Kitchen Plumbing

It's all the water and drain work in your kitchen — the sink, faucet, garbage disposal, dishwasher connection, ice maker line, and the supply and drain pipes under the counter. A licensed plumber can install, repair, or replace any of these, and reroute pipes if you're changing your layout. If it carries water into or out of your kitchen, it falls under this category.

The most common causes are food and grease buildup in the drain or garbage disposal, or a dry P-trap letting sewer gas rise up. Try flushing with hot water and cleaning the disposal first. If the smell keeps coming back, there may be a partial clog or a venting issue a plumber should look at.

Slow kitchen drains are almost always caused by grease, coffee grounds, and food scraps building up in the pipe over time. A plunger or a hand-cranked drain snake can clear many clogs. If it keeps returning or affects more than one fixture, it points to a deeper blockage that a plumber can clear properly.

Often yes — many drips come from a worn washer, O-ring, or cartridge that you can replace with basic tools if you're comfortable turning off the supply valves first. If the faucet is corroded, the shutoffs won't close, or the leak is coming from under the sink, it's safer to have a plumber handle it. A steady drip wastes water and can quietly damage your cabinet.

If the problem is a drip, stiff handle, or low flow, a repair or new cartridge usually fixes it. If the faucet is cracked, badly corroded, or you simply want a different style or a pull-down sprayer, replacement makes more sense. A local plumber can tell you which is the better fit for your sink and existing connections.

If it hums but won't spin, something is jammed — turn it off and never put your hand inside; most units have a reset button underneath and a slot for an included wrench to free the blades. If it's completely silent, it may have tripped a breaker or failed. Persistent leaks or repeated jams usually mean it's time for a plumber to repair or replace it.

Most licensed plumbers can connect a dishwasher's water supply and drain and make sure it's leak-free and up to code. Some installs also need an electrical connection or a new air gap, so it's worth confirming the full scope up front. Check each plumber's profile for appliance and kitchen work, then reach one directly.

Under-sink leaks usually come from loose or worn supply-line connections, a failing P-trap, or a bad seal around the drain basket. Small drips can sometimes be tightened or resealed, but water pooling in the cabinet should be addressed quickly to avoid mold and wood damage. A plumber can pinpoint the source and replace the failed part.

Yes — relocating a sink means rerouting supply and drain lines and often the vent, which should be done by a licensed plumber and to local code. Planning this early in a remodel avoids rework later. Look for plumbers in the directory who list remodeling or kitchen experience.

Keep grease, oil, coffee grounds, and fibrous scraps like celery and potato peels out of the drain — they're the biggest culprits. Run cold water while the disposal is going, and flush the drain with hot water regularly. These habits prevent most of the clogs plumbers get called for.

Use them sparingly, if at all. Harsh chemical cleaners can damage older pipes, harm a garbage disposal, and often only punch a hole through a clog rather than clearing it. For a stubborn or recurring blockage, a plumber using a snake or hydro-jetting clears it more thoroughly and safely.

Low flow at one faucet is often a clogged aerator — the small screen on the spout — which you can unscrew and clean or replace. If cleaning it doesn't help, the cause may be a bad cartridge, a partially closed shutoff valve, or a supply-line issue. A plumber can trace it if the fix isn't obvious.

Usually yes, but it means running new supply lines (and a drain for a second sink), which a licensed plumber should install to code. Placement matters, so it's easiest to plan alongside cabinet or counter work. Compare plumbers who list kitchen or remodeling work to find the right fit.

Turn off the dishwasher and check for an obvious loose hose or a clogged filter first. If water is pooling on the floor or under the cabinet, shut off its supply valve to prevent damage and have it inspected. A plumber can confirm whether it's the connection, the drain line, or the appliance itself.

Start with licensed, insured plumbers near you who list kitchen or appliance experience — installing faucets, disposals, and dishwashers is a bit different from general repairs. Each profile shows service area, specialties, and reviews so you can match the pro to your job. Reach out to a couple and describe exactly what you need done.

There's no strict schedule, but it's smart to glance under the sink every few months for drips or corrosion and to clean the faucet aerator and disposal as needed. Catching a slow leak early prevents cabinet and floor damage. If you spot anything that doesn't resolve, a local plumber can take a closer look.