Sink Waste Slow to Drain
Water takes a long time to drain from the bathroom sink, sometimes backing up when running the tap.
What Is Causing This?
- 1Hair and soap scum blocking the waste pipe
- 2Pop-up waste mechanism stuck or blocked
- 3Partial blockage further down the waste run
How Urgent Is This?
This is a cosmetic issue. It is not causing damage and can be addressed in your own time.
What Needs to Be Done
A bathroom fitter or plumber will clean out the waste trap, remove any blockage, and check the waste pipe run for partial obstructions.
How Much Will It Cost?
National average estimate
Labour: £850 – £2,125 | Materials: £600 – £2,425
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Ask a QuestionHow to Prevent This
Use a sink strainer to catch hair. Clean the pop-up waste monthly. Pour hot water down the drain weekly to dissolve soap build-up.
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