How Much Does It Cost to Install or Replace a Sink Drain?
By Team HomeServe
August 12, 2023
Sink drains get a lot of use and abuse. Kitchen sinks have to cope with grimy water, harsh detergents and the strain of being scrubbed and scratched by utensils. Bathroom drains also get exposed to all manner of cleaning agents, plus they catch hair, debris and sometimes glitter or other potential clogging hazards from cosmetics.
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The cost to replace a sink drain is an unwelcome expense, but it may be necessary if you have plumbing issues that a simple unclogging won’t fix.
How Much Does It Cost to Install or Replace a Bathroom Sink Drain?
According to data from HomeGuide, the average cost to replace a drain is between $100 and $350 (CAD 136 and CAD 475) for a reasonably simple pipe replacement job. There are several things that can increase the cost, however. For example, pipes that run under or behind a shower may be much more expensive to replace if the work requires rerouting the pipe or temporarily removing or unhooking existing fixtures.
In some cases, accessing a pipe may require damaging a shower enclosure or bathtub, which makes the job more expensive. If the bathtub or shower needs to be replaced because of this work, Architectural Digest says the cost of the job could be as much as $10,000 (CAD 13,567).
Kitchen Sink Drain Installation Costs
Kitchen sink drain installation fees are usually in line with the $100 to $350 (CAD 136 to CAD 475) listed above. This assumes there's no sink drain at the moment, or the drain needs to be moved to a new location. A simple like-for-like replacement is much easier and would cost far less.
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How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Sink Drainpipe?
According to HomeGuide, the cost of repairing or replacing a sink drainpipe can be as low as $100 (CAD 136). This job is usually far simpler than installing sink drains in a bathroom because the pipes are usually readily accessible and the job doesn't take long.
The cost of materials for this kind of job is low. Replacing a sink drainpipe usually takes less than one hour, so homeowners will usually either pay a fixed charge or the minimum fee charged by the plumber or contractor.
How Can I Make My Sink Drain Last Longer?
If you can keep your sink drain clean and obstruction-free, you'll be able to avoid replacing it for much longer. Avoid chemical drain cleaners where possible because these can damage your pipes. Consider using a strainer over your plug to keep the drain from getting clogged and to avoid mishaps such as valuable items getting washed down the drain.
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