A quick visual and physical inspection under your sinks can save thousands in water damage repairs. This check only takes 2 minutes per sink.
Inspect supply lines and shutoff valves. Check the faucet connections for moisture.
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Wipe a dry paper towel over the supply valves (where water enters from the wall), the flexible supply lines, the P-trap (the curved drain pipe), and the connections to the dishwasher and garbage disposal if under the kitchen sink.
The P-trap is the U-shaped pipe under the drain. It holds a small amount of water to block sewer gases from rising into your home. It's a common site for clogs and leaks at the connecting slip nuts.
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