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WATER LEAKS UNDER THE SINK WHEN DISHWASHER IS IN

WATER LEAKS SEVERLY UNDER THE SINK WHEN DISHWASHER IS IN DRAIN CYCLE

  • Amanda Drew
    Amanda Drew Oct 17, 2017

    I'm sorry to hear that when your dishwasher drains, water leaks from under your sink. I have a similar problem. Whenever the shower goes on in one of my bathrooms, the pipes under that sink will leak, and vice versa. We should probably both find a plumbing service company who can come and fix our problems.https://rapidfirstplumbing.com

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Check the connection to the drain tailpiece from the dishwasher under the sink and make sure the clamp hasn't slipped off and is tight. Check the drain hose from the dishwasher and be sure it's not split or damaged. Check the drain spur on the drain tailpiece and see if it's corroded or leaking. Check the trap under the sink as well and make sure it's not leaking.

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