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The most useful diagnostic under a leaking sink costs nothing: dry everything with a towel, then watch. If water only appears while the sink is draining, the problem is on the drain side: the basket strainer, the tailpiece, or the P-trap. If it drips with the faucet off and nothing running, it’s a supply line or shutoff valve under constant pressure. Homeowners in Columbus who identify that before calling save diagnostic time and money.

Drain-side leaks are the common ones and the cheap ones. Failed plumber’s putty or a worn gasket at the basket strainer. Loose slip nuts or hardened washers at the tailpiece. A corroded P-trap with pinholes. The parts cost under $25, and a plumber typically finishes in an hour. A P-trap replacement runs $150 to $325 installed, and drain pipe replacement runs $100 to $350.

Broader sink repairs price similarly. Most minor work runs $100 to $500, with the typical repair around $185. A slow or clogged drain is $150 to $275. A leaking faucet is $125 to $350. Plumbers charge $75 to $150 an hour in most markets and bill an hour minimum. Prices in Columbus sit inside these ranges. Once a leak is behind the wall, costs jump; cutting drywall to reach a pipe adds around $400.

One thing not to postpone: a slow drip into the cabinet. Wet particleboard swells, then delaminates, and cabinet replacement costs far more than the plumbing did. If the sink basin itself is cracked, no repair holds; that’s a replacement at $330 to $1,300. Below you’ll find licensed plumbers handling sink repair in Columbus, drain and P-trap replacement, strainer resealing, clogs, and faucet repair. Bring the answer to the drain-versus-supply question when you call.

Sink Repair Services In Columbus

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83.4 /100
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12 reviews analyzed
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  • Project Completion 82%
  • Professionalism 88%
  • Experience 87%
  • Price-friendly 78%

What is the overall customer analysis in August?

Plumbing and Drain Professionals earns strong marks across all four scored dimensions, with professionalism and experience being the most consistently praised attributes across the review set. Multiple reviewers explicitly called out technicians by name and highlighted their pleasant demeanor, clear communication, and prompt arrival — including after-hours emergency response. Experience scores wel... Read more
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Workman Score
83.1 /100
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172 reviews analyzed
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  • Project Completion 80%
  • Professionalism 84%
  • Experience 85%
  • Price-friendly 82%

What is the overall customer analysis in August?

Anchor Plumbing has a strong overall reputation built across a large volume of reviews spanning more than a decade, with consistent praise for professionalism, responsiveness, and technical skill from named technicians including Jeff, Dan, Aaron, Jeremy, and Mike. Pricing is frequently cited as fair, reasonable, or competitive, with multiple reviewers specifically noting that final costs came in a... Read more
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Workman Score
83.1 /100
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143 reviews analyzed
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  • Project Completion 85%
  • Professionalism 87%
  • Experience 84%
  • Price-friendly 76%

What is the overall customer analysis in August?

Amanda Plumbing earns strong marks across all four dimensions, with professionalism being the most consistently praised attribute — technicians are repeatedly described as courteous, punctual, communicative, and respectful of customers' homes. Project completion scores are high, with the vast majority of reviewers confirming jobs were finished correctly and in a timely manner, though two notable n... Read more
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Workman Score
83.1 /100
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49 reviews analyzed
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  • Project Completion 84%
  • Professionalism 86%
  • Experience 85%
  • Price-friendly 68%

What is the overall customer analysis in August?

Cruikshank Plumbing earns strong marks across professionalism and experience, with numerous reviewers specifically praising named technicians (Zach, Avery, Michael, Randy) for being friendly, knowledgeable, punctual, and thorough. Project completion is generally well-regarded, with most jobs described as finished correctly and on time, though one reviewer noted their problem was not resolved and o... Read more
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Workman Score
82.3 /100
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316 reviews analyzed
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  • Project Completion 83%
  • Professionalism 85%
  • Experience 85%
  • Price-friendly 80%

What is the overall customer analysis in August?

Done Right Plumbing demonstrates strong overall performance across all four dimensions. Professionalism is a clear strength, with extensive evidence of punctuality, courteous communication, and respectful behavior. Pricing is competitive and transparent, though some customers report higher costs relative to alternatives. Project completion is consistently reliable with same-day or next-day service... Read more
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Workman Score
82.3 /100
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161 reviews analyzed
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High confidence data
  • Project Completion 80%
  • Professionalism 85%
  • Experience 86%
  • Price-friendly 79%

What is the overall customer analysis in August?

Master Plumbing demonstrates strong professionalism and technical expertise across most reviews, with technicians consistently praised for punctuality, communication, and knowledgeable work. However, the company shows significant inconsistency in project completion and follow-through, with multiple serious complaints about no-shows, abandoned work, poor callbacks, and unresolved issues. Pricing fe... Read more
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Why is my sink leaking underneath?

Timing tells you where. Water appearing only while the sink drains points to the drain side: a failed basket strainer seal, a loose tailpiece connection, or the P-trap. A drip that continues with everything off means a supply line, shutoff valve, or the faucet body, since those stay pressurized. Water pooling near the back wall usually means the drain arm connection. Dry everything and watch before touching anything. Plumbers start with the same test when they arrive.

How much does sink repair cost?

Most minor repairs run $100 to $500, with the typical job around $185. A P-trap replacement is $150 to $325. Replacing sink drain pipes runs $100 to $350. Clearing a clogged drain costs $150 to $275. A leaking faucet is $125 to $350. Plumbers charge $75 to $150 an hour with a one-hour minimum. Prices sit in these ranges. Leaks behind a wall run considerably higher; cutting and patching drywall adds around $400 to the total.

Can I fix a leaking sink drain myself?

Usually yes. All three common failure points basket strainer, tailpiece, P-trap cost under $25 in parts and take under an hour. Use plumber’s putty on the strainer, never silicone; putty stays flexible as the sink flexes, while silicone bonds rigidly and cracks. Hand-tighten slip nuts, then add a quarter turn with pliers. If it still leaks, the washer is the problem, not the tightness. Call a plumber if the pipe is cracked or the cabinet is already wet.

Why is my sink draining slowly?

Buildup in the P-trap, almost always. Grease, food, hair, and soap collect in the U-bend and narrow the opening over time. Bathroom sinks usually just need the pop-up stopper pulled and cleaned — that’s frequently the entire problem. A plunger or a $20 hand auger clears most of the rest. Skip chemical cleaners, which corrode older pipes. If more than one fixture is slow, the blockage is farther down the line, and plumbers should check the branch drain.

Why does my sink smell?

Usually a dry P-trap or buildup in the drain. The trap holds a water seal that blocks sewer gas; in a sink that isn’t used often, that water evaporates, and the smell comes through. Running water for 30 seconds refills it. If the smell persists with regular use, the cause is organic buildup in the tailpiece or a garbage disposal that needs cleaning. Persistent sewer odor across multiple fixtures suggests a venting problem; that’s when a plumber should look.

When should I replace the sink instead of repairing it?

Repair when the leak is at a connection, gasket, or trap; those are inexpensive, and the sink is fine. Replace when the basin itself is cracked or chipped through the glaze, or when rust has spread around the drain opening. A cracked basin can’t be sealed reliably from underneath; water works its way through. Replacement runs $330 to $1,300 installed, or $230 to $650 in labor alone. Plumbers can quote both during the same visit.

Should I hire a plumber or a handyman?

A handyman charges $40 to $80 an hour versus $75 to $150 for a licensed plumber and can handle a slip-joint tightening, washer swap, or simple clog. The tradeoff is that handymen usually aren’t licensed or insured for plumbing, so water damage from a bad connection may fall on you. Hire a licensed plumber when the leak source is unclear, pipes are cracked or corroded, or the leak may be inside a wall. Cabinet damage costs more than either.

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Igal Rubinshtein @igal

Joel and his team went above and beyond to make sure they helped us fix the gas leak. Joel is a man of his word and came through on his promise.

AP
Alex Pritchard @alexpritch

Very expensive. Make sure you establish the price up front. They did some work on gas pipes, which was specialized so the prices weren't so horrible.

JS
Joe S. @joe

They did a good job and came quickly. Installed a bidet in my toilet. Shout out to Casey for the quality work.

DE
D Evonne W. @evonne

Scheduled service for a clogged toilet and never showed. No call, all messages unanswered

JA
Jari @jari22

If its an easy fit sure they maybe great but if its something different then quoted they are going to charge you either way a hefty price.

AU
Ashley Undercuffler @undercuffler

They never called my property manager, or myself, to ask if they could do an additional estimate while at my property. I was shocked. Companies cannot go around doing estimates.

AJ
A Jackson @jacksona

Mike showed up in an hour to shut off a spigot that I could not shut off. Always great friendly service at a reasonable price!!!

IR
Igal Rubinshtein @igal

Joel and his team went above and beyond to make sure they helped us fix the gas leak. Joel is a man of his word and came through on his promise.

AP
Alex Pritchard @alexpritch

Very expensive. Make sure you establish the price up front. They did some work on gas pipes, which was specialized so the prices weren't so horrible.

JS
Joe S. @joe

They did a good job and came quickly. Installed a bidet in my toilet. Shout out to Casey for the quality work.

DE
D Evonne W. @evonne

Scheduled service for a clogged toilet and never showed. No call, all messages unanswered

JA
Jari @jari22

If its an easy fit sure they maybe great but if its something different then quoted they are going to charge you either way a hefty price.

AU
Ashley Undercuffler @undercuffler

They never called my property manager, or myself, to ask if they could do an additional estimate while at my property. I was shocked. Companies cannot go around doing estimates.

AJ
A Jackson @jacksona

Mike showed up in an hour to shut off a spigot that I could not shut off. Always great friendly service at a reasonable price!!!

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