Random P Trap Leak

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Random P Trap Leak

Author: greenfaerykisses (MD)

Hi everyone! Recently I replaced a corroded P trap from our bathroom sink. I purchased a whole new assembly that included pipes and seals and fittings. But since the replacement the sink randomly leaks and I'm not sure exactly from where. Pretty sure it isn't from the pipe coming from the wall because the wall doesn't show signs of water damage. As i said its random. It's different times of the day and typically it's only once we will notice a pool of water underneath.I started putting a cookie sheet under to catch the water and try and determine where the water is coming from but no luck. When we go to check the pipes are dry.Any suggestions it's metal pipes and fittings should I switch to PVC ?

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Re: Random P Trap Leak
Author: hj (AZ) Usually, it would be the rear slip nut on the trap bend, because many people install the rubber washer incorrectly.
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Re: Random P Trap Leak
Author: Paul48 (CT) Tie toilet paper around each joint.
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Re: Random P Trap Leak
Author: greenfaerykisses (MD) Great idea thank you Edited 1 times.
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