurph2124]

lol jim, how about a led pot okum and ladle lol. good job plumber im glad to see s vid of it done the right wsy

[@TheOldkid888]

+murph murph Thanks! Never used a wooden folding rule, but my father had one that I have as a keepsake. I huddled around an old lead pot many a time. In the ditches with the lead and oakum. Must say that I don,t really miss those days. I should have fired back with lead to Bibby to MJ. Doesn't really matter in the big scheme of things. Appreciate the kind words! Have a great week! Al

[@realterm123]

Thanks for sharing. Great video.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello there; Glad I could help and best of luck with your repair! Thanks for commenting! Al

[@eastvanscribe]

Hi Al Thanks for responding. Your drain pipe system looks similar to mine. To answer your question, everything is black except the tail pieces which are grey. The joint between the trap adaptor and the p-drain is what gives way. I'll try re-glueing, as you suggest. I guess I have to take the whole p-drain off to reglue that joint. Also, is it ABS cement that I use? Thanks again. Your video is perfect.

[@TheOldkid888]

+Helen Heffernan You are more than welcome! What is taking place with your situation is the glue you are using is probably for ABS pipe only which is black in color. In order to resolve the problem you either have to get a glue that is for both ABS and PVC. It can't be for just one. You can purchase this glue although it may be a little difficult to find. It is white in color. Or.... Buying new trap adaptors that are ABS. This way you will only need ABS cement and you will find that at every hardware store. That glue is generally yellow in color. This is probably the best way to correct the problem and you will have no further issues with it. If you can remove the p-trap as well you should get along fine. Take your time and plan it out. GL. Thanks for the kind words and let me know how you get along! Al

[@PBS-nm1uu]

nice, simple and to the point

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello PBS #007, Thanks! Hope it helps with any future projects! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al

[@jpperry2117]

Thank you for this video! Would it be better to use a union p-trap so the whole assembly can be easily removed for cleaning?

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello JP, You're welcome! I only use glued traps myself. You can install a wye and a cleanout before the pipe goes into the wall. I am not a real fan of them, but people do use them. I look at them as another point where a leak can occur. Just my opinion. I am sure others would disagree. Everyone is entitled to their opinion. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

@bookem1313 Hey book; You do glue both adaptors. One to the 90 and the other to the TY. All fittings must be glued for sure. I once saw a job where the homeowner did not glue them and they stayed together for a considerable long time before he had any leaks. Usually hot water will cause the fittings and pipe to expand and slowly pull apart if they are not glued. Thanks for commenting and best of luck with your project!!! Al

[@turbobuick86]

Enjoying your plumbing videos! I'm curious about lack of union or the ability to remove the p-trap. Does the p-trap cleanout plug remove the need for any disassembly?

[@geojor]

I cut the brass tailpiece using a miter box, just a thought...Question: does the trap have to be level?...thanks...enjoy your teaching knowledge...

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Monkeywrench864; I don't use 2 part wastes. I have never had a kitchen sink have only one side plugged and if I did run into that problem a plunger would take care of it easily. If you lose something down the drain such as a ring; it is just a matter of removing the clean out on the bottom of the trap and it will be there. I have been at this business for over 3 decades and have very few complaints. Thanks for your comments and enjoy the weekend! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

hello Aqua; I apologize for my tardiness in getting back to you. I found your comment when I was responding to one this morning. Not sure if you got the repair done or not, but you can use fernco coupling to attach to the drain heading for the sinnk and replace the entire set up under there. They come in many different sizes and are made to attach from metal pipe to plastic. I have used them often and I have a few videos made on them. I apologize again and thank you for commenting! Al

[@BRICEN18]

Great VID Thanks! When taking a measurement between fittings is there a common depth to add for each of the recess's or the depth of the mouth of the said fitting? i always seem to add to much or too little. What i am wondering is that a fitting has a 1/2 inch recess would you just add an 1/2 for each fitting Hope this is clear

[@Benfranklintampabayplumbing]

LOL, love the smiley face!

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Ben Franklin; Gotta throw in the smiley face from time to time. Keeps things on track! LOL! Thanks for commenting and have a great day! Al

[@caracticuspots]

Thanks for the help !

[@vegasheat71]

Looks like Canadian plumbing fittings. Would you please state so. Just doesn't look like items at the local lowes here in Las Vegas. 🤔😎

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello vegasheat71, The video is made in Canada, but these ABS fittings can be found in Las Vegas according to Lowe's website. The N.W. Lowe's store carries them all. Here's the website. Just put in ABS fittings and you will see a list of them. www.lowes.com/pd/NIBCO-1-1-2-in-dia-ABS-Trap-Adapter-Fitting/3436942 Plumbing fittings used in Canada are identical to the U.S. Thanks for commenting and best of luck with the project! Al

[@nicholas8479]

I appreciate your videos. This is the first video I've seen which discusses how to align plastic pipe. I have to install a lot of short runs of CPVC pipe between two fixed points...between a supply header and a number of nearby drop elbows. I'm really concerned about alignment, since my pipe runs are short, they will be very rigid and any offsets (mistakes like pipes too long or elbows not plumb/level) will make the last piece impossible to fit. Are there any techniques for fitting short runs of rigid plastic pipe between two fixed points? Thank you. For example, at 6:45 in your video, when you are gluing the trap arm into the wall, it seems like if the pipe was a little long, or if the elbow wasn't perfectly plumb, the p-trap (the last piece), would not fit. I don't trust my ability to eyeball plumbness, so I've been using a torpedo level on fittings while I glue them, but it's cumbersome and I don't see anyone else doing it. Thank you again for any advice.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Nicholas, Dry fitting the joints before hand and aligning them properly is generally what I do whenever I am making connections that have to be exact. With Abs you can get away with pencil marks to align the connections. With PVC and CPVC you can do the same only making sure the cleaner doesn't remove any marks that you make. I have done this on numerous occasions and it works great. I slide the pipe into the fitting and make a pencil on both the fitting and the pipe. If you are concerned that the pencil mark disappearing you can make a marks using a knife. This will not affect the fitting of the pipe. I have done this on occasion as well. Hope this helps! Thanks for commenting and good luck with the project! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello; I get a laugh out of these comments. You are correct in saying that it needs grade. Thanks for pointing it out. If you have ever done any work under a sink and I would say you have; you probably noticed hundreds that actually grade the wrong way. I have and I generally fix them, but ironically they still drain. I was looking for your video and had trouble finding them on this install. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al

[@DuaneTheLesser]

clearly explained, thanks oldkid888

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello D Neufeld; You are more then welcome! Thanks very much for the kind words! Much appreciated! Thanks for commenting and best of luck with any future projects! Al

[@charronfamilyconnect]

The nut is basically broken off where the threads are. I would say about half way down the threads. So I am guessing there isa bout 1 inch of plastic pipe cemented down into the T Y pipe. If I have to replace the whole fitting trap adapter, T Y pipe, J Pipe, and am now wondering how do I un-cement the pipes? Do I take a hair dryer to the pipes to melt the cement. Sorry for the dumb question but I have never seen anyone on Y tube take apart the pipes for replacement. Thanks!

[@amcanmikejoncas8005]

Good info

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello amcanmike Joncas, Hopefully it helps with any future projects! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your day! Al

[@MrYngwie69]

Looks nice. i use the continious waste pre made ones. They are cheap, but also cheap to install. I run hot water for a bit and hand tighten all the fittings again. Although this way is nice to if roughed in right. If not and the drain is to far away, a weight issue can be of a concern

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello MrYngwie69; Thanks very much for the kind words! The pre made are also very popular. I am not a fan of them, but they have been around for many years. Thanks for passing on the tip on the nuts as they do have a chance of sliding off no matter what piping you do on the system. A little teflon around the tail piece usually prevents that from happening as well. Thanks for commenting and have a great week! Al

[@WayneBurgess1]

Well Al may I recommend the guy go get his eyes checked because I can see the fall on your pipework is fine all the way over in Oldham in the U.K LOL :)

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello B Charron; You are talking about the nut on top of the adapter or is there a plastic tapered washer on your adapter? You should be able to replace the tapered nut or the plastic washer. After you have loosened your adapter nut,unscrew the tail piece nut off of the basket strainer and push the line down enough to slide the tail piece from the adapter. Hopefully it will move enough for you to take the tail piece out and install the new nut or washer. Tks for commenting and best of luck! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Monkeywrench864; Great comment! No harm in installing one if you wish. There would be no need for a cleanout as far as I am concerned as most kitchen sinks can be unplugged with a plunger. I would also install a cleanout if I was going into a slab, but almost all buildings in this area have basements and the cleanout is at the base of the stack as per code. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al

[@vickyleung0519]

TheOldkid888 it’s a great video. But i just wonder why you use glue instead of the the nut? As this is the situation in my home now, everything was glued so i can’t open it up to drain any clogging. Any suggestions for me? Also what’s the difference between using glue and nut between the connection? Thanks so much

[@TheOldkid888]

@lennonpolo Hello Len Thanks very much and I am glad you subscribed! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello MrPlumbercincinnati; You are more then welcome! Glad I could help! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@famasmaster2000]

Let's just say you saved me arse......and I just subbed ya!! Great vids !!!!

[@4071DFCT]

Great videos - I am plumbing a double sink in an island..how do I plumb in the AAV valve ?

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello 4071DFCT; Thanks for the kind words! I would imagine your pipe is coming through the floor right now. I try and offset the drain line into the corner with 2 45's and then I install a TY or a drain Tee as some people call it and I face it towards one of the drains on the sink and pipe it as in the video that you watched. I place teflon tape on the threads of the AAV and screw it into a female adaptor. I crank them together hand tight. I hold the AAV to the bottom side of the of the countertop and take a measurement from the TY to the female adaptor. What ever the measurement is; I subtract an inch and then glue everything together. They recommend installing them as high as possible to the flood level rim of the fixture. I hope this helps you with your project! Thanks for commenting and best of luck with the project! Al

[@charronfamilyconnect]

Besides an obvious repair & replace of my fitting adapter with a coupling of some sort, I want to unscrew the cap on top of my In-Line Vent that was installed in my kitchen sink, as i think its not getting enough air intake as I fished through the pipes with a cable and can't see any blockages in the pipes There appears to be a square nut on the top inline vent cap Can I unscrew thiswh a wrench or is there a chance it is cemented down risking a breakage? Thanks!

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Anastasios Potamitis; Thanks very much! It is funny how different areas have different code regulations. After doing a fair amount of work over the years; the code has changed several times and I am sure it will swing back to some of the previous ways and they worked well for many decades. You are more then welcome! Thanks for commenting and enjoy the rest of the weekend! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello perkinsfan; Thanks very much for the kind words! I don't pay much attention to people such as Tom because everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Big titles don't mean much when it comes to getting the job done! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello turbo; I never have used a p-trap with unions. I know it may sound hard to believe, but I look at it as 2 more places where there could be a leak. The cleanout plug in the bottom of the trap can be used if neccessary to unplug the sink, but it is my last resort. I try and stick to the plunger where ever possible. Most times the plunger will resolve my problem. The auger will go into where the plug is easily if not. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

@mustanggtm18 Hello; That is a good call on your part. Pipe 3 inch and under should grade a quarter of an inch per foot. Thanks for your comments and keep up the studies!!! Al

[@charronfamilyconnect]

Yes, the nut is completely stripped from the top of the adapter which I believe was cemented about an inch inside the T Y pipe. I am even wondering now how I can get the chewed up piece out of the pipe?

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello ItalianPasta69 ; Thanks very much for the kind words and enjoy your week! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

Hey Ken; I would say your house is an older style and having galvanized waterlines in a sure sign of that. If all the waterlines are galvanized or even a part of them are,then the only way to correct this problem is to replace them.I recommend pex,but it is up to yourself.I can almost guarantee that is your problem. Minerals in the water build up on the walls of the pipe and fittings and restrict the flow.I have seen this many times with galvanized. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your day! Al

[@e1casper]

live in illnois and our code requires a double y in 2 in with independant traps with a cleanout in the middle so remember to check local codes everywhere is differant

[@mrartwatcher]

nice technique :here we use a union after the trap in case it needs to be disassembled to romove chopsticks etc.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello mrartwatcher; Thanks for the kind words1 I use them occasionally, but have had a few instances where they leaked do the expansion and contraction; so I go glue where ever possible and always use a p-trap with a clean out. Thanks for commenting and have a great day! Al

[@mrartwatcher]

with mass production these days its important to check matting surfaces before buying .

[@woclaz]

TheOldkid888 depends on where you live, those traps with the cleanout plug on bottom are not aloud to be used in ontario, i have never had a problem with the union traps, but it is code for bath traps(trap with out the union) to have a cleanout before the trap, in this case a 1 1/2 clean out before the trap so you have a place to put the snake if need be, but lets say they had a dishwasher, the dishwasher fitting would have to go before the trap as well, and the clean out, then it gets tight under there, so its better off just to use a union trap, code is different everywhere. thats why its not good to watch youtube for plumbing or electrical lol great video tho, very informative!

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello woclaz; Thanks for sharing the information! It does depend on where you live there is no doubt about that. Thanks for commenting and have a great week! Al

[@woclaz]

you too! and plumb on!

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello pbr2424; This is the first I have heard of this! That is an interesting point! In Canada it is not required yet! I do like the reason for it though. I could actually get a snake in the clean out if necessary! I have done that before! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your day! Al

[@kooter00]

Thanks for the video.....well done! The question I have is this - Does the pipe coming from the left bowl going to the right bowl w/P-trap have to be at an angle for the water to travel down?

[@TheOldkid888]

+Mike Weston The pipe should have a slight grade on it. Roughly 1/4" over that distance, but I am quite sure the water will drain if it was only slight. 3 inch and under pipe has a grade of 1/4 inch per foot. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@kooter00]

+TheOldkid888 - Thank you for the reply, sorry for the delayed response. For Kitchen sinks do you recommend 1 1/2" or 2" ABS?

[@TheOldkid888]

Mike Weston I always use 1 1/2" on kitchen sinks. That is the size that has been figured for that fixture. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al

[@kellerrobert80]

In the US, it's getting hard to find 1-1/4" drains. Seems the whole country is going to 1-1/2". except for vertical strainer tailpieces.

[@louietheplumber3609]

No

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Dj; I apologize for the late response. That can be a bit of a challenge, but it is possible to do. You can use a fernco coupling which has 2 clamps on it. One you attach to the piece coming out of the wall if you cannot get a coupling to glue onto it and the end attaches to the new piping that you are going to install. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello famasmaster2000; Glad I could be of some assistance! Thanks for commenting and the sub! Have a great day! Al

[@charronfamilyconnect]

My fitting trap adapter's seal broke. Can I just replace the trap adapter or do I need to replace the whole T Y (or however you call it) along with the fitting trap adapter? Thanks!

[@rickmahoney3rd410]

The center pipe that connects the 90 and T, is that at a slight angle? Going to attempt fixing the plumbing under my kitchen sink (double sink). I’ve been told that the center pip needs to be at a slight angle for better drainage. Thank you!

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Rick, You're welcome! The pipe between the tee and 90 should be graded about 1/4 of an inch. A slight grade is correct. I have sen them grading the other way and work for years, but it should flow in the direction of the tee. Thanks for commenting and best of luck with the repair! Al

[@teddyboy252]

What glue can I use to stop pipe leaks thanks

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Teddy boy, It depends on what type of pipe you are talking about. If you have joints that are made from both ABS and PVC you would need to remove the joint and install a new connection. If you have a tiny drip on an abs joint it is possible to apply a small amount of glue and let that dry and reapply a number of times, but really it is best to remove the joint and replace with a new one. Something to keep in mind is plastic expands and over time it is possible for that a joint if not properly made to crack and slide apart. Getting the proper amount of cleaner and glue on all plastics is crucial for no leaks in the future on PVC. I don't use cleaner when I make ABS connections, but the same thing applies to the glue with this type of pipe. Hope this helps! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@johnklutts3587]

Quick question, is the pipe from the 90 supposed to protrude into the other pipe, as we are having issues with our sink and what I thought was a clog is actually the pipe extending into the other pipe a little over half way in

[@TheOldkid888]

Douglas Klutts Are you talking about the tail piece coming into the top of the trap adaptor or the pipe coming from the elbow going to the TY? If it ABS pipe and fittings; the pipe will only go into the fittings 3/4 of an inch and no further. Have you tried plunging the sink yet? If you do this you must plug off the other side of the sink if it is a double kitchen sink. Use the plunger on one side and make certain you plug the other with the strainer and hold it down tightly. Thanks for commenting and get back to me when you get a chance! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello arhuoseh; This is done to Canadian code and a cleanout is installed at the base of every stack. A cleanout can be installed, but is not mandatory unless you are going into a concrete slab. If you need to clean your vent lines then you are in big trouble. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your day! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Joseph; Thanks very much for the comments. I guess everyone is entitled to their opinion. I know from hundreds of past experiences that this works well! I really appreciate your comments! Have a great day! Al

[@crackerman63]

TheOldkid888 where do you purchase your pvc pipe?

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello andrey; I have been doing this work for quite a while and am intrigued by this comment. As far as the trap on backwards goes...have no idea where that came from. ABS is used on all residential buildings in this area unless it is a duplex or quad and then pvc is the code. I have used PVC many times and there is no difference in the installation except that a primer is needed with the glue where ABS can be joined with glue alone. Thanks for the comments and enjoy your day! Al

[@atlast95]

Hi, informative video, I did the same plumbing on a double kitchen sink, but the pipe after the 2nd sink goes straight then a p-trap. Im getting drain odour, is this because the pipe should go down after the 2nd sink drain? Thanks

[@simonhenhoeffer8934]

Yes it should dump vertically into the trap

[@dianakellmann4613]

Very helpful thx

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Diana; You are more then welcome! I hope your project goes well for you! Thanks for commenting and have a great day! Al

[@neilwilliams8608]

Is there a video that shows how to use regular PVC pipe? Awesome video. Thanks a lot.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Neil, I haven't made one yet, but if you are using PVC, you must use cleaner first and glue right after. Very important! ABS doesn't need the cleaner, but PVC does. You may see one in the not too distant future. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@neilwilliams8608]

Thank you for your reply. I know how to use the cleaner and glue. I just want to know how to use regular PVC pipe. Thanks again. You and yours have a nice week.

[@TheOldkid888]

Hello Neil, As far as comparing PVC to ABS; the installation is identical. The pipe cuts the same way. Like I had mentioned before; only difference is the cleaner has to be used with PVC before the cement is applied. Thanks for commenting and I hope the project goes well for you! Al

[@TheOldkid888]

Hey Mr; Thanks very much for the kind words. I hope this helps a little with the installation. I know it is not a bathroom sink, but the p-trap install is the same. More videos to follow shortly. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al

[@AquaCarb]

I have metal pipes but I don't think there is a trap adapter. They just put the Trap right on to the tail and that is where I have a leak. Before there was a pipe putty but it has disintegrated and now the pipe is leaking again at the connection. So I am trying to figure out two to fix it correctly.

[@Monkeywrench864]

Just thinking, but this is just me, I like to make a "Y" connection coming out so I have a clean-out, and I can run slow water at the same time in the event of a clog. 30 years...yes its a long time, but, your never to old to learn. hehehe