Last updated April 2026
Remove your old kitchen sink safely — then haul it away or call Umuve.
Quick Answer
Kitchen sink removal requires turning off the water supply lines (under the sink), disconnecting the drain trap and garbage disposal if present, and lifting the sink out of the countertop. Stainless sinks can be donated to Habitat ReStore if in good condition. Cast iron sinks sell for $20-$80 at scrap metal yards. Umuve removes old sinks for $89.
Under the sink are two shut-off valves (hot and cold). Turn both clockwise until fully closed. Turn on the faucet to release any pressure and drain remaining water from the lines.
Use an adjustable wrench to unscrew the braided supply lines from both the shut-off valves and the faucet connections underneath. Have a towel ready — residual water will spill.
Turn off the disposal at the wall switch and unplug it from the outlet under the sink. Most disposals twist off a mounting ring — turn counterclockwise. Support the weight as it releases.
The curved pipe under the sink drain connects to the wall drain. Unscrew both slip nuts (hand-tighten only — use pliers if stuck) and pull the P-trap away. Water will spill — have your bucket ready.
From under the sink, unscrew the drain basket locknut with a locknut wrench or pliers. Once loosened, the basket can be pushed up and out from above.
Undermount sinks are held by mounting clips along the rim. Loosen the screws on each clip. Drop-in sinks may have clips or simply rest in a caulked cutout.
Run a utility knife around the entire perimeter of the sink rim where it meets the countertop. Cut through all the caulk to prevent tearing the countertop when lifting.
For drop-in sinks: push up from below and lift from above simultaneously. For undermount sinks: lower carefully once mounting clips are removed. Cast iron sinks can weigh 100-300 lbs — get help.
Sink disposal options: (1) Stainless or cast iron sinks with scrap value go to scrap metal yards ($5-$80 depending on weight); (2) Porcelain sinks in excellent condition to Habitat ReStore; (3) County transfer station C&D drop-off; (4) Umuve pickup from $89 for a sink plus any other renovation debris.
If you would rather not deal with the disconnection, the heavy lifting, or the disposal logistics, Umuve handles everything start to finish — same-day, starting at $89. We carry from anywhere in your home, load, haul, and recycle or donate responsibly.
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