Basin Waste Replacement in Bexleyheath

The customer contacted us after the plug in their bathroom basin broke and came away from the waste outlet. The existing basin waste assembly could no longer be used correctly and required replacement. When we inspected the basin, we found that access to the waste and trap was restricted by the existing pedestal. The pedestal therefore needed to be removed to provide safe and suitable access to the waste fitting. During the inspection, we also noticed that the existing trap seals were becoming old and brittle.

We first removed the existing basin pedestal and disconnected the trap to gain suitable access to the waste fitting. The faulty basin waste was then removed and replaced with a new waste assembly. Once the replacement had been installed, we refitted the existing trap and filled the basin before running water through the system to check the new waste and surrounding connections for leaks. After confirming that the installation was watertight and operating correctly, the pedestal was reinstated. A neat white silicone seal was then applied around the pedestal to leave the area clean and properly finished. We also advised the customer that the existing trap and seals were showing signs of age and recommended replacement as a preventative measure.

The new basin waste was successfully installed and the basin was returned to normal use. The waste and trap connections were tested with no leaks identified. The pedestal was securely reinstated and resealed, leaving the basin functional, clean and neatly finished. The customer was also provided with our recommendation regarding the ageing trap and seals for consideration as future preventative maintenance.