Have you ever laid down for a nice rest only to be kept awake by the ever present drip, drip, drip of a leaking sink? The worst part about it is that during the every day hustle and bustle you may not notice that the leak is even there. It can be overlooked until it is quiet and everyone lays down the night. The problem is that this is the time that you want to sleep and not be kept awake by the noise. This is a plumbing issue but who knows how it happens and why. There are also other leaks that might be slowly causing trouble in your home and you may not even know about it. A leak under a sink is another problem that most times is slow and unnoticeable especially if you have a sink that has a lot of items stored under it. If you have any trouble with your plumbing even if it seems to be small it is always best to hire a professional that can come out and take care of the problem the right way and before it gets worse.
Orsack Plumbing Company lists the reasons that your faucet and sink may be dripping or leaking.
Why is the sink dripping: The sink is part of the plumbing in your home or office. The sink is attached to pipes that run to and from the house and either are a water line that comes in or a line that takes the used water out to the sewer. These lines are continuous and have water in them at all times. They are not normally the cause of a dripping faucet or sink. The faucet is an addition plumbing fixture that is installed as part of the sink. It allows you to turn on the water to the pressure and temperature that you desire. This fixture has valves, rubber gaskets and screens that help it to function correctly. Usually when the sink is dripping, the valve that shuts it off is broken or damaged and is allowing the water to continue to come through the faucet. These gaskets or valves can be replaced or a new faucet can be installed.
Why is My Sink Leaking Under the Cabinet: This is another standard leak that is found in many homes. The leak is most likely from a pipe that has become corroded and the seal has been broken. Even a very small opening in the line can let enough water out that can damage the cabinet. This needs to be repaired by a professional plumber because the water to that area has to be shut off to make the repairs.
