How To Change Kitchen Sink Drain

If your kitchen sink is draining slowly or not at all, it may be time to change the drain. This is a relatively easy plumbing repair that can be done in a few hours. Here are the steps on how to change a kitchen sink drain:

### Step 1: Gather Your Materials

Before you start, gather all of the materials you will need for the repair. These include:

A new kitchen sink drain
A wrench
A pair of pliers
A bucket
A flashlight

### Step 2: Turn Off the Water Supply

The first step is to turn off the water supply to the sink. This is typically done by turning off the valves under the sink. If you do not know where the valves are located, consult your owner's manual or contact a plumber.

### Step 3: Remove the Old Drain

Once the water supply is turned off, you can remove the old drain. To do this, use a wrench to loosen the nuts that hold the drain in place. Once the nuts are loose, you can pull the drain out of the sink.

### Step 4: Clean the Drain Hole

Once the old drain is removed, you will need to clean the drain hole. Use a rag or sponge to wipe away any debris or gunk that has accumulated in the hole.

### Step 5: Install the New Drain

Now you can install the new drain. To do this, place the drain in the drain hole and tighten the nuts using a wrench. Make sure that the drain is tight enough to prevent leaks, but do not overtighten it.

### Step 6: Turn On the Water Supply

Once the new drain is installed, you can turn on the water supply and check for leaks. If there are any leaks, tighten the nuts until the leaks stop.

### Step 7: Finish Up

Once the drain is installed and there are no leaks, you can finish up by replacing the sink strainer and turning on the water to make sure everything is working properly.