A leaking sink strainer lets water under the sink, and the fix is replacing the strainer. The walkthrough covers the removal and the seal.
The removal
Remove the drain tailpiece and the strainer's locknut from below. hard water and humid conditions are common, and coastal salt air accelerates corrosion on fittings In Winter Springs, the basket wrench or the pliers loosen the nut.
The lift
Lift the old strainer out of the sink opening and clean the rim. hard water and humid conditions are common, and coastal salt air accelerates corrosion on fittings In Winter Springs, the clean rim seats the new strainer.
The putty
Roll a rope of plumber's putty around the new strainer's flange. hard water and humid conditions are common, and coastal salt air accelerates corrosion on fittings In Winter Springs, the putty seals the flange.
The install
Press the strainer into the sink and tighten the locknut from below. hard water and humid conditions are common, and coastal salt air accelerates corrosion on fittings In Winter Springs, the nut holds the strainer.
The trim
Trim the excess putty from around the flange. hard water and humid conditions are common, and coastal salt air accelerates corrosion on fittings In Winter Springs, the trim finishes the seal.
The test
Reconnect the tailpiece and run the water to check for the leak. hard water and humid conditions are common, and coastal salt air accelerates corrosion on fittings In Winter Springs, the leak check is the final step.
The call
Seal the strainer and stop the drip. Call 888-217-3585 and Winter Springs Home Plumbing Co will match you with a Winter Springs pro for the job.
Before you start
For Winter Springs homeowners, first identify whether the symptom is isolated to one fixture or appears across the home. Note when it happens, what fixtures were running, and whether the main shutoff is accessible. Photos and model numbers help a professional make a faster, more accurate recommendation.
A simple decision checklist
Before approving work in Seminole County, ask what caused the problem, which repair options were considered, what access or permit work is included, and how the finished work will be tested. Confirm the scope, materials, cleanup, warranty, and price in writing.
When to stop DIY work
Stop troubleshooting if water is near electricity, sewage is entering the home, a gas appliance is involved, a pipe may be frozen inside a wall, or the repair requires opening a structural surface. Shut off water when safe and call a qualified professional.
Plumbing in Winter Springs: what to know
In Winter Springs, hard water and humid conditions are common, and coastal salt air accelerates corrosion on fittings. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Seminole County — from Casselberry, Longwood and Oviedo to ZIP codes like 32708, 32707, 32765 — 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.
Need a hand in Winter Springs?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and Winter Springs Home Plumbing Co will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in Winter Springs.