New sink with new countertops
Cary kitchen remodels often mean pulling the old sink and setting a new one. We disconnect before the countertop crew arrives and reconnect after, so the kitchen is usable again as soon as the top is set.
Kitchen and Bathroom Sink Service
Sink Installation & Repair in Cary, NC
A leaking drain under the vanity, a faucet that needs replacing, or a new sink going in with the countertops: this is kitchen and bathroom plumbing we do every week. Our shop is in Apex, next door to Cary. We tell you what is wrong, give you the price before we start, and test every connection before we leave.
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Sink Repair and Installation
Sink problems we fix in Cary kitchens and bathrooms
Most sink calls are one of these six. Tell us which one sounds like yours and we will tell you what the fix usually involves.
Drop-in or undermount hookups
A drop-in sits on the counter and is simple to connect. An undermount hangs from below, and the drain, faucet holes, and disposal all have to line up with the cutout. We plan the plumbing around the sink you picked.
Leaking drain or P-trap
Water under the cabinet usually comes from a loose slip nut, a cracked trap, or a worn drain assembly. We replace the failed parts and check the supply lines while the cabinet is open, so you are not back in a month.
Faucet that drips or needs replacing
A worn cartridge or seal can often be repaired. When the faucet is corroded or parts are hard to find, we replace it. You can supply your own faucet and we will tell you up front if anything will not fit.
Stop valves that will not shut off
If the valve under the sink sticks or weeps, you cannot work on the sink safely. We replace tired stop valves and supply lines so the next repair starts with water that actually shuts off.
Slow sink drain or sink plus disposal
A slow kitchen sink is usually grease close to the trap, and a disposal pushes more into the line. We clear the drain and, when a disposal is part of the job, install it and check that it drains cleanly. See [drain cleaning in Cary](/drain-cleaning-cary-nc) for deeper clogs.
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What a sink call looks like
- 1
Tell us what you have
Which sink, what it is doing, and whether you are supplying your own sink, faucet, or disposal. Photos of the cabinet and the old fixture help. We give you an arrival window and the price before work begins.
- 2
We check the whole setup
We look at the fixture, the supply lines, the stop valves, and the drain below. Worn parts that would cause a repeat problem get flagged before we start.
- 3
Repair or install, then test
We explain the options, do the work, and run the water to check every connection for leaks before we leave.
Cary Kitchens and Baths
Sink plumbing in Cary homes
Most of Cary was built between the 1980s and the 2000s, so a lot of the kitchens and bathrooms we work in are on their original faucets, stop valves, and drain assemblies. In neighborhoods like Kildaire Farms, MacGregor Downs, Scottish Hills, and Greenwood Forest, those parts are now old enough to stick, weep, or crack when someone finally touches them. That is why we usually replace the stop valves and supply lines when we install a sink or faucet: the cabinet is already open and the old ones tend to fail on the way out.
Kitchen remodels are common in the older parts of town and in the 1990s and 2000s neighborhoods such as Preston, Lochmere, and Amberly. A new countertop is the usual trigger. The sink has to come out first and go back in on the right day, and an undermount needs the drain and disposal set to the new cutout. Tell us the sink model and the countertop installer's date and we will line our visit up with theirs. Homes from roughly 1978 to 1995 can also have polybutylene supply piping, so if we see gray plastic lines under your sink we will tell you what we found and what your options are.
You can call or text (919) 679-1275, or book online. Our shop is at 3460 Apex Pkwy in Apex, which borders Cary, and we work Monday through Saturday, 7:00 to 18:00. More about the town and the areas we cover is on our Cary plumber page.
Cary neighborhoods we serve
- Preston
- Lochmere
- Kildaire Farms
- MacGregor Downs
- Amberly
- Carpenter Village
- Weston Estates
- Cary Park
- Silverton
- Wellington
- Scottish Hills
- Greenwood Forest
- Russell Hills
- Downtown Cary (Academy St area)
Commercial Service
Sinks for Cary restaurants, offices, and shops
Commercial sinks fail in the same ways and get used harder. We repair and install them for Cary businesses and schedule around your hours.
Break room and office sinks
Faucet replacement, leaking drains, and disposals for office kitchens and break rooms.
Restroom lavatories
Lavatory faucets, stop valves, and drain assemblies in business restrooms.
Kitchen and prep sinks
Repairs and hookups for prep sinks and hand sinks in restaurants and food service spaces.
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Sink installation and repair questions in Cary
How much does sink repair or installation cost in Cary?
It depends on the sink and what is wrong: a drain or faucet repair, a new fixture, an undermount cutout, a disposal, or old valves and lines that need replacing. We tell you the price before we start and nothing is done until you approve it. Call (919) 679-1275 or send photos and we will scope it.
Can you install a sink during my countertop replacement?
Yes. We disconnect the old sink before the countertop crew arrives and reconnect after the top is set. Give us the sink model and the install date and we will schedule around it. For an undermount, check the cutout size with your countertop installer first.
What is the difference between drop-in and undermount hookups?
The plumbing is largely the same, but an undermount has to be aligned with the cutout from below, which makes the order of work matter. A drop-in is set from above and is usually simpler. We connect either one and tell you if a part will not fit.
There is water under my sink. Is it the drain, the faucet, or the supply line?
Dry the cabinet, then run each part: the faucet, then the drain. The water shows where it is coming from. Common sources are a loose drain nut, a cracked trap, a worn faucet seal, or a weeping stop valve. We trace it and repair the cause rather than just tightening what leaked.
My stop valve under the sink will not turn off. Can you replace it?
Yes. Old stop valves stick, weep, or fail to close fully. We usually replace the valve and the supply line together, which is quick when the cabinet is already open.
Do you pull permits for sink work in Cary?
We pull permits where the town requires them. A faucet or drain repair usually does not need one, and we confirm what your job needs when we scope it.
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