P-trap replacement in Crediton
Looking for professional p-trap replacement help in Crediton? Hembury Contracting provides reliable plumbing services across Crediton and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
0.5-1 hrs
Location
Crediton
P-trap under your sink leaking? I'll whip out the old one and fit a new trap - simple job, usually done in 30 minutes.
### That Puddle Under Your Sink
Open the cupboard under your sink and there's a **puddle every time you use the tap**? That'll be your P-trap leaking. Left long enough, you'll get water damage to your cupboard base and maybe mould.
P-traps don't last forever. The plastic gets brittle, seals perish, connections crack. Quick replacement job, done properly.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** If you can smell drains in your bathroom or kitchen, check the P-trap. If the seal has failed, you're not just getting leaks - you're getting sewer gases coming up through the failed trap.
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### Standard vs Bottle Trap
| P-Trap (Standard) | Bottle Trap | |------------------|-------------| | ✅ More reliable flow | ✅ Neater appearance | | ✅ Less likely to clog | ✅ Fits tight spaces | | ✅ Easier to unblock | ❌ Can clog more easily | | ❌ Sticks out more | ❌ Harder to rodthrough |
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### What You Get
**🔧 The Replacement**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Remove** | Take out old leaking trap | | **Check** | Make sure waste pipe is clear | | **Fit** | Install new trap with fresh seals |
**📦 You're Left With** - New leak-free P-trap - Proper seal against drain smells - Clean waste connection - No more puddles in the cupboard
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### Pricing Guide
| Job Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |----------|----------------|------------| | Straightforward replacement | 30 mins | **£60** | | Awkward access or extra work | 45-60 mins | **£60** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Standard trap included in price.*
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### Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ **Leaking under sink** - puddle every time you use it
✅ **Drain smell** - sewer gases coming through failed trap
✅ **Old brittle plastic** - looks like it could crack any second
✅ **Recent blockage** - damaged when someone forced a plunger
Why Choose Us for P-trap replacement in Crediton?
No more leaks under the sink
Proper smell trap restored
Standard or bottle trap fitted
Quick straightforward job
What to Expect
### Step 1: Remove Old Trap Undo the connections (there's usually trapped water in there, so I'll have a bowl ready). Out comes the old trap. ### Step 2: Check the Waste While it's apart, I check the waste pipe is clear. No point fitting a shiny new trap to a clogged pipe. ### Step 3: Fit New Trap New trap in, connections tight, seals fresh. Run the tap and check for leaks - job done.
Our Crediton Service Coverage
We cover Crediton and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Crediton or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🧼 **Full of gunk?** While I've got the trap off, I usually give the waste pipe a quick check and clear. Hair, soap scum, and general grot builds up over years. Fresh start. **Bottle trap under a basin?** They look neater but they do clog up more easily than standard P-traps. If yours keeps blocking and you've got the space, I can fit a standard P-trap instead - better flow, fewer problems. **Old lead waste pipes?** Some older Exeter houses still have lead waste pipes. If yours is corroded or damaged, worth replacing that section at the same time while we've got it apart. I'll let you know if I spot any issues.
Frequently Asked Questions about P-trap replacement in Crediton
What actually is a P-trap?
It's the U-shaped pipe under your sink or basin. Holds water in the bend which stops drain smells coming back up into the room - that's why it's called a 'trap'. When it cracks or the seals fail, you get leaks under the sink. Simple to replace.
How do I know if my P-trap needs replacing?
Most obvious sign is water leaking under the sink when you use it. Or if you can smell drains in the room - the trap might have dried out or cracked. Sometimes they just get so clogged with gunk that cleaning them out is more hassle than fitting a new one.
Standard or bottle trap - which is better?
Standard P-trap is more reliable and easier to unblock, but sticks out more. Bottle trap looks neater and fits in tight spaces, but can get clogged more easily. I carry both - I'll recommend what suits your situation best when I see the setup.
Do I need to provide the new trap?
No need. I carry standard sizes (32mm and 40mm) in both P-trap and bottle trap styles. If you've got an unusual sink with weird pipe sizes I'll let you know, but 99% of the time I've got what you need in the van.
While you're replacing it, can you sort the slow drainage?
Yes - often the P-trap is full of hair, soap scum, and gunk. When I fit the new one I'll make sure the waste pipe is clear too. No point fitting a clean trap onto a blocked pipe.
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