I probably shouldn't say this, but right when I think
that I've seen everything, I get to see something else. If something
like this works, by all means knock yourself out.
Most of your plumbing leaks underneath your kitchen and bathroom sinks
are from loose fittings or improper connections. If the plumbing pipe
itself was leaking, it could easily be replaced, especially in a
situation like this.
I can't see a repair like taping your plumbing pipes lasting very long,
otherwise professional plumbers would use tape to make all sorts of
waste pipe repairs. If they're not doing it, there's a good chance that
you shouldn't be either.
Home Repair Tip: Remove the damaged plumbing parts and replace them with
new ones. Most home improvement centers sell packaged replacement parts
for kitchen sink waste lines. This could save you a lot of frustration,
especially if you're making your own repairs
Here's another home repair tip that is becoming more accessible to
homeowners and do-it-yourselfers. Take a picture of the damaged plumbing
pipes with your digital camera or digital phone and then take the camera
down to your plumbing supply store.
It wouldn't be a bad idea to take more than one picture. Take as many
pictures as you need, because you can always erase them later. More
pictures is usually better than less in a situation like this.
A picture is worth a thousand words and if you're having a problem
explaining something to your plumbing supply salesman, pictures like
these usually works wonders.
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