Swapping a kitchen sink is a satisfying weekend project with a clear set of steps. The walkthrough keeps the water and the drains in the right place.
The prep
Turn off the water, disconnect the supply lines, and clear the cabinet below. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and freezing winters stress exposed lines In West Jordan, the shutoffs under the sink are the first stop.
The disconnect
Remove the drain tailpiece and the faucet connections from the old sink. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and freezing winters stress exposed lines In West Jordan, the slip nuts on the drain come off by hand.
The removal
Cut the caulk around the old sink and lift it out of the counter. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and freezing winters stress exposed lines In West Jordan, a utility knife scores the seal.
The fit
Drop the new sink into the opening and check the fit before sealing. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and freezing winters stress exposed lines In West Jordan, the fit test happens before the caulk.
The connect
Reconnect the supply lines and the drain, tightening the slip nuts. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and freezing winters stress exposed lines In West Jordan, the P-trap connects with hand-tight nuts.
The test
Turn the water on and check every connection for leaks. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and freezing winters stress exposed lines In West Jordan, the leak check is the final step.
The call
Swap the sink without the mess. Call 888-217-3585 and West Jordan Plumbing Pros will match you with a West Jordan pro for the job.
Plumbing in West Jordan: what to know
In West Jordan, hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and freezing winters stress exposed lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Salt Lake County — from South Jordan, Kearns Metro Township and Taylorsville to ZIP codes like 84081, 84088, 84084 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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