Your kitchen sink may be among the least glamorous spots in your home, but without question, it's one of the most essential. Even if you don't do a lot of cooking, it's there to fill your coffeepot in ...

The P-trap is the U-shaped part of the drain, and it's a common place for sediment or gunk buildup. Most P-traps can be removed by hand, so all you need to do this is a bowl and an old toothbrush.

Dear James: I have a very tiny leak in one of the drain pipes directly under the sink. Is there a simple DIY fix for this so I can avoid having to call in a plumber to replace the pipe? — Miriam F.

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Q: I have a leak where the drain line connects to the bottom of the kitchen sink. What can I do? A: What you don’t want to do is run water down that side of the sink. You probably have a leaky sink ...

Here are some gadgets worth having around the house to detect issues or prevent minor problems from causing major damage. How ...

If you're like most homeowners and have resigned yourself to a poorly working stopper in your bathroom sink, you'll be amazed to see how easy it is to fix. Once you understand the basic system, you'll ...

Dear James: I noticed a damp spot from an extremely slow leak under my kitchen sink. I cannot afford to call a plumber right now. Is there some method to temporarily repair it? -- David J.